Journal: Molecules

Article Title: Extraction and Modification of Macroalgal Polysaccharides for Current and Next-Generation Applications

doi: 10.3390/molecules25040930

Figure Lengend Snippet: Overview of extraction methods.

Article Snippet: On the basis of such properties, derivatives of insoluble β-1,3-(1,6)-glucans from yeast are currently being developed as ‘imprime PGG’ by the company Biothera as intravenous agents against cancer, affecting the innate immune system.

Techniques: Extraction, Solubility, Solvent, Disruption, Migration, Algae, Viscosity

Journal: British Journal of Pharmacology

Article Title: Trends in use, pharmacology, and clinical applications of emerging herbal nutraceuticals

doi: 10.1111/bph.14943

Figure Lengend Snippet: Refined, newer products, with significant global sales, not included above, 2016–2018

Article Snippet: Some products, such as β‐glucans, are used in a variety of ways, of which pharmaceuticals are only a part (Grandview research, 2019 ) and it is difficult to assess their market value. table ft1 table-wrap mode="anchored" t5 Table 3 caption a7 Common and Latin binomial names Total sales ($) for year Common and new uses Astaxanthin, from Haematococcus pluvialis and other marine sources 512,800,000 (2016) Eye health: macular degeneration Monk fruit, Luo Han Guo, Siraitia grosvenorii 379,400,000 (2018) Sweetener, sugar substitute, diabetic foods β‐glucans extracted from mushrooms 410,600,000 (2016).

Techniques: Modification