Euglena gracilis growth and cell composition under different temperature, light and trophic conditions. [PDF]
PLoS ONE, 2018 Euglena gracilis, a photosynthetic protist, produces protein, unsaturated fatty acids, wax esters, and a unique β-1,3-glucan called paramylon, along with other valuable compounds. The cell composition of E.
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The Characterization and Functional Properties of Euglena gracilis Paramylon Treated with Different Methods [PDF]
International Journal of Analytical Chemistry, 2022 Euglena gracilis paramylon (EGP) is a polymeric polysaccharide composed of linear β-1,3 glucan. The water insolubility of EGP severely limits its application.
Liwei Gao, Xinjie Zhao, Xiangzhong Zhao
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Microalgae in health care and functional foods: β-glucan applications, innovations in drug delivery and synthetic biology [PDF]
Frontiers in PharmacologyMicroalgae are emerging as a key player in healthcare, functional foods, and sustainable biotech due to their capacity to produce bioactive compounds like β-glucans, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants in an eco-friendly manner.
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Exploration of Lipid Profile and Wax Ester Content from Local Strain Euglena sp. IDN33 Cultivated in Mixotrophic Condition Combined with Molasses Supplementation [PDF]
Hayati Journal of BiosciencesThe transition from fossil fuels to sustainable renewable energy is currently growing rapidly. Euglena sp. can be the source of biofuel. Molasses, in addition to Euglena sp., can increase the levels of paramylon and wax esters produced.
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A chromosome-level genome assembly for the paramylon-producing microalga Euglena gracilis [PDF]
Scientific DataEuglena gracilis (E. gracilis), pivotal in the study of photosynthesis, endosymbiosis, and chloroplast development, is also an industrial microalga for paramylon production. Despite its importance, E.
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Paramylon, a Potent Immunomodulator from WZSL Mutant of Euglena gracilis
Molecules, 2019 β-glucans, heterogeneous glucose polymers present in many organisms, have the capability to activate the innate immune system. Efficacy of activation depends on purity of the compound, molecular structure, polymerization degree, and source.
Laura Barsanti, Paolo Gualtieri
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<i>Euglena gracilis</i> Suppresses Cold Symptoms in Healthy Individuals: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial. [PDF]
Food Sci NutrIn this double‐blind, randomized, placebo‐controlled trial, 8 weeks of Euglena gracilis supplementation significantly reduced the cumulative number and severity of cold‐like symptoms in healthy Japanese adults. These effects are likely attributed to the immunomodulatory action of paramylon, a β‐glucan contained in E. gracilis.
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Paramylon and Other Bioactive Molecules in Micro and Macroalgae. [PDF]
Int J Mol Sci, 2022 Many algae synthesize compounds that have exceptional properties of nutraceutical, pharmacological, and biomedical interest. Pigments, fatty acids, phenols, and polysaccharides are among the main compounds investigated so far. Polysaccharides are the most exploited compounds, widely used in pharmaceutical, food, and chemical industries, which are at ...
Barsanti L, Birindelli L, Gualtieri P.
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Nanocomposite Hydrogel for Real-Time Wound Status Monitoring and Comprehensive Treatment. [PDF]
Adv Sci (Weinh)A nanocomposite dual network hydrogel system is designed for real‐time monitoring of wound status and comprehensive therapy, enabling the surveillance of pH, temperature, alterations in wound exudate, and mobility, and dynamically regulating the microenvironment throughout the wound healing process, thereby fostering the recovery of infected wounds ...
Lei H, Yu X, Fan D.
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Applied Sciences, 2021 Euglena gracilis (E. gracilis) accumulates paramylon, an immune-functional beta-glucan that can be used as a functional food. Paramylon production is strongly affected by the organic carbon source and the initial pH conditions. Food processing byproducts
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