ISSN:
0006-3592
Keywords:
enantioselectivity
;
Naproxen
;
esterification
;
lipase
;
Chemistry
;
Biochemistry and Biotechnology
Source:
Wiley InterScience Backfile Collection 1832-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Process Engineering, Biotechnology, Nutrition Technology
Notes:
Improvement of stereoselective resolution of racemic Naproxen, 2-(6-methoxy-2-naphthyl)propionic acid, was attempted with esterifcation reaction by Candida cylindracea lipase. By carefully selecting the organic medium, a 72-time enhancement of yield of the desired S-ester was achieved. The optimal reaction temperature was approximately 53°C, and an alcohol concentration between 20 mM and 40 mM in an 80% (v/v) isooctane and 20% (v/v) toluene mixture was found. © 1994 John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Additional Material:
1 Ill.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/bit.260430109
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