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  • Biochemistry
  • Enzymology
  • Microbiology

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  • Cellulose degradation relies on synergistic action of endoglucanases (EGs), cellobiohydrolases (CBHs), and β-glucosidases.
  • Ruminococcus albus 8 harbors key enzymes for biomass breakdown.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize glycosyl hydrolases RalCel5G (GH5) and RalCel48A (GH48) from Ruminococcus albus 8.
  • To investigate their synergistic effects and potential in lignocellulose degradation.

Main Methods:

  • Enzyme purification and kinetic characterization.
  • Analysis of reaction products and substrate binding affinity.
  • Assessment of lignocellulose degradation with enzyme cocktails.

Main Results:

  • RalCel5G was identified as a processive EG with two CBM37 domains, exhibiting higher substrate binding affinity.
  • RalCel48A was confirmed as a CBH.
  • Synergistic activity was observed between RalCel5G and RalCel48A at a low EG to CBH ratio.
  • Hemicellulase RalXyn10A addition further improved lignocellulose degradation.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding the interaction between processive EGs and CBHs is crucial for optimizing enzyme cocktails.
  • These findings support the rational design of enzyme systems for efficient biomass processing.