Lignin model compound studies to elucidate the effect of "natural" mediators on oxidoreductase-catalyzed degradation of lignocellulosic materials

P. Nousiainen, J. Kontro, Pekka Maijala, E. Uzan, A. Hatakka, A. Lomascolo, J. Sipilä

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Abstract

Eco-efficient biotechnological applications are important innovations for modern industrial developments. Oxidoreductases, e.g. laccases and manganese peroxidases (MnPs), provide interesting possibilities. In many cases these enzymes require low molecular weight co-substrates to mediate oxidation. In this study, various types of lignin model compounds were investigated both as mediators and as final targets to find out their effect and potential in oxidation reactions, catalyzed by laccases and MnPs. Especially acetosyringone and methyl syringate mediated the laccase-catalyzed oxidation. These phenolics were also found to facilitate MnP-catalyzed reactions of non-phenolic compounds. Oxidation potentials, pH and chemical stability of the mediator affected the oxidation efficiency.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationFunctional Materials from Renewable Sources
EditorsFalk Liebner, Thomas Rosenau
PublisherAmerican Chemical Society
Chapter12
Pages229-242
Number of pages14
ISBN (Electronic)978-0-8412-2789-7
ISBN (Print)978-0-8412-2788-0
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 17 Aug 2012
MoE publication typeA3 Book section, Chapters in research books
EventAmerican Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition - Anaheim, United States
Duration: 27 Mar 201131 Mar 2011
Conference number: 241

Publication series

NameACS Symposium Series
Volume1107
ISSN (Print)0097-6156
ISSN (Electronic)1947-5918

Conference

ConferenceAmerican Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition
Abbreviated titleACS
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityAnaheim
Period27/03/201131/03/2011

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