This study reports the preparation of EnCNC an ancestral endoglucanase from BioGUNE combined with an expansin-related protein produced in Aalto. In particular, the study demonstrated the potential of loosenin PcaLOOL12 to not only enhance the enzymatic saccharification of lignocellulosic substrates, but also the enzymatic preparation of value-added cellulosic materials. The resulting EnCNC can be used to prepare graphene-based conductive inks with competitive performance attributes. Given the high performance of the ink developed in this work, next steps will involve its use in electronic circuits and further comparing the electrical properties in real devices. This approach could be helpful in generating a cheaper and more eco-friendly alternative for electronic devices, hence reducing toxic processes and lowering the metal content.
You can find the article here: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2025.123469
