Biohybrid material for removal of organic contaminants
A Spanish public research organisation has developed a novel hybrid material consisting of an enzyme and a structure of nanowires of iron carbonate. The effect of the combination is an enhancement of the catalytic activity which leads to degradation of organic molecules at short times. The nanostructure shows magnetic properties, which allow simple recovery from the reaction media. Chemical or biochemical companies are being sought to collaborate through a patent license agreement.