It is still problematic to use enzyme activities as indicators of soil functions because:(1)
enzyme assays determine potential and not real enzyme activities;(2) the meaning of …

The number of studies on priming effects (PE) in soil has strongly increased during the last
years. The information regarding real versus apparent PE as well as their mechanisms …

Enzyme activity as a method for soil biochemistry and microbiology research has a long
history of more than 100 years that is not widely acknowledged in terms of adherence to …

Microbes in soils and other environments produce extracellular enzymes to depolymerize
and hydrolyze organic macromolecules so that they can be assimilated for energy and …

Soil phosphatases, particularly acid and alkaline phosphomonoesterases, have been
extensively studied [see reviews by Ramirez-Martinez (Folia Microbiol 13: 161–174, 1968); …

A fluorimetric microplate enzyme assay has been developed to study enzyme diversity in
soil as an approach to understanding functional diversity. The microplate assay allows a …

A simple and sensitive method was developed to detect and quantify N-acetyl-β-D-
glucosaminidase (EC 3.2. 1.30) activity in soil. This enzyme is also listed as β …

Bauxite residue discharged to disposal areas, which could generate environmental pollution
issues. Long-term natural restoration may improve the physicochemical properties of the …

Unique peatland properties, such as their ability to preserve intact ancient human remains
(bog bodies) and to store globally significant quantities of atmospheric CO2, can be …

Exploring the role of enzymes in biogeochemical processes, this reference explores the
function, molecular biology, and biochemistry of microorganisms and their intra-and extra …