Overview of β-Glucans from Laminaria spp.: Immunomodulation Properties and Applications on Biologic Models

Glucans are a group of glucose polymers that are found in bacteria, algae, fungi, and plants. While their properties are well known, their biochemical and solubility characteristics vary considerably, and glucans obtained from different sources can have different applications. Research has described...

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Main Authors: Patrícia de Souza Bonfim-Mendonça, Isis Regina Grenier Capoci, Flávia Kelly Tobaldini-Valerio, Melyssa Negri, Terezinha Inez Estivalet Svidzinski
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-09-01
Series:International Journal of Molecular Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/18/9/1629