Enzymes in action

Melvin Berger

Abstract: An informative book for young people prepared by a science writer traces the history of enzyme research, from the earliest discoveries to recent advances in synthetic enzymes. The text explains the function of enzymes in nature and in industry, emphasizing their applications in everyday life. Topics include the role of enzymes in digestion; enzyme production; enzymes associated with foods (cheese, bread, meat) and alcoholic products (beer, whiskey, wine); enzyme drugs; enzymes in disease states; and the functioning of enzymes and their occurance in nature. A brief bibliography of related publications is appended. (wz).