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Exploring the extraction, functional properties, and industrial applications of papain from Carica papaya

  • 0School of Health Sciences and Technology, UPES, Dehradun, India.
Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture +

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July 30, 2024

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July 30, 2024

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Summary

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Papain, a versatile enzyme from Carica papaya, offers cost-effective, eco-friendly extraction with enhanced efficiency. Its unique properties benefit various industries, driving demand for optimized production methods.

Area Of Science

  • Biochemistry
  • Enzymology
  • Plant Biotechnology

Background

  • Papain, a protease enzyme from Carica papaya, is valued for its industrial versatility and unique functional properties.
  • Its protein-hydrolyzing capabilities make it suitable for diverse applications.
  • Understanding papain's structure-function relationship is key to its beneficial use.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To review recent advancements in papain extraction techniques.
  • To highlight the advantages of non-conventional extraction methods.
  • To underscore papain's benefits, including its antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-obesity properties.

Main Methods

  • Review of literature on papain extraction and applications.
  • Analysis of non-conventional extraction techniques for efficiency and sustainability.
  • Evaluation of papain's properties and benefits in various product enhancements.

Main Results

  • Non-conventional papain extraction methods offer superior efficiency, quality, and environmental sustainability.
  • Papain extraction from Carica papaya is cost-effective, biodegradable, and stable across a wide pH and temperature range.
  • Papain treatment improves final product value through antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-obesity effects.

Conclusions

  • Optimized papain extraction is crucial for meeting market demand and unlocking its full potential.
  • Papain's broad applicability and beneficial properties make it a valuable protease enzyme.
  • Continuous research and development are needed to refine extraction processes and expand papain's industrial use.

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