Microbial Enzymes
Classification, Biochemistry, Production and Applications
- 1st Edition - December 1, 2025
- Latest edition
- Editor: Abdel Moneim Elhadi Sulieman
- Language: English
Microbial Enzymes: Classification, Biochemistry, Production and Applications presents a thorough examination of the pivotal role microbial enzymes play across numerous indust… Read more
Microbial Enzymes: Classification, Biochemistry, Production and Applications presents a thorough examination of the pivotal role microbial enzymes play across numerous industries. Highlighting their remarkable stability and adaptability, the book guides readers through essential topics such as enzyme classification, biochemical properties, and state-of-the-art production techniques. With 25 comprehensive chapters, it explores modern approaches for enzyme detection, enzyme immobilization, and the broad spectrum of applications in fields like food processing, medicine, pharmaceuticals, and textiles. The text is tailored to provide practical knowledge and current scientific developments, making it a valuable resource for students, researchers, and industry professionals.
The book also delves into advanced subjects, including the biosynthesis of metal nanoparticles via microbial enzymes and the impact of microbial toxins in various sectors. It discusses bacterial, fungal, and algal enzymes, addressing their unique applications and contributions to biotechnology. Special attention is given to challenges such as antibiotic resistance, alongside innovative solutions in enzyme production and molecular engineering.
The book also delves into advanced subjects, including the biosynthesis of metal nanoparticles via microbial enzymes and the impact of microbial toxins in various sectors. It discusses bacterial, fungal, and algal enzymes, addressing their unique applications and contributions to biotechnology. Special attention is given to challenges such as antibiotic resistance, alongside innovative solutions in enzyme production and molecular engineering.
- Provides comprehensive data on microbial enzymes, highlighting their stability, ease of handling, and manipulation
- Facilitates easy and environmentally-friendly industrial manufacturing through the use of microbial enzymes
- Examines the role of microbial enzymes as bio-catalysts in cost-effective and ecologically responsible bioprocesses
- Presents diverse applications of microbial enzymes in industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and textiles
- Discusses advanced methods for microbial enzyme detection, production, and immobilization
Undergraduate and graduate students in biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology, and related fields. Faculty members and teaching staff at colleges and universities who are involved in teaching and research in the areas of microbial enzymes, biotechnology, and industrial applications. Research students and scientists working in academic institutions, research centers, and laboratories focused on enzyme technology, microbial biotechnology, and industrial bioprocesses. Industry professionals in the food, pharmaceutical, and textile industries who are involved in the development and application of microbial enzymes for various industrial processes
1. Introduction
2. Classification of Enzymes
3. Mechanism of Microbial Enzymes
4. Bacterial Enzymes and Their Applications
5. Industrially Important Fungal Enzymes: Productions and Applications
6. Algal Enzymes and Their Applications
7. Biochemistry of Enzymes and Their Various Sources
8. Microbial Enzymes and Antibiotic Resistance
9. Microbial Enzymes of Industrial Importance
10. Methods of Microbial Enzyme Immobilization
11. Biotechnology of Microbial Enzymes
12. Microbial Production and Molecular Engineering of Industrial Enzymes
13. Isolation, Identification, and Characterization of Enzyme-Producing Lactic Acid Bacteria from Traditional Fermented Food
14. Determination of Microbial Extracellular Enzyme Activity in Water and Soils Using Microplate Assays
15. Microbial Enzymatic Activity Measurements by Fluorogenic Substrates
16. Enzymes in Food Processing
17. Applications of Microbial Enzymes in Medicine
18. Microbial Enzymes in Pharmaceutical Applications
19. Application of Microbial Enzymes in Textile Industry
20. Biosynthesis of Metal Nanoparticles by Microbial Enzymes
21. Extracellular Enzyme Activity and Its Implications for Organic Matter Cycling
22. Identification of Extracellular Enzyme-Producing Bacteria (Proteolytic, Cellulolytic, and Amylolytic) in the Sediment
23. Enzymes of Importance to Rhizosphere Processes
24. Microbial Enzymes with Special Characteristics for Biotechnological Applications
25. Future Prospective in Enzyme Technology
2. Classification of Enzymes
3. Mechanism of Microbial Enzymes
4. Bacterial Enzymes and Their Applications
5. Industrially Important Fungal Enzymes: Productions and Applications
6. Algal Enzymes and Their Applications
7. Biochemistry of Enzymes and Their Various Sources
8. Microbial Enzymes and Antibiotic Resistance
9. Microbial Enzymes of Industrial Importance
10. Methods of Microbial Enzyme Immobilization
11. Biotechnology of Microbial Enzymes
12. Microbial Production and Molecular Engineering of Industrial Enzymes
13. Isolation, Identification, and Characterization of Enzyme-Producing Lactic Acid Bacteria from Traditional Fermented Food
14. Determination of Microbial Extracellular Enzyme Activity in Water and Soils Using Microplate Assays
15. Microbial Enzymatic Activity Measurements by Fluorogenic Substrates
16. Enzymes in Food Processing
17. Applications of Microbial Enzymes in Medicine
18. Microbial Enzymes in Pharmaceutical Applications
19. Application of Microbial Enzymes in Textile Industry
20. Biosynthesis of Metal Nanoparticles by Microbial Enzymes
21. Extracellular Enzyme Activity and Its Implications for Organic Matter Cycling
22. Identification of Extracellular Enzyme-Producing Bacteria (Proteolytic, Cellulolytic, and Amylolytic) in the Sediment
23. Enzymes of Importance to Rhizosphere Processes
24. Microbial Enzymes with Special Characteristics for Biotechnological Applications
25. Future Prospective in Enzyme Technology
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: December 1, 2025
- Language: English
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Abdel Moneim Elhadi Sulieman
Prof. Sulieman has been awarded his PhD in 2001 (Food Science and Technology) and pursued a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Kobe, Japan. He is an expert in Food Science and Technology, his main concern is food microbiology. Currently, Prof. Sulieman is holding the position of professor at the Department of Biology, College of Science, University of Hail, and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He has authored a large number of articles in referred journals (ISI- Scopus) and has been participated to different international conferences. He published many references and textbooks in the area of food science and microbiology. He is a member of many national and international academic associations. He supervised and conducted many national and international research projects. He also supervised many master and PhD students in the field of Food Microbiology.
Affiliations and expertise
University of Hail, Saudi Arabia