Characterization of Urease from <i>Providencia</i> sp. LBBE and Its Application in Degrading Urea and Ethyl Carbamate in Rice Wine

Enzymatic degradation of the carcinogen ethyl carbamate (EC) and its precursor urea is a promising method for controlling EC levels in alcoholic beverages. However, limited enzymes with EC-hydrolyzing activity and low ethanol or acid tolerance hinder their practical application. Here, a new urease w...

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Main Authors: Han Wang, Dandan Li, Sibao Zhu, Shuxian Guo, Jiahong Ding, Chuanchao Wu, Qingtao Liu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-12-01
Series:Fermentation
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2311-5637/10/12/653