Publications by authors named "Jia-Run Zhao"
Advances in biotin biosynthesis and biotechnological production in microorganisms.
World J Microbiol Biotechnol
April 2024
Article Synopsis
- Biotin, or vitamin H/B, is essential for metabolizing fatty acids, amino acids, and carbohydrates and is important for various applications in food and medicine.
- Humans and animals cannot produce biotin on their own and must obtain it from diet and gut bacteria, while microorganisms and plants can synthesize it.
- The review covers methods of biotin production, including chemical synthesis and sustainable microbial alternatives, and discusses ways to enhance production through mutation, genetic engineering, and optimization for future industrial use.