Biochemistry,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 19, 2025
The
catalytic
efficiency
of
acetylcholinesterase
(AChE)
is
likely
regulated
by
the
protonation
states
and
conformational
adaptations
its
residues.
While
neonicotinoid
insecticides
are
recognized
for
impairing
AChE
function
through
neurotoxic
mechanisms,
precise
molecular
mechanisms
governing
this
inhibition
remain
poorly
characterized.
This
investigation
elucidates
how
structural
variations
among
neonicotinoids
modulate
equilibria
Glu-202
His-447
in
AChE's
triad.
Comparative
analysis
reveals
that
nitro-substituted
(imidacloprid,
clothianidin)
induce
more
pronounced
state
transitions
compared
to
their
cyano-containing
counterparts
(thiacloprid,
acetamiprid).
Specifically,
strong
electron-withdrawing
nitro
groups
facilitate
conversion
from
deprotonation
(GLU)
(GLH)
δ-
(HID)
ε-position
(HIE)
enhanced
electrostatic
interactions.
These
electronic
perturbations
trigger
reorganization
within
active
site,
evidenced
group-directed
residue
realignment
subsequent
H-bond
formation.
Energy
decomposition
identifies
contributions
as
primary
determinant
binding
affinity
differences,
with
nitro-neonicotinoids
exhibiting
stronger
interactions
than
cyano-neonicotinoids.
QM/MM
metadynamics
substantial
alterations
disrupt
biocatalytic
function,
particularly
capacity
acetylcholine
hydrolysis.
Finally,
SH-SY5Y-based
cellular
assays
show
imidacloprid
exhibits
strongest
inhibitory
effect
on
intracellular
activity,
while
thiacloprid
acetamiprid
weaker
effects,
aligning
computational
predictions.
study
provides
insights
into
protonation-state-induced
mediated
neonicotinoids,
contributing
assessment
exogenous
ligand-induced
potential
ecological
human
health
risks.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
36(10)
Published: April 27, 2023
Nanozymes
represent
a
class
of
nanosized
materials
that
exhibit
innate
catalytic
properties
similar
to
biological
enzymes.
The
unique
features
these
have
positioned
them
as
promising
candidates
for
applications
in
clinical
sensing
devices,
specifically
those
employed
at
the
point-of-care.
They
notably
found
use
means
amplify
signals
nanosensor-based
platforms
and
thereby
improve
sensor
detection
limits.
Recent
developments
understanding
fundamental
chemistries
underpinning
enabled
development
highly
effective
nanozymes
capable
clinically
relevant
biomarkers
limits
compete
with
"gold-standard"
techniques.
However,
there
remain
considerable
hurdles
need
be
overcome
before
nanozyme-based
sensors
can
utilized
platform
ready
use.
An
overview
current
understandings
disease
diagnostics
biosensing
unmet
challenges
must
considered
prior
their
translation
diagnostic
tests
is
provided.
Biotechnology Advances,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
70, P. 108304 - 108304
Published: Dec. 21, 2023
Proteases
have
gained
significant
scientific
and
industrial
interest
due
to
their
unique
biocatalytic
characteristics
broad-spectrum
applications
in
different
industries.
The
development
of
robust
nanobiocatalytic
systems
by
attaching
proteases
onto
various
nanostructured
materials
as
fascinating
novel
nanocarriers
has
demonstrated
exceptional
performance,
substantial
stability,
ease
recyclability
over
multiple
reaction
cycles
under
chemical
physical
conditions.
immobilized
on
may
be
much
more
resistant
denaturation
caused
extreme
temperatures
or
pH
values,
detergents,
organic
solvents,
other
protein
denaturants
than
free
enzymes.
Immobilized
present
a
lower
inhibition.
use
non-porous
the
immobilization
prevents
diffusion
steric
hindrances
during
binding
substrate
active
sites
enzymes
compared
porous
materials;
when
using
very
large
solid
substrates,
orientation
enzyme
must
always
adequate.
advantages
problems
nanoparticles
will
discussed
this
review.
continuous
batch
reactor
operations
nanocarrier-immobilized
been
successfully
investigated
for
variety
leather,
detergent,
biomedical,
food,
pharmaceutical
Information
about
nanomaterials
systematically
compiled
here.
Furthermore,
highlighted
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
248, P. 125853 - 125853
Published: July 17, 2023
Lipase
B
from
Candida
antarctica
(CALB)
and
lipase
Thermomyces
lanuginosus
(TLL)
have
been
immobilized
on
octyl
agarose
at
low
loading
a
exceeding
the
maximum
support
capacity.
Then,
enzymes
treated
with
glutaraldehyde
inactivated
pH
7
in
Tris-HCl,
sodium
phosphate
HEPES,
giving
different
stabilities.
Stabilization
(depending
buffer)
of
highly
loaded
biocatalysts
was
found,
very
likely
as
consequence
detected
intermolecular
crosslinkings.
This
did
not
occur
for
lowly
biocatalysts.
Next,
were
chemically
aminated
then
glutaraldehyde.
In
case
TLL,
intramolecular
crosslinkings
(visible
by
apparent
reduction
protein
size)
increased
enzyme
stability
biocatalysts,
an
effect
that
further
due
to
Using
CALB,
less
intense,
stabilization
lower,
even
though
quite
intense
biocatalyst.
The
depended
inactivation
buffer.
interactions
between
inactivating
buffer
effects
chemical
modifications
suggest
modification
studies
must
be
performed
under
target
conditions.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
23(13), P. 6908 - 6908
Published: June 21, 2022
Kinetic
productivity
analysis
is
critical
to
the
characterization
of
enzyme
catalytic
performance
and
capacity.
However,
has
been
largely
overlooked
in
published
literature.
Less
than
0.01%
studies
which
report
on
present
analysis,
despite
fact
that
this
only
measurement
method
provides
a
reliable
indicator
potential
commercial
utility.
Here,
we
argue
reporting
data
involving
native,
modified,
immobilized
enzymes
under
different
reaction
conditions
will
be
immense
value
optimizing
enzymatic
processes,
with
view
accelerating
biotechnological
applications.
With
use
examples
from
wide-ranging
studies,
demonstrate
measure
importance
translational
processes
employ
them.
We
conclude
review
by
suggesting
steps
maximize
catalyzed
reactions.
Protein Engineering Design and Selection,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
36
Published: Jan. 1, 2023
Abstract
Biocatalysis
has
become
a
powerful
alternative
for
green
chemistry.
Expanding
the
range
of
amino
acids
used
in
protein
biosynthesis
can
improve
industrially
appealing
properties
such
as
enantioselectivity,
activity
and
stability.
This
review
will
specifically
delve
into
thermal
stability
improvements
that
non-canonical
(ncAAs)
confer
to
enzymes.
Methods
achieve
this
end,
use
halogenated
ncAAs,
selective
immobilization
rational
design,
be
discussed.
Additionally,
specific
enzyme
design
considerations
using
ncAAs
are
discussed
along
with
benefits
limitations
various
approaches
available
enhance
Current Pollution Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(3), P. 345 - 361
Published: April 29, 2024
Abstract
Purpose
of
Review
In
the
presented
review,
we
have
summarized
and
highlighted
recent
developments
in
use
lignin
peroxidase
(LiP)
to
remove
a
variety
pollutants
from
water
matrices.
The
high
redox
potential
LiP
is
underlined
by
its
excellent
catalytic
functionalities
elimination
pharmaceuticals,
phenolics,
dyes,
polycyclic
aromatic
hydrocarbons
(PAHs),
endocrine-disrupting
chemicals
(EDCs),
other
miscellaneous
pollutants.
LiP-based
computational
frameworks
for
theoretical
bioremediation
multiple
also
been
discussed,
which
prompted
rise
scientific
interest.
Recent
Findings
According
current
studies,
both
free
immobilized
LiPs
are
biocatalysts
capable
efficient
pollutant
degradation
LMW
transformation.
Some
preparations
demonstrated
recyclability,
enabling
reusability
cycles.
Additionally,
degradability
makes
it
easier
comprehend
mechanisms
underlying
recalcitrant
Summary
capacity
cleave
C–C
C–O–C
bonds
has
led
widespread
application
as
biocatalyst.
Its
outstanding
catalyze
oxidative
cleavage
effectively
used
remediation
without
needing
mediators.
Nevertheless,
brought
attention
system
framework,
generated
significant
Biotechnology Advances,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
61, P. 108045 - 108045
Published: Sept. 29, 2022
This
review
summarizes
the
most
relevant
advances
in
biological
transformation
of
fatty
acids
(or
derivatives)
into
hydrocarbons
to
be
used
as
biofuels
(biogasoline,
green
diesel
and
jet
biofuel).
Among
enzymes,
acid
decarboxylase
from
Jeotgalicoccus
sp.
ATCC
8456
(OleTJE)
stands
out
a
promising
enzyme.
OleTJE
may
coupled
cascade
reactions
with
metalloenzymes
or
reductases
Old
Yellow
Enzymes
(OYE)
family
perform
hydrogenation
α-olefins
paraffins.
The
photodecarboxylase
Chlorella
variabilis
NC64A
(CvFAP)
is
an
example
coupling
biocatalysis
photocatalysis
produce
alkanes.
Besides
(photo)decarboxylation
free
and/or
triacyclglycerols
alkanes/alkenes,
by
enzymes
has
also
been
employed.
cyanobacterial
aldehyde
decarbonylase
(cAD)
Nostoc
punctiforme
outstanding
this
kind
Overall,
these
kinds
open
up
new
possibilities
production
renewable
sources,
even
if
they
have
many
limitations
on
current
situation.
improving
features
via
immobilization
coimmobilization,
well
utilization
whole
cells
haves
reviewed.