Future Directions in Biocatalysis

Download or read book Future Directions in Biocatalysis written by Tomoko Matsuda and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-08-11 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Future Directions in Biocatalysis the important topics within biocatalysis and enzymatic catalysis for organic synthesis are described for both experts and non-experts. This books focuses particularly on reactions under development at present and on future advances in the field. Consisting of four sections, this book examines enzymatic reactions under unusual conditions, unique biocatalytic reactions, synthesis of valuable compounds using biocatalysis and the latest molecular biology methods for biocatalysis. Each chapter deals with a specific theme and includes a summary of each area as well as the present state and future direction of research.* Describes methods for solving environmental issues through biocatalysis* Presents the integrated fields of biochemistry and organic chemistry* Unique research topics with high originality