Effect of Alkaline Agent and pH on the Composition of Freeze-Dried Proteins Extracted from Castor Bean (Ricinus communis L.) Cake

Castor-bean cake, a by-product of biodiesel industry, has been used as fertilizer and as parasitic control in soil. However, its protein could be extracted and used to produce biodegradable materials, enhancing the value of this raw material. The most common process for protein extraction uses alkal...

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Main Authors: G.L.A. Makishi, R.S. Lacerda, H.N.M. Chambi, P.A. Costa, A.M.Q.B. Bittante, C.A. Gomide, P.J.A. Sobral
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AIDIC Servizi S.r.l. 2014-06-01
Series:Chemical Engineering Transactions
Online Access:https://www.cetjournal.it/index.php/cet/article/view/5811