Multi-pronged design enhances thermostability of zearalenone hydrolase ZenR for enzymatic detoxification of maize flour

Key Points

• Enhanced thermostability allows zearalenone hydrolase to remain effective at higher temperatures, improving detoxification efficiency.
• Key evidence shows that modified zearalenone hydrolase maintains activity at temperatures exceeding 50°C, crucial for processing maize flour.
• Assessment of enzyme performance reveals that the multi-pronged design significantly boosts both stability and activity over standard methods.
• These findings may enable safer maize flour processing and reduce risks of zearalenone contamination, benefiting food safety.