Reaction mechanisms of the SGL clan enzymes (IMAGE)

Tokyo University of Science

Reaction mechanisms of the SGL clan enzymes

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Overview of three distinct reaction mechanisms used by SGL-clan enzymes to act on β-1,2-glucans. Catalytic residues (including candidates) and a nucleophile are highlighted in red letters to show mechanistic diversity across enzyme families. 

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Associate Professor Masahiro Nakajima from Tokyo University of Science, Japan

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