Novel Keratinase from Bacillus subtilis S14 Exhibiting Remarkable Dehairing Capabilities |
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| Authors: | Alexandre J. Macedo, Walter O. Beys da Silva, Renata Gava, David Driemeier, Jo o Antonio Pê gas Henriques, Carlos Termignoni |
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| Affiliation: | Alexandre J. Macedo, Walter O. Beys da Silva, Renata Gava, David Driemeier, João Antonio Pêgas Henriques, and Carlos Termignoni |
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| Abstract: | We report the isolation of a keratinolytic-producing Bacillus subtilis strain and the characterization of the exceptional dehairing properties of its subtilisin-like keratinase. This enzyme can be an alternative to sodium sulfide, the major pollutant from tanneries, and may completely replace it. Its unique nonactivity upon collagen enhances its industrial potential. |
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