Fermentative production, comparative characterization with carrots, and functional analysis of β-carotene produced from Rhodotorulla toruloids
Beta-carotene, a widely demanded red-orange pigment, has multiple applications in the food, cosmetic, and textile industries. Synthetic pigments are associated with harmful side effects, which necessitates the exploration of natural alternatives. Rhodotorula toruloides, a yeast strain, offers a prom...
Saved in:
| Main Author: | |
|---|---|
| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
Indicon S.r.l. Società Benefit (SB)
2024-12-01
|
| Series: | Nutrimentum et Curae |
| Online Access: | https://www.nutrimentumetcurae.com/articles/original-article/fermentative-production-comparative-characterization-with-carrots-and-functional-analysis-of-%ce%b2-carotene-produced-from-rhodotorulla-toruloids/ |
| Tags: |
Add Tag
No Tags, Be the first to tag this record!
|
| Summary: | Beta-carotene, a widely demanded red-orange pigment, has multiple applications in the food, cosmetic, and textile industries. Synthetic pigments are associated with harmful side effects, which necessitates the exploration of natural alternatives. Rhodotorula toruloides, a yeast strain, offers a promising natural source of β-carotene, potentially overcoming the limitations posed by traditional plant-based sources like carrots. |
|---|---|
| ISSN: | 2974-6663 |