Seaweed-derived β-glucan as potential immune modulating agents

Rehman, Saima and Gora, Adnan Hussain and Chandrasekar, S (2024) Seaweed-derived β-glucan as potential immune modulating agents. In: Course Manual: ICAR Winter School on Harnessing Recent Advances in High-Value Compound Development and Seaweed Biomass Utilization for Human Well-being: Propelling Atmanirbhar Swastha Bharat and Empowering Farmers 15th February to 06th March 2024. CMFRI Training Manual Series (38). ICAR- Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Kochi, pp. 348-362.

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Abstract

A significant portion of seaweed or marine macroalgae consists of polysaccharides, displaying diverse properties and health benefits. Laminarin, also known as β-glucan, is a storage polysaccharide derived from brown algae. It has been recognized for its potential pharmacological effects, encompassing antioxidant, anti- anticancer, immunomodulatory and vaccine adjuvant properties. Laminarin, being biodegradable, biocompatible and minimally toxic, has been extensively explored as a functional material in various biomedical applications. This chapter summarizes laminarin's molecular characteristics andelucidates the mechanisms of action of the reported health benefits. As we decipher its molecular intricacies and immunomodulatory effects, further research promises to reveal new insights, enhancing our understanding of laminarin's potential in diverse fields.

Item Type:	Book Section
Uncontrolled Keywords:	β-glucan; Laminarin; Brown algae; Immunomodulators; Storage polysaccharide
Subjects:	Algae > Seaweed Algae > Bioadsorption
Divisions:	CMFRI-Kochi > Marine Biotechnology, Fish Nutrition and Health Division Subject Area > CMFRI > CMFRI-Kochi > Marine Biotechnology, Fish Nutrition and Health Division CMFRI-Kochi > Marine Biotechnology, Fish Nutrition and Health Division Subject Area > CMFRI-Kochi > Marine Biotechnology, Fish Nutrition and Health Division
Depositing User:	Arun Surendran
Date Deposited:	22 Mar 2024 04:03
Last Modified:	22 Mar 2024 04:03
URI:	http://eprints.cmfri.org.in/id/eprint/18195

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