β-Glucans from Yeast—Immunomodulators from Novel Waste Resources

β-glucans are a large class of complex polysaccharides with bioactive properties, including immune modulation. Natural sources of these compounds include yeast, oats, barley, mushrooms, and algae. Yeast is abundant in various processes, including fermentation, and they are often discarded as waste p...

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Main Authors: Scintilla Thomas, Emanuele Rezoagli, Ismin Zainol Abidin, Ian Major, Patrick Murray, Emma J. Murphy
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-05-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/12/10/5208