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Editorial for Special Issue "Yeasts Biochemistry and Biotechnology".
María-Isabel González-Siso1, Manuel Becerra1
1Grupo EXPRELA (Regulación de la Expresión Génica y Aplicaciones), CICA-Centro Interdisciplinar de Química e Bioloxía, Facultade de Ciencias, Universidade da Coruña, 15071 A Coruña, Spain.
Microorganisms
|March 28, 2024
Summary
Yeasts are key in biotechnology for producing recombinant proteins and in fermentation. Research focuses on both Saccharomyces and non-conventional yeast strains for bioprocess advancements.
Area of Science:
- Biotechnology and Microbial Engineering
- Industrial Microbiology
Background:
- Yeasts, including Saccharomyces and non-conventional strains, are vital in modern biotechnology.
- Their roles span recombinant protein production and industrial fermentation processes.
Discussion:
- Investigating diverse yeast strains enhances their utility in bioprocesses.
- Understanding yeast physiology is crucial for optimizing biotechnological applications.
Key Insights:
- Saccharomyces and non-conventional yeasts offer significant potential for biomanufacturing.
- Active research is exploring novel applications and strain improvements.
Outlook:
- Future research will likely focus on genetic engineering and synthetic biology approaches.
- Expanding yeast applications in sustainable bioproduction is a key future direction.
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