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Lysozyme, a naturally occurring enzyme with antibacterial activity, has gained significant attention for its potential use in a variety of applications. Due to its non-toxic properties, bioavailability and biodegradability, lysozyme has been considered for use in food, packaging, medicine, medical device and cosmetics. In recent decades, researchers have been working towards extending the life-span and bioactivity of lysozyme for use in these applications. The immobilization of lysozyme on solid supports has shown positive results as demonstrated by increased stability and extended half-life of the enzyme, for example. This research focuses on immobilization of lysozyme through adsorption on chitin, a natural biopolymer found in the exoskeleton and appendages of arthropods and the cell wall of lower plants, such as fungi and green algae. Our research objective is to extend the antibacterial activity of lysozyme up to 6 months such that it could be considered for cosmetic applications.