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Algal protein: Structural functionality, advanced extraction technologies, and challenges for applications in food
Xueqian Li1, Kuiyou Wang1, Fengyu Bai2
1State Key Laboratory of Marine Food Processing and Safety Control, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, Liaoning, China; Academy of Food Interdisciplinary Science, School of Food Science and Technology, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, 116034, Liaoning, China; National Engineering Research Center of Seafood, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, Liaoning, China; Collaborative Innovation Center of Seafood Deep Processing, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, Liaoning, China; Dalian Key Laboratory for Precision Nutrition, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, Liaoning, China.
Algal protein offers a sustainable, nutritious alternative to traditional proteins, with broad applications in food, medicine, and animal feed. Research highlights its potential to enhance food systems and address global nutrition security.
Area of Science:
- Food Science
- Biotechnology
- Sustainable Agriculture
Background:
- Algal protein is a sustainable, nutrient-rich alternative to conventional proteins.
- It possesses bioactivity and nutritional value applicable across diverse industries.
- Its versatility makes it suitable for food, medicinal, agricultural, and animal feed applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the structural-functional properties of algal proteins, amino acids, and peptides.
- To analyze advanced methods for algal protein extraction and enrichment.
- To highlight the potential and challenges of algal proteins in various applications.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review focusing on structural-functional properties.
- Analysis of pre-treatment, extraction, and enrichment techniques.
- Evaluation of applications in food additives, medicinal uses, and meat alternatives.
Main Results:
- Algal proteins enhance nutritional and technological food characteristics.
- Advanced extraction methods improve efficiency and scalability.
- Significant potential exists for algal proteins in food, medicine, and animal feed.
Conclusions:
- Algal protein presents a viable, sustainable solution for food nutrition security.
- Continued advancements in technology and species selection will drive mainstream integration.
- Challenges in food applications require further research and development.
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