Beta-glucosidase from Penicillium

Gustavo Molina, Evandro A. De Lima, Gustavo P. Borin, Mayara C. S. De Barcelos, Gláucia M. Pastore

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    Abstract

    Different species from the genus Penicillium secrete a wide range of carbohydrate-active enzymes (CAZymes) including ß-glucosidase that have several industrial applications. This glycosyl hydrolase hydrolyzes ß-linked O-glycosyl bond of various oligomeric saccharides or glycosides from cellulose. Hence, it is a promising biocatalyst for the synthesis of stereo/regio-specific glycosides or oligosaccharides, molecules potentially useful as functional materials, nutraceuticals, or pharmaceuticals. In addition, this enzyme can be used in combination with other enzymes in the degradation of lignocellulosic materials to obtain second-generation ethanol. This review highlights the production, purification, characterization, applications, and immobilization of β-glucosidases from different Penicillium species.

    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationNew and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering
    Subtitle of host publicationPenicillium System Properties and Applications
    EditorsVijai Kumar Gupta, Susana Rodriguez-Couto
    PublisherElsevier
    Chapter7
    Pages137-151
    Number of pages15
    ISBN (Electronic)9780444635013
    ISBN (Print)9780444635129
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 15 Sept 2017

    Keywords

    • application of β-glucosidases
    • beta-glucosidase from penicillium
    • fungal enzymes
    • glycosyl hydrolase
    • industrial enzymes
    • production of β-glucosidases
    • purification of β-glucosidases

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