The bacterial 4S pathway – an economical alternative for crude oil desulphurization that r<b>educes CO2 emissions</b>
João P. M. Sousa, Pedro Ferreira, Rui P. P. Neves, Maria J. Ramos, Pedro Alexandrino Fernandes
Abstract
We discuss structural and mechanistic aspects of the Dsz enzymes in the 4S pathway, with a focus on rational molecular strategies for enzyme engineering, aiming at enzyme catalytic rate and efficiency improvement to meet industrial demands.
Topics & Concepts
EnzymeBiochemical engineeringChemistryFossil fuelFocus (optics)Organic chemistryEngineeringOpticsPhysicsEnzyme Catalysis and ImmobilizationEnzyme Production and CharacterizationCatalysis and Hydrodesulfurization Studies