Browsing Magister Scientiae - MSc (Biotechnology) by Author "Cowan, D.A"
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Characterisation of a lignocellulosic degrading bacillus strain isolated from thermophilic compost
Munaka, Matshaya (University of the Western Cape, 2011)The negative environmental impact of fossil fuels and growing concerns about petroleum supplies has driven the search for alternative, renewable transportation fuels. An 'ideal' fuel replacement would be a biofuel produced ... -
Laccases from actinomycetes for lignocellulose degradation
Mamphogoro, Tshifhiwa Paris (University of the Western Cape, 2012)The purpose of this study shows that lignocellulose has a complex structure composed mainly of lignin, hemicellulose and cellulose. Several enzymes are needed for the degradation of lignocellulose into simple sugars. ...