Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Lipid Digestion01:06

Lipid Digestion

Lipids are large molecules that are generally not water-soluble. Since most of the digestive enzymes in the human body are water-based, there are specific steps the body must take to break down lipids and make them available for use.
Overview of Lipid Metabolism01:24

Overview of Lipid Metabolism

Lipid metabolism is a crucial process in the human body that involves the synthesis and degradation of lipids. This process is essential for energy production, cell membrane formation, and hormone production, among other functions.
Lipolysis: The Breakdown of Lipids:
Lipolysis is the process of breaking down lipids, particularly triglycerides, into glycerol and fatty acids. This process typically occurs in the adipose tissue and is triggered by various hormones, including glucagon and...
What are Lipids?01:38

What are Lipids?

Overview
What are Lipids?01:38

What are Lipids?

Overview
What are Lipids?01:31

What are Lipids?

Lipids function as structural components of cellular membranes, in addition to acting as energy reservoirs and signaling molecules. They are thus crucial to all living organisms.  The three biologically important classes of lipids are triglycerides, phospholipids, and steroids.
Non-Polar and Hydrophobic Characteristics of Lipids
Lipids are a structurally and functionally diverse group of hydrocarbons—compounds consisting of carbon and hydrogen atoms. The carbon-carbon and carbon-hydrogen bonds...
What are Lipids?01:31

What are Lipids?

Lipids function as structural components of cellular membranes, in addition to acting as energy reservoirs and signaling molecules. They are thus crucial to all living organisms.  The three biologically important classes of lipids are triglycerides, phospholipids, and steroids.
Non-Polar and Hydrophobic Characteristics of Lipids
Lipids are a structurally and functionally diverse group of hydrocarbons—compounds consisting of carbon and hydrogen atoms. The carbon-carbon and carbon-hydrogen bonds...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Reactor engineering for the enzymatic synthesis of 5-hydroxymethylfurfural stearate in a batch bioreactor and a packed bed flow bioreactor.

Bioresources and bioprocessing·2026
Same author

Ultrafast carrier dynamics and electronic properties of PtSe<sub>2</sub>/MoSe<sub>2</sub> and WSe<sub>2</sub> 2D TMDC layered structures on mica: combined THz spectroscopy and DFT study.

RSC advances·2026
Same author

A workflow to explore elongase diversity and extend the repertoire of fatty acids produced by Yarrowia lipolytica.

Microbial cell factories·2025
Same author

Dzyaloshinskii-Moriya Interaction in Fe<sub>5</sub>GeTe<sub>2</sub> Epitaxial Thin Films.

Nano letters·2025
Same author

Screening Method for the Selection of Oleaginous Yeast-Producing Gold Nanoparticles.

International journal of molecular sciences·2025
Same author

Monolayer Control of Spin-Charge Conversion in van der Waals Heterostructures.

Physical review letters·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 24, 2026

Defining Substrate Specificities for Lipase and Phospholipase Candidates
08:59

Defining Substrate Specificities for Lipase and Phospholipase Candidates

Published on: November 23, 2016

Lipases: an overview.

Leticia Casas-Godoy1, Sophie Duquesne, Florence Bordes

  • 1Equipe de Catalyse et Ingénierie Moléculaire Enzymatique, Laboratoire d'Ingénierie des Systèmes Biologiques et Procédés, Université de Toulouse, INSA, UPS, INP, LISBP, Toulouse, France.

Methods in Molecular Biology (Clifton, N.J.)
|March 20, 2012
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Lipases are versatile enzymes found widely in nature and bacteria. Research highlights their diverse sources, structures, and significant industrial uses.

More Related Videos

Measuring the Rate of Lipolysis in Ex Vivo Murine Adipose Tissue and Primary Preadipocytes Differentiated In Vitro
09:41

Measuring the Rate of Lipolysis in Ex Vivo Murine Adipose Tissue and Primary Preadipocytes Differentiated In Vitro

Published on: March 17, 2023

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 24, 2026

Defining Substrate Specificities for Lipase and Phospholipase Candidates
08:59

Defining Substrate Specificities for Lipase and Phospholipase Candidates

Published on: November 23, 2016

Measuring the Rate of Lipolysis in Ex Vivo Murine Adipose Tissue and Primary Preadipocytes Differentiated In Vitro
09:41

Measuring the Rate of Lipolysis in Ex Vivo Murine Adipose Tissue and Primary Preadipocytes Differentiated In Vitro

Published on: March 17, 2023

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Enzymology
  • Industrial Biotechnology

Background:

  • Lipases are enzymes found ubiquitously in nature, with initial isolation from bacteria dating back to the early 19th century.
  • Research interest in lipases has grown due to their unique enzymatic characteristics and broad applicability.
  • These enzymes play crucial roles in various biological processes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of lipases.
  • To cover the primary sources, structural attributes, and industrial applications of these enzymes.
  • To consolidate current knowledge on these extensively studied biocatalysts.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of scientific publications and research articles on lipases.
  • Analysis of data pertaining to lipase isolation, characterization, and industrial implementation.
  • Synthesis of information regarding the structural properties and functional diversity of lipases.

Main Results:

  • Lipases originate from a wide array of sources, including microbial, plant, and animal origins.
  • The structural properties of lipases exhibit significant diversity, influencing their stability and activity.
  • Numerous industrial applications have been identified, spanning sectors like food, detergent, pharmaceutical, and biofuel industries.

Conclusions:

  • Lipases are highly versatile enzymes with significant industrial relevance.
  • Understanding lipase sources and structures is key to optimizing their application.
  • Continued research promises further innovation in lipase-based technologies.