Biotransformation of brewers´ spent grain

Brewer´s spent grain (BSG) is a byproduct of beer manufacturing and is rich in fibers and protein. Today it is used as animal feed or discarded. The aim of FUNBREW is to establish bioprocessing technologies (fermentation and enzyme treatment) for the synthesis in situ of functional compounds in BSG, such as exopolysaccharides and antioxidants. Bioprocessing results in improved structure as well as enhanced bioavailability of BSG constituents. BSG will be used as an ingredient in pasta, bread and breakfast cereals.

This transnational project is part of the ERA-Net SUSFOOD2 with funding provided by national/ regional sources FORMAS and co-funding by the European Union´s Horizon 2020 research and innovation program.