Spectroscopic studies of biomolecular stability and activity in ionic liquids

IEC 58

Gary A. Baker1, Sheila N. Baker2, Ryan E. Da Re2, and T. Mark McCleskey2. (1) Bioscience Division, Michelson Resource, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, NM 87545, (2) Chemistry Division, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, NM 87545
Key issues relevant to the exploitation of biocatalysis within ionic liquids will be discussed. We will also present recent findings from our group and highlight important hurdles to the broader implementation of ionic liquids in this area.