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  • Biotechnology and Industrial Microbiology
  • Sustainable Chemistry

Background:

  • The chemical industry faces pressure for greener, sustainable processes.
  • Reliance on fossil resources is a major environmental concern.
  • Microbial processes offer a pathway to eco-friendly chemical production.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the unique properties of biocatalysts.
  • To explore their role in metabolic pathways.
  • To highlight their application in biotechnological tools.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of biocatalyst properties.
  • Analysis of metabolic pathways involving biocatalysis.
  • Survey of current biotechnological applications.

Main Results:

  • Biocatalysts exhibit unique properties beneficial for green chemistry.
  • They are integral to various metabolic pathways.
  • They enhance efficiency and sustainability in biotechnological processes.

Conclusions:

  • Biocatalysts are nature's solution for sustainable industrial processes.
  • Their application reduces hazardous substance generation.
  • They are key to transitioning away from fossil fuel dependence.