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Elimination of Estrogenic Activity of Thermal Paper Using Laccase from Trichoderma sp NFCCI-2745

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In thermal printing, bisphenol A (BPA) functions chemically as a developer and reacts with white or colorless dyes in the presence of heat, converting them to a dark color. BPA can transfer readily to skin in small amounts from these papers. Its damage to environment and organisms has caused an extensive concern. In the present study, thermal paper used at the local automated teller machine counters of India were analyzed for the presence of BPA, and the capability of the paper to produce estrogenicity were assessed using a yeast two-hybrid assay experimental system. The study also focused on eliminating the endocrine-disrupting properties with partially purified laccase from newly isolated ascomycete fungi. The results indicate that these papers can produce estrogen hormone-like effect on experimental systems. It should be noted that on a daily basis, tons of such receipts are being dumped in the environment. Estrogenic properties of thermal paper were effectively removed from the reaction mixture within 3 h of incubation with the partially purified enzyme. We propose the utilization of waste thermal paper as a cheap substrate for laccase production for a safer and cleaner environment.

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HPLC facilities in the Department of Biotechnology and Microbiology, Kannur University is acknowledged.

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    L. M. Divya, G. K. Prasanth & C. Sadasivan

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Divya, L.M., Prasanth, G.K. & Sadasivan, C. Elimination of Estrogenic Activity of Thermal Paper Using Laccase from Trichoderma sp NFCCI-2745. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 169, 1126–1133 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12010-012-0016-y

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