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Published April 1, 2020 | Version v1
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Bacterial enzymes for lignin depolymerisation: new biocatalysts for generation of renewable chemicals from biomass

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The conversion of polymeric lignin from plant biomass into renewable chemicals is an important unsolved problem in the biorefinery concept. This article summarises recent developments in the discovery of bacterial enzymes for lignin degradation, our current understanding of their molecular mechanism of action, and their use to convert lignin or lignocellulose into aromatic chemicals. The review also discusses recent developments in screening of metagenomic libraries for new biocatalysts, and the use of protein engineering to enhance lignin degradation activity.

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Zelcor – Zero Waste Ligno-Cellulosic Biorefineries by Integrated Lignin Valorisation 720303
European Commission