Researchers discover new enzyme paradigm for critical reaction in converting lignin into useful products

Researchers have discovered and characterized a new family of cytochrome P450 enzymes that is critical to improving the conversion of lignin — one of the main components of plants — into valuable products such as nylon, plastics, and chemicals.

Source: sciencedaily.com

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