Biocatalysis for Practitioners: Techniques, Reactions and Applications

 This  reference book originates from the interdisciplinary research  cooperation between academia and industry. In three distinct parts,  latest results from basic research on stable enzymes are explained and  brought into context with possible industrial applications. Downstream  processing technology as well as biocatalytic and biotechnological  production processes from global players display the enormous potential  of biocatalysts. Application of "extreme" reaction conditions (i.e.  unconventional, such as high temperature, pressure, and pH value) -  biocatalysts are normally used within a well defined process window -  leads to novel synthetic effects. Both novel enzyme systems and the  synthetic routes in which they can be applied are made accessible to the  reader. In addition, the complementary innovative process technology  under unconventional conditions is highlighted by latest examples from  biotech industry.