Lipases in racemic resolutions

Lipases are enzymes that hydrolyse lipids into triglycerides and fatty acids. Due to the unique environment around their active site, they are capable of a wide range of racemic resolutions. This review article deals with the role of lipases in racemic resolutions with specific references to the ste...

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Published in:Journal of Chemical Technology & Biotechnology 2001-01, Vol.76 (1), p.3-8
Main Authors: Muralidhar, R V, Marchant, R, Nigam, P
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Bioconversions. Hemisynthesis
Biological and medical sciences
Biotechnology
Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology
lipase
Methods. Procedures. Technologies
racemic resolution
solvents
stereoselectivity
stereospecificity
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Summary:Lipases are enzymes that hydrolyse lipids into triglycerides and fatty acids. Due to the unique environment around their active site, they are capable of a wide range of racemic resolutions. This review article deals with the role of lipases in racemic resolutions with specific references to the stereospecificity, role of solvents and enzyme structure. © 2001 Society of Chemical Industry
ISSN:0268-2575
1097-4660
DOI:10.1002/1097-4660(200101)76:1<3::AID-JCTB336>3.0.CO;2-8