January 6, 2003— For the first time, high concentrations of an active enzyme have been successfully immobilized in a mesoporous, functionalized silica structure. Researchers at the U.S. Department of ...

The activity of enzymes in industrial processes, laboratories, and living beings can be remotely controlled using light. This requires their immobilization on the surface of nanoparticles and ...

Enzymes are proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions. In addition to performing biochemical reactions in living organisms, enzymes also function in vitro, which allows for the use of enzymes in ...

Some enzymes, such as the one derived from fungi and investigated in this study, are able to produce valuable substances such as the fragrance (R)-1-phenylethanol. To this end, they convert a less ...

Biocatalysis is a process that utilizes natural substances, especially, enzymes, to enhance the speed of a chemical reaction. Scientists have stated that enzymes are responsible for the catalysis of ...

Purolite and Codexis have entered into a joint collaboration to develop and market immobilized enzymes for the pharmaceutical industry. Pennsylvania-based firm Purolite manufactures ion exchange, ...

Enzymatic recycling has gained traction in recent years as a greener alternative to traditional plastic recycling techniques, which often rely on energy-intensive mechanical or chemical processes.

With years of experience in the pharmaceutical and life science sectors, CD Bioparticles has announced the launch of its custom Enzyme-Conjugated Particles synthesis services. These particles are ...

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With rising population aging coupled with advancement in healthcare, the global antibiotic market is projected to exceed US$50 billion by 2030. However, the conventional chemical synthesis of ...