AGROALNEXT EX2510LACTOSAH Project: Definition of the production process of hyaluronic acid (HA) at laboratory scale by fermentation from valorized whey as a substrate
- Type Project
- Scope Autonómico
- Autonomous community Navarra, Comunidad Foral de
- Main source of financing NextGenerationEU
- Project website Web del Proyecto
Description
To develop a sustainable and efficient biotechnological process to produce hyaluronic acid using whey as a fermentation substrate, transforming a polluting waste product of the cheese industry into a valuable resource for the cosmetic and pharmaceutical sectors, promoting the circular economy.
Contextual description
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a high-value ingredient in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries, but its traditional production can be costly and unsustainable. This project aims to demonstrate the feasibility of a more efficient and environmentally friendly fermentation process, using whey as a substrate, an abundant byproduct of the dairy industry.
Results
A new process for obtaining hyaluronic acid through fermentation, using whey as a substrate. Identification of several CNTA strains with limited hyaluronic acid production, candidates for future genetic improvement to increase their productive capacity. Optimization of the fermentation process: Nearly doubling of hyaluronic acid production.
Contact information
- Coordinator/entity name: Dante Fratebianchi
- Mailing address: Not available
- Email coordinator/entity: dfratebianchi@cnta.es
- Phone: Not available
Coordinators
- CNTA
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