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Galactooligosaccharides (GOS) are key prebiotics with health benefits. This review explores innovative methods like enzyme engineering and fermentation to improve GOS biosynthesis yield for better biofood applications.

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Area of Science:

  • Biofood Science
  • Biotechnology
  • Enzyme Engineering

Background:

  • Galactooligosaccharides (GOS) are recognized prebiotics with significant health benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Industrial GOS biosynthesis relies on β-galactosidase (Bgal), but current yields require optimization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the functions and biosynthesis of GOS.
  • To explore recent advancements in enhancing GOS synthetic yield.
  • To discuss innovative, green approaches for GOS production.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on molecular biology and bioinformatics.
  • Analysis of enzyme engineering, immobilization, and fermentation techniques.
  • Exploration of surface display technologies for GOS synthesis.

Main Results:

  • GOS possess prebiotic, sugar substitution, and inflammation alleviation functions.
  • Various biotechnological approaches show promise for increasing GOS yield.
  • Green and innovative strategies are crucial for efficient GOS biosynthesis.

Conclusions:

  • Further research into enzyme engineering, immobilization, and fermentation is needed to maximize GOS production.
  • Optimized GOS biosynthesis supports its application in biofoods.
  • Innovative approaches offer sustainable pathways for GOS synthesis.