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Immobilization of Enzymes by Covalent Attachment

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Microbial Enzymes and Biotransformations

Part of the book series: Methods in Biotechnology ((MIBT,volume 17))

Abstract

Enzymes are finding increasing use for the production of agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals. They are almost always used in the immobilized form in order to simplify their removal from the product stream. In addition, immobilization often enhances the stability of the enzyme. Immobilization can be performed in a number of ways. This chapter discusses various methods, properties, and uses of covalently immobilized enzymes.

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    Scott J. Novick & J. David Rozzell

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Novick, S.J., Rozzell, J.D. (2005). Immobilization of Enzymes by Covalent Attachment. In: Barredo, J.L. (eds) Microbial Enzymes and Biotransformations. Methods in Biotechnology, vol 17. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1385/1-59259-846-3:247

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