Publications by authors named "Kaiany Moreira Dos Santos"
Enhanced Biodiesel Production with Eversa Transform 2.0 Lipase on Magnetic Nanoparticles.
Kaiany Moreira Dos Santos Juliana de França Serpa Viviane de Castro Bizerra Rafael Leandro Fernandes Melo Paulo Gonçalves de Sousa Junior Valdilane Santos Alexandre José Cleiton Sousa Dos Santos
Langmuir
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- This research explores using magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles to immobilize the lipase enzyme ET 2.0 for enhanced biodiesel production through the synthesis of ethyl oleate.
- The study optimized conditions for enzyme immobilization, achieving a yield of 78% and demonstrating higher performance from the immobilized enzyme compared to its free form.
- Kinetic studies confirmed successful esterification with 88.1% conversion and sustainable production, while molecular docking suggested strong stability and binding affinity between the lipase and the substrate.
Enzymes are widely used in biofuels, food, and pharmaceuticals. The immobilization of enzymes on solid supports, particularly magnetic nanomaterials, enhances their stability and catalytic activity. Magnetic nanomaterials are chosen for their versatility, large surface area, and superparamagnetic properties, which allow for easy separation and reuse in industrial processes.
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