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Understanding a Unique Enzyme from Cordyceps for Healthier Fat Processing
Jim Crocker
21st July, 2024
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Key Findings
- Researchers at Seoul National University discovered a new lipase, CACML7, from Cordyceps militaris with sn-2 regioselectivity
- CACML7 shows a unique preference for cis-fatty acids over trans-fatty acids, unlike other known lipases
- The study highlights the potential of computational methods to find novel enzymes with specific and valuable properties for industrial applications
References
Main Study
1) A sn-2 regioselective lipase with cis-fatty acid preference from Cordyceps militaris: Biochemical characterization and insights into its regioselective mechanism.
Published 18th July, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134013
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