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Laccase: a green catalyst for the biosynthesis of poly-phenols
Jing Su1, Jiajia Fu1, Qiang Wang1
1a Key laboratory of Science and Technology of Eco-Textile, Ministry of Education , Jiangnan University , Wuxi , Jiangsu , China.
Abstract:
Laccases (benzene diol: oxidoreductases, EC 1.10.3.2) are able to catalyze the oxidation of various compounds containing phenolic and aniline structures using dissolved oxygen in water. Laccase structural features and catalytic mechanisms focused on the polymerization of aromatic compounds are reported. A description about the most recent research on the biosynthesis of chemicals and polymers is made. Selected applications of this technology are considered as well as the advantages, shortcomings and future needs related with the use of laccases.
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