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  • Biotechnology
  • Microbiology

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  • Carotenoids are essential isoprenoid pigments with diverse cellular roles, including antioxidant and gene regulatory functions.
  • These pigments are valuable in food, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries due to their vitamin A, antioxidant, and anticancer properties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the advancements in carotenoid production using microbial platforms.
  • To highlight the potential for commercially viable and environmentally friendly carotenoid synthesis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of scientific literature on microbial carotenoid production.
  • Analysis of different microbial systems and their efficiency in carotenoid synthesis.

Main Results:

  • Microbial platforms demonstrate significant potential for carotenoid production.
  • Progress has been made in developing cost-effective and sustainable methods.

Conclusions:

  • Microbial production represents a promising avenue for meeting the growing demand for carotenoids.
  • Further research can optimize these platforms for enhanced yield and economic feasibility.