Encapsulation of probiotics using gelatin and triumfetta cordifolia gum
Innovative encapsulation technique using gelatin and Triumfetta cordifolia gum to enhance probiotic viability and protect against acidic conditions. Ideal for food and beverage applications.
Overview
This innovative encapsulation technology leverages a combination of gelatin and Triumfetta cordifolia gum to significantly enhance the viability of probiotics in acidic conditions. The use of complex coacervation and a double emulsification technique (Water/Oil/Water) ensures that probiotics remain viable when incorporated into various food and beverage systems. This solution is particularly beneficial for maintaining probiotic efficacy in products such as acidic beverages, where traditional probiotic strains may struggle to survive.
Technical specifications
- Key components: Gelatin and Triumfetta cordifolia gum form the primary encapsulating agents.
- Stabilization mechanism: At pH 4.5, electrostatic interactions between gelatin and Triumfetta gum are optimized, ensuring robust encapsulation.
- Double emulsification: The Water/Oil/Water double emulsion technique enhances probiotic protection by preventing lipid oxidation and maintaining viability in harsh gastrointestinal conditions.
- Probiotic viability: Encapsulation achieves over 90% probiotic viability under optimized conditions with a 50:50 biopolymer concentration and a pH of 4.5.
Technology readiness level
This technology is currently at TRL 4, indicating that it has been validated in laboratory conditions. Further development and testing are ongoing to refine the encapsulation process and confirm its efficacy in commercial applications.
About University of Ngaoundéré
The University of Ngaoundéré is a public, comprehensive university in Cameroon’s Adamawa region, enrolling about 30,000 students across 10 establishments on the Dang campus and affiliated sites. Industry collaboration is embedded through professional schools such as the University Institute of Technology and the National School of Agro‑Industrial Sciences, which maintain close ties with employers and emphasize practice‑oriented training. Dedicated research and innovation functions, doctoral colleges, and applied laboratories create avenues for sponsored R&D and workforce development. Research is supported by national funding and competitive grants from international partners. A central cooperation function helps structure partnerships and accelerate knowledge transfer.
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