Maximizing the potential of nitrilase : Unveiling their diversity, catalytic proficiency, and versatile applications

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Nitrilases represent a distinct class of enzymes that play a pivotal role in catalyzing the hydrolysis of nitrile compounds, leading to the formation of corresponding carboxylic acids. These enzymatic entities have garnered significant attention across a spectrum of industries, encompassing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. Moreover, their significance has been accentuated by mounting environmental pressures, propelling them into the forefront of biodegradation and bioremediation endeavors. Nevertheless, the natural nitrilases exhibit intrinsic limitations such as low thermal stability, narrow substrate selectivity, and inadaptability to varying environmental conditions. In the past decade, substantial efforts have been made in elucidating the structural underpinnings and catalytic mechanisms of nitrilase, providing basis for engineering of nitrilases. Significant breakthroughs have been made in the regulation of nitrilases with ideal catalytic properties and application of the enzymes for industrial productions. This review endeavors to provide a comprehensive discourse and summary of recent research advancements related to nitrilases, with a particular emphasis on the elucidation of the structural attributes, catalytic mechanisms, catalytic characteristics, and strategies for improving catalytic performance of nitrilases. Moreover, the exploration extends to the domain of process engineering and the multifarious applications of nitrilases. Furthermore, the future development trend of nitrilases is prospected, providing important guidance for research and application in the related fields.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

Erschienen:

2024

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:72

Enthalten in:

Biotechnology advances - 72(2024) vom: 02. Apr., Seite 108352

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Zhou, Shi-Peng [VerfasserIn]
Xue, Ya-Ping [VerfasserIn]
Zheng, Yu-Guo [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

Aminohydrolases
EC 3.5.4.-
EC 3.5.5.1
Enzyme engineering
Industry application
Journal Article
Nitrilase
Nitrilases
Nitriles
Process engineering
Review
Substrate selectivity
Thermal stability

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Date Completed 17.04.2024

Date Revised 17.04.2024

published: Print-Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1016/j.biotechadv.2024.108352

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM370643216