Leading experts in enzyme manipulation describe their techniques for the screening, evolution, production, immobilization, and application of enzymes. These readily reproducible methods can be used to improve enzyme function by directed evolution, to covalently immobilize enzymes, to microencapsulate enzymes and cells, and to manufacture enzymes for human health and environmental protection. Two overview chapters consider microorganisms as a source of metabolic diversity and look at enzyme biosensors. The protocols that follow offer step-by-step laboratory instructions. Readership for the book includes biotechnologists, microbiologists, food scientists, and molecular biologists. Barredo is a researcher in Spain's private sector. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)