Abstract
Lipases (triacylglycerol ester hydrolases, EC 3.1.1.3) are found in most organisms and are known to catalyze the hydrolysis of triglycerides in vivo. [1] [2] They are some of the most studied and used biocatalysts in organic synthesis today. The versatility and popularity of lipases is attributed to their high catalytic efficiency on a broad range of substrates, combined with high regioselectivity and chiral recognition, [2] their high stability in organic solvents and at elevated temperatures, [2] [3] the reversibility of their mode of action into ester synthesis, [2] [4] their non-toxic and environmentally friendly nature, [5] and finally, their low cost.
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