Advances in Research of Gellan Gum with Microorganisms' Generating

Based on the excellent property in safety, nontoxicity and physicochemical unique, gellan gum has been widely used in industrial production with strong potential in market competition.This paper gives a review about the structure、physical and chemical characteristics, biosynthesis pathway of the gellan gum, its fermentation and application in food industry.In addition, a brief introduction in regarding to the development of gellan gum industry in china was also mentioned.