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2 articles for “fungal bioconversion”
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Beyond the Alternative Proteins: How Does Fungal-Insect Bioconversion Reshape Nutrient Quality and Functional Value of Animal Feeds?
Abstract: The growing demand for sustainable animal production has intensified interest in fungi and insects as alternative sources of feed protein; however, their nutritional significance extends well beyond simple replacement of conventional protein ingredients. Fungal-insect bioconversion represents an emerging biological platform in which microorganisms and insects can transform low-value biomass into nutritionally and functionally distinct feed resources. This review examines how sequential or integrated fungal and insect bioconversion can reshape the …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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How do Fungal Metabolites Influence Epithelial Integrity, Gut Barrier Function, and Nutrient Transport in Livestock? A Protection-Permeability Paradox
Abstract: The intestinal epithelium represents a dynamic interface between dietary substrates, resident microorganisms, and host tissues, linking barrier integrity with nutrient acquisition and metabolic homeostasis. Fungal metabolites are increasingly recognized as biologically active signals rather than passive components of fermented feeds, yet their effects on the epithelial-nutrient interface remain fragmented across animal nutrition, microbiology, and gut physiology. This review examines how fungal-derived β-glucans, mannans, organic acids, peptides, phenolic derivatives, and other …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article