Enzymes and enzymatic mechanisms in enzymatic degradation of lignocellulosic biomass: A mini-review

Hongliang Guo, Ying Zhao, Jo Shu Chang, Duu Jong Lee

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Abstract

Enzymatic hydrolysis is the key step limiting the efficiency of the biorefinery of lignocellulosic biomass. Enzymes involved in enzymatic hydrolysis and their interactions with biomass should be comprehended to form the basis for looking for strategies to improve process efficiency. This article updates the contemporary research on the properties of key enzymes in the lignocellulose biorefinery and their interactions with biomass, adsorption, and hydrolysis. The advanced analytical techniques to track the interactions for exploiting mechanisms are discussed. The challenges and prospects for future research are outlined.

Original languageEnglish
Article number128252
JournalBioresource technology
Volume367
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023 Jan

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Bioengineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
  • Waste Management and Disposal

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