Characterization of curdlan produced by <i>Agrobacterium</i> sp. <scp>IFO</scp> 13140 cells immobilized in a loofa sponge matrix, and application of this biopolymer in the development of functional yogurt

Abstract

A large number of cells physically adhered to the surface of loofa sponge fibers, and its use as an immobilization matrix to produce curdlan was effective. The use of the produced curdlan in yogurt allowed the development of a more stable product. © 2015 Society of Chemical Industry.