BACKGROUND
Since the beginning of the 21st century, fungi have been known for their extraordinary medicinal qualities. Tremella spp. is a yeast-like fungus that has been conventional utilized for pharmaceuticals and is still being explored for additional medicinal properties. Of particular interest are its extracellular polysaccharides (exopolysaccharides) which have been associated with the enhancement of the immune system in humans. Though improvements have been made in the growing process of Tremella, researchers are actively working to optimize processes for growing, producing, and isolating it.
SUMMARY OF TECHNOLOGY
OSU researchers have developed the technology to optimally manufacture and isolate bioactive compounds produced by Tremella spp.. This invention details the conditions necessary to efficiently grow Tremella asexually in submerged cultures, in order to optimize the production and isolation of bioactive compounds from liquid media.
POTENTIAL AREAS OF APPLICATION
MAIN ADVANTAGES
Optimal production and isolation of bioactive compounds
STATE OF DEVELOPMENT
Conceptual stage