How a bacterial enzyme could revolutionize aviation biofuels
Novel enzyme could boost biofuel production for aviation Interesting Engineering
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A Breakthrough Discovery in Renewable Aviation Fuel Production
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Introduction
A breakthrough discovery by a team of Brazilian researchers could open up new biotechnological pathways to produce renewable hydrocarbons for aviation from different feedstocks. Scientists have found an enzyme that can replace the traditional metal-based catalysts used in thermochemical processes for the production of aviation biokerosene.
The Enzyme: OleTPRN
The enzyme, called OleTPRN, is derived from a bacterium named Rothia nasimurium and belongs to the cytochrome P450 superfamily. This enzyme can effectively transform fatty acids, which are essential components of lipids found in plants, animals, and microorganisms, into alkenes, a type of hydrocarbon and an important chemical intermediary.
Advantages over Conventional Catalysts
The benefit
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Source: interestingengineering.com
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