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[Obtaining beta-galactosidase using whey].

F T Pomar1, C A Meinardi, J A Bacca

  • 1Departamento de Microbiología y Enzimología, Facultad de Ingeniería Química, Universidad Nacional del Litoral, Santa Fe, Argentina.

Revista Argentina De Microbiologia
|January 1, 1983
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Summary

Researchers identified a microorganism capable of producing beta-galactosidase from dairy effluent. This cost-effective method offers a sustainable alternative to imported enzymes for industrial applications.

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Area of Science:

  • Biotechnology
  • Enzyme Production
  • Microbial Fermentation

Context:

  • Dairy industry generates significant effluent containing valuable organic compounds.
  • Need for cost-effective and sustainable enzyme production methods.
  • Existing reliance on imported beta-galactosidase presents economic and supply chain challenges.

Purpose:

  • To identify and optimize a microorganism for beta-galactosidase production.
  • To utilize dairy and cheese processing effluent as a low-cost substrate.
  • To develop an economically viable and technologically sound production process.

Summary:

  • A microorganism was selected and optimized for beta-galactosidase production using pig feed effluent from milk and cheese processing.
  • Technological variables for enzyme production, extraction, conservation, and purification were investigated and adjusted.

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  • Comparative conversion results were achieved at laboratory and industrial scales, matching imported product performance.

    • Impact:

    • Establishes a sustainable and economical method for beta-galactosidase production.
    • Reduces reliance on imported enzymes, enhancing domestic production capabilities.
    • Offers a valuable application for dairy processing by-products, promoting a circular economy.