Aspects for the future of biotransformations

Area of Science:

• Biotechnology and Chemical Synthesis

Background:

• Biotransformations are increasingly vital for chemical synthesis and natural product modification.
• These processes involve enzymatic or cellular modifications of compounds, including enlargement, degradation, or specific alterations.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the significance and potential of biotransformations in various applications.
• To discuss the current limitations and future scope of biocatalysis in industry.

Main Methods:

• Utilizing mammalian, plant, or microbial cells as biocatalysts.
• Employing cell-free enzymes for specific chemical conversions.
• Leveraging existing microbial and enzymatic reactions for industrial processes.

Main Results:

• Biotransformations enable diverse modifications of synthetic and natural compounds.
• Current industrial biocatalysis predominantly relies on cost-effective microorganisms and enzymes.
• Numerous microbial and enzymatic reactions have been successfully implemented in industrial settings.

Conclusions:

• Biotransformations represent a powerful and versatile tool with extensive practical applications.
• The field holds significant untapped potential for future innovation and development in chemical synthesis and beyond.
• Further exploration of biocatalysts can unlock novel possibilities for sustainable and efficient chemical processes.