Valorización de derivados de furano a través de transformaciones sostenibles promovidas por lacasas y transaminasas

Abstract

This Thesis primarily focuses on the field of Biocatalysis, which involves the use of enzymes for synthetic processes. Additionally, the compounds targeted hold significant relevance for the biorefinery sector. Over recent years, the application of enzymes as catalysts has been acknowledged as a practical solution to many challenges encountered in chemical synthesis. It enables the design and execution of transformations similar to conventional organic reactions but in a more efficient, selective, and sustainable manner. Simultaneously, there is a growing interest in developing processes that convert biomass compounds into high-value derivatives, mainly driven by environmental concerns related to the impact of fossil-based compounds. This Doctoral Thesis is structured with a general introduction followed by four chapters. In them, the research and optimization of biocatalysts are explored alongside the investigation of biocatalytic pathways to produce furan-based derivatives.