Bøger af Darius Pearson

Certain enzymes that are secreted by microbes such as fungi and bacteria present in the marine environment are called marine enzymes. These microbes secrete different enzymes based on their ecological functions and habitat. Marine microorganisms and their enzymes can function in environments with high pressure and light, high salt concentrations, and in a wide variety of temperatures. Marine enzymes are a significant source of biocatalysis. Fermentation process can be used to produce and extract marine enzymes from animals, microorganisms, and plants. Enzymes generated by marine microorganisms are used in a variety of sectors, including textiles, chemical, pharmaceuticals, biomedicine, agriculture, and food processing. Marine enzymes exhibit a wide range of pharmacological uses, and can be used as pesticides, mycotoxins, pigments, antiparasitics, antibiotics, herbicides, antitumor agents, toxins, and growth promoters for both plants and animals. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts and emerging trends with respect to the sources, biocatalytic characteristics, and bioprocesses of marine enzymes. It will help the readers in keeping pace with the rapid changes in this area of study.

Microorganisms living in the marine environment produce marine enzymes. These microorganisms live in environments characterized by extreme salinity, extreme pressure, or extreme temperature. Marine enzymes have concomitant properties, such as halostability or thermostability that have practical applications. Microbes isolated from harsh marine habitats produce enzymes such as gelatinase, caseinase, DNases, amylase, and lipase. These enzymes are thermostable and resistant to harsh conditions and a wide range of pH, making them appropriate for industrial applications. They can also be utilized in the food industry due to their mild operational conditions, amenableness in harsh conditions and specificity. This book is a valuable compilation of topics, ranging from the basic to the most complex advancements in the field of marine enzyme biotechnology. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for graduate and postgraduate students.