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Thermostable marine microbial proteases for industrial applications: scopes and risks
Noora Barzkar1, Ahmad Homaei2,3, Roohullah Hemmati4
1Department of Marine Biology, Faculty of Marine Science and Technology, University of Hormozgan, Bandar Abbas, Iran.
Extremophiles : Life Under Extreme Conditions
|February 15, 2018
Summary
Marine thermophilic proteases offer industrial advantages due to their heat stability and resistance to chemicals. However, their immunogenic nature necessitates thorough safety assessments before widespread biotechnological application.
Area of Science:
- Biotechnology
- Marine Microbiology
- Enzymology
Background:
- Thermostable proteases are crucial for industrial applications due to their stability under harsh conditions.
- Marine microorganisms are a significant source of industrial proteases, thriving in extreme environments.
- These enzymes offer unique advantages like high substrate concentration and reduced contamination risk at elevated temperatures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review marine-origin thermophilic proteases.
- To discuss their thermal resistance and industrial applications.
- To highlight potential risks associated with their use.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on marine thermophilic proteases.
- Analysis of enzyme properties, including thermal and solvent resistance.
- Examination of industrial applications and safety considerations.
Main Results:
- Marine microbes yield a majority of industrial proteases, known for exceptional stability.
- These enzymes exhibit resistance to organic solvents and function optimally at high temperatures.
- Marine organisms' adaptability enables enzyme production in extreme environments.
Conclusions:
- Marine thermophilic proteases are valuable industrial biocatalysts.
- Their thermal stability and resistance profile are key advantages.
- Safety assessments are critical due to the immunogenic potential of proteases.
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