Enzymatic approaches in paper industry for pulp refining and biofilm control

Appl Microbiol Biotechnol. 2012 Oct;96(2):327-44. doi: 10.1007/s00253-012-4345-0. Epub 2012 Aug 18.

Abstract

The use of enzymes has a high potential in the pulp and paper industry to improve the economics of the paper production process and to achieve, at the same time, a reduced environmental impact. Specific enzymes contribute to reduce the amount of chemicals and energy required for the modification of fibers and helps to prevent the formation or development of biofilms. This review is aimed at presenting the latest progresses made in the application of enzymes as refining aids and biofilm control agents.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Biofilms*
  • Biotechnology / methods*
  • Cellulose / chemistry
  • Enzymes / chemistry*
  • Enzymes / metabolism
  • Fungal Proteins / chemistry*
  • Fungal Proteins / metabolism
  • Fungi / enzymology*
  • Fungi / physiology*
  • Industry
  • Paper
  • Wood / chemistry*
  • Wood / microbiology

Substances

  • Enzymes
  • Fungal Proteins
  • Cellulose