High-yield synthesis of 2-O-α-d-glucosyl-d-glycerate by a bifunctional glycoside phosphorylase Ghent University
Osmolytes are produced by various microorganisms as a defense mechanism to protect cells and macromolecules from damage caused by external stresses in harsh environments. Due to their useful stabilizing properties, these molecules are applied as active ingredients in a wide range of cosmetics and healthcare products. The metabolic pathways and biocatalytic syntheses of glycosidic osmolytes such as 2-O-alpha-D-glucosyl-D-glycerate often involve ...