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Application of Ionic Liquids in Biocatalysis and Biotechnology

Ehiaghe Agbovhimen Elimian, Fidelis Odedishemi Ajibade, Temitope Fausat Ajibade, Hailu Demissie, Nathaniel Azubuike Nwogwu, Kayode Hassan Lasisi, Daniel A. Ayetoro, Ehizonomhen Solomon Okonofua

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Abstract

Ionic liquids have emerged as a strategically well-characterized class of compounds that are widely considered to be good substitutes for organic solvents during the biotransformation process. Ionic liquids have proven to be advantageous in terms of selectivity, activity, and shelf life. There are challenges associated with the application of these solvents, e.g. Low purity of the ionic liquids, lack of control of the reaction conditions, and poor products, but isolation limits the practical application. In this chapter, we present the quantitative data on the activity of ionic liquids for enzyme-catalyzed processes taken from the literature. This chapter is an update on the development and application of ionic liquids in biocatalysis and biotechnology. Finally, the activity of pure native and polymerized ionic liquids was compared, and the limitations associated with the application of ionic liquids were discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationHandbook of Ionic Liquids
Subtitle of host publicationFundamentals, Applications and Sustainability
Place of PublicationGermany
PublisherWiley
Chapter23
Pages459-487
Number of pages29
ISBN (Electronic)9783527839520
ISBN (Print)9783527350667
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2023

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ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Chemistry

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