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Enzimatic beads
Exhibitor
Area of exhibition:
Stand
Knowledge-generating body:
Fundació Eurecat
Enzymatic beads for enzyme immobilization. It applies to different types of enzymes, mainly cellulases and hemicellulases, wherein the enzyme is immobilized on the surface of the bead or within the pores.The polymer is biodegradable and can be obtained from natural resources (alginate)
Country:
Spain
Region:
Catalonia
Sectors:
Circular Economy
New & Sustainable Materials
Environment & Water
Industrial Biotech
SDG:
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Enzymes are extensively used in industrial processes like food and agriculture, biotech&chemical, waste management, etc.. Cellulase enzymes are used in paper and textile industries, but most enzymes are water soluble and cannot be easily recovered after use. The enzimatic bead is not soluble and can be recovered after use and be reused at least x5