Microbial Enzymes: Classification, Biochemistry, Production and Applications - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 044340352X ISBN 13: 9780443403521

Publisher: Academic Press, 2025

Synopsis

Microbial Enzymes: Classification, Biochemistry, Production and Applications explores the multifaceted roles of microbial enzymes, emphasizing their stability, ease of handling, and manipulation, all of which make them invaluable in various industrial processes. With 25 in-depth chapters, the book delves into the biochemistry of enzymes, their various sources, and their importance in biotechnology. It covers modern techniques for microbial enzyme detection and determination, methods of enzyme immobilization, and the application of microbial enzymes in industries such as food, medicine, pharmaceuticals, and textiles. Special sections discuss the biosynthesis of metal nanoparticles by microbial enzymes and the role of microbial toxins in different sectors.

The book's chapters are organized in a way that provides detailed insights into the classification of enzymes, the mechanisms of microbial enzymes, and their industrial importance. Topics include bacterial, fungal, and algal enzymes, their applications, and the latest advancements in enzyme technology. Other sections address the challenge of antibiotic resistance and explores innovative methods for enzyme production and molecular engineering.

• Provides comprehensive data on microbial enzymes, highlighting their stability, ease of handling, and manipulation.
• Facilitates easy and environmentally friendly industrial manufacturing through the use of microbial enzymes.
• Examines the role of microbial enzymes as biocatalysts in cost-effective and ecologically responsible bioprocesses.
• Presents diverse applications of microbial enzymes in industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and textiles.
• Discusses advanced methods for microbial enzyme detection, production, and immobilization.

About this title

About the Author

Prof. Sulieman has been awarded his PhD in 2001 (Food Science and Technology) and pursued a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Kobe, Japan. He is an expert in Food Science and Technology, his main concern is food microbiology. Currently, Prof. Sulieman is holding the position of professor at the Department of Biology, College of Science, University of Hail, and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He has authored a large number of articles in referred journals (ISI- Scopus) and has been participated to different international conferences. He published many references and textbooks in the area of food science and microbiology. He is a member of many national and international academic associations. He supervised and conducted many national and international research projects. He also supervised many master and PhD students in the field of Food Microbiology.

From the Back Cover

Microbial Enzymes: Classification, Biochemistry, Production and Applications explores the multifaceted roles of microbial enzymes, emphasizing their stability, ease of handling, and manipulation, which make them invaluable in various industrial processes. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the classification, biochemical properties, production methods, and diverse applications of microbial enzymes.

With 25 in-depth chapters, this book explores the biochemistry of enzymes, their various sources, and their importance in biotechnology. This book covers modern techniques for microbial enzyme detection and determination, methods of enzyme immobilization, and the application of microbial enzymes in industries such as food, medicine, pharmaceuticals, and textiles. Special sections discuss the biosynthesis of metal nanoparticles by microbial enzymes and the role of microbial toxins in different sectors.

The chapters are organized to provide detailed insights into the classification of enzymes, the mechanisms of microbial enzymes, and their industrial importance. The topics include bacterial, fungal, and algal enzymes; their applications; and the latest advancements in enzyme technology. This book also addresses the challenge of antibiotic resistance and explores innovative methods for enzyme production and molecular engineering.

Microbial Enzymes: Classification, Biochemistry, Production and Applications is an essential resource for students, researchers, and professionals in the fields of food, pharmaceuticals, and textiles, offering them the latest knowledge and practical guidance to advance their work and innovate in their respective industries. It is designed to equip readers with a thorough understanding of microbial enzymes and their potential to revolutionize industrial processes.

Edition details

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 044340352X
• ISBN 13: 9780443403521
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 442
• Editor: Sulieman