ISSN:
1432-0614
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
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Process Engineering, Biotechnology, Nutrition Technology
Notes:
Summary Endoglucanase C encoded by the celC gene of Clostridium thermocellum has been purified to homogeneity from a recombinant Escherichia coli strain. It was found that this enzyme is highly efficient in degrading glucans with alternating β-1,4- and β-1,3-linkages but lacks activity on unmodified cellulosic substrates. The properties of endoglucanase C were compared to those of Bacillus subtilis β-glucanase, an enzyme used in the brewing industry for β-glucan degradation. Both enzyme cause a rapid decrease of the viscosity of barley β-glucan as a result of internal chain cleavage. Endoglucanase C hydrolyses non-specifically β-1,3- and β-1,4-bonds adjacent to unsubstituted or 4-O′-substituted cellobiose units. Due to its lower pH optimum and increased thermostability endoglucanase C compares favourably with B. subtilis β-glucanase and seems suitable for use in the mashing process of beer brewing.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00258346
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