Volume 2, 2024

Multidisciplinary approaches for enzyme biocatalysis in pharmaceuticals: protein engineering, computational biology, and nanoarchitectonics

Abstract

Enzyme biocatalysis is reshaping pharmaceutical synthesis, offering sustainable and efficient pathways for drug discovery and production. This paradigm shift towards eco-friendly methodologies addresses concerns inherent in traditional chemical synthesis. Enzymes, celebrated for their precision and adaptability to mild conditions, are poised as ideal candidates for pharmaceutical applications. Their versatility facilitates the synthesis of diverse pharmaceutical compounds, ensuring precise drug design and minimizing environmental impact. The integration of multidisciplinary approaches, including protein engineering, computational biology, and nanoarchitectonics, holds the potential to propel enzyme biocatalysis even further. Protein engineering utilizes directed evolution and rational design to customize enzymes, enhancing their stability and efficacy. Computational biology aids in deciphering enzymatic mechanisms, while nanoarchitectonics introduces innovative enzyme integration strategies into continuous flow systems. This comprehensive review explores how these multidisciplinary approaches can revolutionize pharmaceutical research and production. The synergy among these disciplines promises to expedite pharmaceutical processes, promote sustainability, optimize efficiency, and elevate precision—aligning perfectly with the evolving requirements of the pharmaceutical industry.

Graphical abstract: Multidisciplinary approaches for enzyme biocatalysis in pharmaceuticals: protein engineering, computational biology, and nanoarchitectonics

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
02 okt 2023
Accepted
27 okt 2023
First published
28 okt 2023
This article is Open Access
Creative Commons BY-NC license

EES. Catal., 2024,2, 14-48

Multidisciplinary approaches for enzyme biocatalysis in pharmaceuticals: protein engineering, computational biology, and nanoarchitectonics

S. Kim, S. Ga, H. Bae, R. Sluyter, K. Konstantinov, L. K. Shrestha, Y. H. Kim, J. H. Kim and K. Ariga, EES. Catal., 2024, 2, 14 DOI: 10.1039/D3EY00239J

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