An optimized strategy for lutein production via microwave-assisted microalgae wet biomass extraction process

• Main Authors: Low, Keat Long, Idris, Ani, Mohd. Yusof, Noordin
• Format: Article
• Published: Elsevier Ltd 2022
• Subjects: Q Science (General); TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery; TP Chemical technology
• Online Access: http://eprints.utm.my/103868/; http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.procbio.2022.06.014
• Institution: Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Lutein is a bioactive substance with functional properties, applicable in food supplementation and food fortification. Wet microalgae biomass processing is a propitious practice, yet receives limited exploration for lutein production. Here, novel microwave-assisted extraction methods utilizing wet b...