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S B Mahato1, I Majumdar

  • 1Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Jadavpur, Calcutta.

Phytochemistry
|November 1, 1993
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This review covers microbial steroid transformations, focusing on cell immobilization and selective techniques for improved metabolite yields. It discusses the role and future of microbial biotechnology in the steroid drug industry.

Area of Science:

  • Biotechnology
  • Microbiology
  • Organic Chemistry

Background:

  • Steroid transformations are crucial in pharmaceutical development.
  • Microbial biotechnology offers efficient routes for steroid modification.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review microbial transformations of steroids.
  • To highlight advancements in microbial cell immobilization and selective transformation techniques.
  • To discuss the current and future impact of microbial biotechnology on the steroid drug industry.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies from late 1987 to mid-1992.
  • Compilation of steroid substrates, their metabolites, and microorganisms used.
  • Analysis of developmental studies on microbial cell immobilization and transformation techniques.

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Main Results:

  • Key microbial transformations of various steroids are detailed.
  • Techniques for enhancing selective transformation and metabolite yields are presented.
  • A comprehensive list of steroid substrates, metabolites, and microorganisms is provided.

Conclusions:

  • Microbial biotechnology is integral to the steroid drug industry.
  • Advancements in immobilization and selective transformation promise greater efficiency and novel steroid derivatives.
  • The review provides a valuable resource for researchers in steroid biotransformation.