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  • Biotechnology and Synthetic Biology
  • Microbial Physiology
  • Industrial Biotechnology

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  • Metabolic engineering, a field over 30 years old, genetically modifies microbial metabolism.
  • It enables industrial-scale production of valuable molecules across diverse sectors.
  • Key industries impacted include chemical, agricultural, food, pharmaceutical, and energy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the systematic process of metabolic engineering campaigns.
  • To highlight significant applications and case studies.
  • To discuss future perspectives and challenges in the field.

Main Methods:

  • Description of the iterative 'design, build, test, learn' cycle.
  • Analysis of case studies demonstrating metabolic engineering applications.
  • Review of literature on advancements and future trends.

Main Results:

  • Successful industrial production of chemicals, fuels, and other molecules.
  • Expansion of substrate utilization in microbial hosts.
  • Improved host robustness for industrial processes.

Conclusions:

  • Metabolic engineering is a powerful tool for sustainable production.
  • Continued innovation is needed to address future challenges.
  • The field holds significant promise for various industries.