Microbial Enzymes: Production, Modification and Functions

Dear Colleagues,

Microbial enzymes that are mostly derived from different environmental microorganisms have considerable economic potential for applications in agriculture; food, beverages and feed; detergent; textiles; leather; pulp and paper; and pharmaceutical and biomining industries because of their unique properties and adaptation to different environments. The biocatalytic uses for microbial enzymes have grown immensely in recent years since they are ecologically correct, have a high specificity and selectivity, and have a wide diversity of reactions. Moreover, the conditions to obtain and optimize the production of enzymes in terms of nutrients, pH, temperature and aeration are easily controlled in bioreactors. The discovery of novel microbial enzymes, enzyme modification through directed evolution or rational engineering, and the development of economical bioprocesses will accelerate and be possible on an increasingly large scale. Immobilization processes allow for the reuse of these enzymes and increase stability. This Special Issue aims to present recent research advances in microbial enzymes, and the main emphasis is given, but not limited, to new enzyme discovery, catalytic and adaptation mechanisms, and structural analysis. Manuscripts of original research, communications and reviews are all welcome.

Dr. Pengjun Shi
Guest Editor

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