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Multienzyme systems obtained by gene fusion.

L Bülow1, K Mosbach

  • 1Department of Pure and Applied Biochemistry, Chemical Centre, Lund, Sweden.

Trends in Biotechnology
|July 1, 1991
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Gene fusion creates artificial enzymes with easier purification and better kinetics for enzyme technology. These engineered enzymes offer potential in biochemical analysis, process technology, and metabolic engineering.

Area of Science:

  • Biotechnology
  • Enzyme Engineering

Background:

  • Naturally occurring enzymes can be challenging to purify.
  • Enzyme functionality is crucial for various technological applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the potential of artificial bi- and polyfunctional enzymes created through gene fusion.
  • To evaluate the advantages of engineered enzymes over natural counterparts.

Main Methods:

  • Gene fusion techniques were employed to construct artificial enzymes.
  • Enzyme kinetics and purification efficiency were assessed.

Main Results:

  • Engineered enzymes demonstrated facilitated purification compared to natural enzymes.
  • Favorable enzyme kinetics were observed in the artificial bi- and polyfunctional enzymes.

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  • Gene fusion provides a viable method for enzyme preparation.

    • Conclusions:

    • Artificial enzymes produced by gene fusion hold significant promise for enzyme technology.
    • These enzymes offer practical advantages in purification and performance.
    • Potential applications span biochemical analysis, enzyme process technology, and metabolic engineering.