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Novel keratinase from Bacillus subtilis S14 exhibiting remarkable dehairing capabilities

Applied and Environmental Microbiology (2005) 71(1) 594-596
DOI: 10.1128/AEM.71.1.594-596.2005
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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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Macedo, A. J., Beys Da Silva, W. O., Gava, R., Driemeier, D., Pêgas Henriques, J. A., & Termignoni, C. (2005). Novel keratinase from Bacillus subtilis S14 exhibiting remarkable dehairing capabilities. Applied and Environmental Microbiology, 71(1), 594–596. https://doi.org/10.1128/AEM.71.1.594-596.2005

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