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Protein refolding by reversed micelles utilizing solid-liquid extraction technique.

Y Hashimoto1, T Ono, M Goto

  • 1Department of Chemical Science and Technology, Kyushu University, Fukuoka 812-81, Japan.

Biotechnology and Bioengineering
|April 1, 1999
PubMed
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This study introduces a solid-liquid extraction method using reversed micellar solutions for efficient protein refolding directly from solid sources. This technique improves protein refolding efficiency, especially for concentrated, aggregated proteins, offering scale-up advantages.

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemical Engineering

Background:

  • Protein misfolding and aggregation are significant challenges in biotechnology.
  • Current protein refolding methods often involve liquid-liquid extraction, which can be inefficient for solid protein sources.
  • Developing direct refolding methods from solid aggregates is crucial for industrial applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy of a reversed micellar solution for direct protein refolding from a solid source.
  • To compare the efficiency of solid-liquid extraction with traditional liquid-liquid extraction for protein solubilization and refolding.
  • To evaluate the potential of this method for refolding aggregated proteins at high concentrations.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a solid-liquid extraction system with reversed micelles formulated using sodium di-2-ethylhexyl sulfosuccinate (AOT).

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  • Investigated the solubilization of denatured Ribonuclease A (RNase A) from a solid reprecipitated source.
  • Assessed protein refolding by adding a redox reagent (glutathione) and monitoring enzymatic activity over time.

    • Main Results:

    • Solid-liquid extraction demonstrated more efficient solubilization of denatured proteins in reversed micelles compared to liquid-liquid extraction.
    • Denatured RNase A entrapped in reversed micelles successfully refolded, with enzymatic activity gradually recovered.
    • Complete refolding of denatured RNase A was achieved within 30 hours.
    • Protein refolding efficiency was enhanced at higher protein concentrations using reversed micelles, preventing aggregation seen in aqueous media.

    Conclusions:

    • Reversed micellar solutions combined with solid-liquid extraction offer an effective alternative for direct protein refolding from solid sources.
    • This method shows improved efficiency and scale-up potential for refolding insoluble protein aggregates, particularly at high concentrations.
    • The technique facilitates direct protein refolding, bypassing traditional extraction steps and addressing aggregation issues.