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Yeast from Saccharomyces cerevisiae

Type I

Synonym(s):

(Bakers yeast)

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UNSPSC Code:
12352202
NACRES:
NA.81
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biological source

Saccharomyces cerevisiae

Quality Level

type

Type I

form

powder or solid

application(s)

food and beverages
microbiology

storage temp.

2-8°C

General description

Yeast from Saccharomyces cerevisiae (Baker′s yeast) is the oldest microbial starter.[1] It is a facultative anaerobe.[2]

Application

Yeast from Saccharomyces cerevisiae has been used:
  • as a biocatalyst for the anode of yeast microbial fuel cell[3][4]
  • for the production of ethanol for fuel use[5]
  • to prepare yeast extract[6]

Biochem/physiol Actions

Yeast from Saccharomyces cerevisiae (Baker′s yeast) is used as a protein supplement, energy booster and immune enhancer.[7] It serves as a dough leavening agent in bread production by converting the fermentable sugars to CO2 and ethanol.[8] Baker′s yeast exhibits aroma, anti-molding and nutritive properties.[1] It acts as a cell factory.[9]

Caution

Autolyzes in aqueous buffer at 37 °C.

Preparation Note

Dried to avoid inactivation of enzymes.

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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A microbial biofuel cell with an air-breathing cathode for in vivo glucose sensing applications
Lee JW
Analytical Methods : Advancing Methods and Applications, 7(8), 3324-3326 (2015)
Enhanced ethanol production via electrostatically accelerated fermentation of glucose using Saccharomyces cerevisiae
Mathew AS, et al.
Scientific Reports, 5, 15713-15713 (2015)
Rebeccah J Katzenberger et al.
G3 (Bethesda, Md.), 6(12), 4151-4166 (2016-10-19)
Outcomes of traumatic brain injury (TBI) vary because of differences in primary and secondary injuries. Primary injuries occur at the time of a traumatic event, whereas secondary injuries occur later as a result of cellular and molecular events activated in
Mark van Zee et al.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America, 119(4) (2022-01-21)
Production of high-energy lipids by microalgae may provide a sustainable energy source that can help tackle climate change. However, microalgae engineered to produce more lipids usually grow slowly, leading to reduced overall yields. Unfortunately, culture vessels used to select cells
Bread dough and baker's yeast: An uplifting synergy
StruyfN, et al.
Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, 16(5), 850-867 (2017)

Protocols

This procedure may be used for the determination of Lyticase activity using Baker’s yeast as the substrate.

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  1. Hi We would like to expand this yeast in our lab for an experiment. Would you please recommend best growth media for expanding this Yeast.

    1 answer
    1. This product is specifically prepared to undergo autolysis in aqueous buffer solution at 37°C, optimized for retaining enzyme activity post-drying, though not for cell viability or growth. It serves as an excellent starting point for enzyme extraction processes. For proliferation, Product YSC2 is a viable baker’s yeast, ready to grow once rehydrated, with only about 10% subject to autolysis at the same temperature. It is the preferred option for those looking to cultivate yeast effectively.

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  2. What are the differences between YSC1 and YSC2?

    1 answer
    1. YSC1 is dried to prevent enzyme inactivation during enzyme extractions from yeast. On the other hand, YSC2 is fast dried and yields 90% viable cells in solid form. The primary difference lies in the method of preparation, particularly in the drying process.

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