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Immobilization of Multi-biocatalysts in Alginate Beads for Cofactor Regeneration and Improved Reusability
Published on: April 22, 2016
Industrializing Biocatalysis
Katrin Hecht1, Rebecca Buller2
1Institute of Chemistry and Biotechnology, Zurich University of Applied Sciences, CH-8820 Wädenswil, Switzerland. katrin.hecht@zhaw.ch.
Abstract:
Biocatalysis leverages enzymes, nature's catalysts, to enhance essential steps in chemical synthesis, thereby promoting more sustainable and efficient processes. Enzymes, macromolecular proteins, catalyze reactions with precision and efficiency in all living organisms. These biocatalysts have been honed over millenia for their specific roles within a biological system; however, they can be effectively reengineered to address novel challenges through recent advancements in molecular biology and bioinformatics. In this review, we present selected enzyme sourcing and engineering examples from our laboratory demonstrating the transition of enzymatic processes from academic research to application in Swiss industries.
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