| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6531216 | Journal of Molecular Catalysis B: Enzymatic | 2014 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
- Tyrosinase was purified from different species of Dioscorea (yam) tubers to homogeneity.
- The purified enzymes had both monophenolase and diphenolase activities.
- The enzymes were stable and activated by up to 40% ether.
- There was an increase in first order rate constant (kcat/km) in ether.
- Preliminary studies indicate that the enzymes could be useful in organic synthesis.
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Authors
Olutosin Samuel Ilesanmi, Yetunde Adedolapo Ojopagogo, Isaac Olusanjo Adewale,