Enzyme

Aminopeptidase I is a specialized proteolytic enzyme derived from the actinobacterium Streptomyces griseus. This enzyme functions by catalyzing the cleavage of amino acids from the N-terminus of peptides, which plays a pivotal role in protein metabolism and regulation. The source of this enzyme, Streptomyces griseus, is well-regarded for producing a variety of bioactive compounds owing to its rich genetic and biochemical repertoire.

<p>Alcohol dehydrogenase (EC 1.1.1.1) is the enzyme that catalyzes interconversion between alcohols and aldehydes or ketones, using NAD+/NADH as a cofactor in the following reaction: CH3CH2OH + NAD+ ⇔ CH3CHO + NADH + H+     One unit of alcohol dehydrogenase will convert 1.0 µmol of ethanol to acetaldehyde per minute at pH 8.8 and 25 °C.</p>

<p>Glutathione peroxidase (EC 1.11.1.9) is an enzyme that reduces peroxides to limit oxidative damage, by catalyzing the following reaction:  2 GSH + H2O2 → GS–SG + 2 H2O  One unit of glutathione peroxidase will catalyze the conversion of 1.0 µmole of H2O2 per minute at pH 7.0 and 25 °C in the presence of reduced glutathione. Reduced glutahione is available here.</p>

<p>Lipase from *Candida antarctica* is an enzyme-based biocatalyst, which is derived from the yeast *Candida antarctica*. This enzyme operates via a catalytic mechanism that involves the hydrolysis of ester bonds in lipid substrates, thereby facilitating the breakdown of fats into glycerol and free fatty acids. Its catalytic efficiency and stability in various conditions make it highly versatile for industrial applications.</p>

eXrase DNA endonuclease from enGenes is a recombinant endonuclease from Serratia marcescens produced in E. coli. Effectively and efficiently degrades all forms of DNA and RNA, reducing sample viscosity without proteolytic activity. As effective and efficient as other nucleases on the market, eXrase DNA endonuclease is the most cost-effective way to improve proteins yields and improve sample handing. Presented as a ready to use colourless liquid, formulated in Tris buffer at pH 8.0 with 50 % glycerol (v/v). This tech grade version is our most cost effective endonuclease for R&D applications. eXrase DNA endonuclease is suitable for the effective breakdown of nucleic acids in numerous biotech settings:  • Removal of residual host DNA from biotechnological products to meet regulatory standards • Reduction of viscosity and streamlined purification in downstream processing of fermentation procedures. • Reduction of viscosity in in upstream fermentation processes • Extraction and/or synthesis of flavouring nucleotides • Enhanced bioavailability of nucleotides in specific feed products • DNA degradation for the removal or prevention of biofilm formationeXrase DNA endonuclease from enGenes is made by a proprietary microbial fermentation process utilizing Escherichia coli cells. This enzyme facilitates the hydrolysis of phosphodiester bonds in various forms of DNA and RNA, including single-stranded, double-stranded, linear, circular, or supercoiled configurations, yielding smaller oligonucleotides typically composed of 2-4 base pairs. Unit-Definition: One unit (U) of the enzyme is defined as the amount required to digest calf thymus DNA, yielding acid-soluble oligonucleotides equivalent to a ΔA260nm of 1.0 within a 30-minute timeframe at pH 8.0 and 37°C. This standardization allows for consistent measurement of enzymatic activity across different batches.

<p>Nitrile hydratase 23 recombinantly expressed in E. coli comes in a freeze-dried formulation. Nitrile hydratases can be utilized to convert nitriles into their corresponding amides, e.g. to produce acrylamide from acrylonitrile. Additional applications include the removal of nitriles from industrial wastewater. Our nitrile hydratases have been tested for hydrolysis of the following substrates:cyclohexanecarbonitrile, cinnamonitrile, benzonitrile, methacrylonitrile, pivalonitrile.</p>

<p>α-Mannosidase (α-D-mannopyranosidase, 1,2-α-mannosidase, 1,2-α-D-mannosidase, exo-α-mannosidase, α-D-mannosidase, systematic name α-D-mannoside mannohydrolase; EC 3.2.1.24) is an enzyme that cleaves α-mannose to produce glucose. One unit of α-Mannosidase will hydrolyze 1.0 µmole of chromogenic phosphate mimic p-nitrophenyl-α-p-mannoside to p-nitrophenol in 1 minute at pH 5.0 and 37°C.</p>

One unit of Aminopeptidase (3.4.11.10) will hydrolyze 1.0 μmole of L-leucine p-nitroanilide to p-nitroaniline and L-leucine per min at pH 8.0 and 25 °C.

<p>Cytochrome C oxidase (originally assigned EC 1.9.3.1, now re-assigned EC 7.1.1.9) is an enzyme that catalyzes the following reaction: 4 Fe2+ – cytochrome c + 4 H+ + O2 → 4 Fe3+ – cytochrome c + 2 H2O</p>

<p>Lipoprotein lipase is a critical enzyme used to modulate lipid processing, primarily sourced from mammalian tissues. It functions by hydrolyzing triglycerides present in circulating chylomicrons and very low-density lipoproteins. This enzymatic process liberates free fatty acids, which can subsequently be utilized as energy by peripheral tissues or stored in adipose tissue. Lipoprotein lipase is pivotal in lipid metabolism, participating in maintaining homeostasis of plasma lipid levels.</p>

β-1,4-Galactosyltransferase 1 is an enzyme that catalyzes the synthesis of the glycosaminoglycan-protein linkage in proteoglycans.

Lipases belong to the family of esterases and naturally act on triglycerides at lipid-water interfaces. Lipases/esterases can be used as versatile tools in hydrolytic reactions, esterifications and transesterification reactions in industrial and food applications. The CalB01 IA lipase has been immobilized on a hydrophobic carrier by adsorption. The immobilized CalB01 lipase has a temperature optimum in the 40 - 50 °C range and pH optimum between pH 5 and 8.

<p>Ubiquitin thiolesterase UCHL1 (Ubiquitin carboxy-terminal hydrolase L1; EC 3.1.2.15) is an enzyme that hydrolyses small C-terminal ubiquitin adducts to regenerate ubiquitin.</p>

<p>Aspartic acid proteinase is a type of proteolytic enzyme, which originates from various biological sources including humans, fungi, and plants. It is characterized by its action via two critical aspartic acid residues in the active site, which facilitate the hydrolysis of peptide bonds in proteins. This enzyme operates optimally in acidic environments, making it crucial in processes like digestion and protein processing within cellular compartments such as lysosomes.</p>

α-N-Acetylglucosaminidase (recombinant Human NAGLU Protein),  degrades heparan sulfate by hydrolysis of terminal GlcNAc resides in N-acetyl-alpha-D-glucosaminides of heparan sulfate.Activity is measured by its ability to hydrolyse 4-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-a-D-glucopyranoside EN03208 or EM31027. The specific activity is >900 pmol/min/μg, as measured under the decribed conditions.

<p>Lipase 77 recombinantly expressed in P. pastoris comes in a spray-dried formulation. It has its pH optimum at 4-5. Lipases belong to the family of esterases and naturally act on triglycerides at lipid-water interfaces catalyzing hydrolytic reactions, esterifications and transesterification reactions in industrial and food applications. Lipase 77 was shown to hydrolyze p-Nitrophenyl esters of butyrate and triglycerides.</p>

<p>Cellulose catalase is an enzyme-based product, designed specifically to act as a catalyst in the oxidative processes associated with cellulose applications. It is derived from a microbial source, where bacilli or fungi are employed to produce robust catalase enzymes in a fermentation process. The mode of action involves the catalase enzyme’s ability to facilitate the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen, thereby reducing oxidative damage during cellulose processing.</p>

<p>Lipases belong to the family of esterases and naturally act on triglycerides at lipid-water interfaces. Lipases/esterases can be used as versatile tools in hydrolytic reactions, esterifications and transesterification reactions in industrial and food applications. The CalB02 lipase has a temperature optimum in the 40 - 50 °C range and pH optimum between pH 5 and 8.</p>

The secreted phospholipase A2-IIA (sPLA2-IIA, PLA2, systematic name phosphatidylcholine 2-acylhydrolase; EC 3.1.1.4) is an enzyme that catalyses the hydrolysis of glycerophospholipids at the sn2 position, yielding 1-acylglycerophosphocholine and a fatty acid. One unit of secreted phospholipase A2-IIA will hydrolyze 1.0 μmole of substrate per min under optimal conditions.

An enzyme that catalyzes the formation and breakage of disulfide bonds in the folding of proteins