Enzymatic polymer functionalisation: Advances in laccase and peroxidase derived lignocellulose functional polymers

Gibson S. Nyanhongo, Tukayi Kudanga, Endry Nugroho Prasetyo, Georg M. Guebitz

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Abstract

Enzymatic polymer functionalisation has entered its most fascinating period with development in this field largely at the basic research level and pilot scale applications. Development of enzymatic processes for the development of lignocellulose-based functional polymers has not been spared, ranging from textile fibres with novel properties (antimicrobials properties, hydrophobic properties, attractive shed colours, etc.) to fibreboards. Enzymatic processes are also being actively pursued aimed at developing functional polymers from lignin (a major by product of the pulp and process).

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationBiofunctionalization of Polymers and their Applications
Pages47-68
Number of pages22
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2011
Externally publishedYes

Publication series

NameAdvances in Biochemical Engineering/Biotechnology
Volume125
ISSN (Print)0724-6145

Keywords

  • Functional polymer
  • Laccase
  • Lignocellulose
  • Peroxidase

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