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Book Innovations in Chemical Biology

Download or read book Innovations in Chemical Biology written by Bilge Sener and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2008-11-23 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book includes 49 chapters presented as plenary , invited lectures and posters at the conference. Six plenary lectures have published in an issue of Pure and Applied Chemistry, Vol. 79, No. 12, 2007; the titles of these presentations are given as an Annex at the end of the book. I thank all contrib utors for the preparation of their presentations. It is sad to report that Professor Hitoshi Ohtaki, one of the founders of the Eurasia conferences and contributors passed away on November 5, 2006. Professor Ohtaki enthusiastically promoted international cooperation and took it upon himself to p- licize Japanese science to the wider world. His contribution in this book will serve as a memorable contribution to that goal. He will be missed by all of us. This book is dedicated to his memory. Professor Dr . Bilge S ̧ ener Editor Memorial Tribute to Professor Dr. Hitoshi Ohtaki Curriculum Vitae of Hitoshi Ohtaki Date of Birth September 16, 1932 Place of Birth T ok yo, Japan Date of Decease November 5, 2006 (at the age of 74) Addr ess 3-9-406 Namiki-2-chome, Kanazawa-ku, Yokohama, Japan Institution Chair Professor of The Research Organization of Science and Engineering, Ritsumeikan University Guest Professor of Yokohama City University Education Bachelor of Science, Nagoya University, 1955 Master of Science, Nagoya University, 1957 Doctor of Science, Nagoya University, 1961 ix x Memorial Tribute to Professor Dr.

Book Mass Spectrometry in Chemical Biology

Download or read book Mass Spectrometry in Chemical Biology written by Norberto Peporine Lopes and published by Royal Society of Chemistry. This book was released on 2017-11-16 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mass spectrometry is one of the most widespread technologies in chemistry and has been increasingly used in biology with the rise of omics sciences. This book summarizes some important methodological approaches in mass spectrometry and applications in the field of chemical biology. The core chapters build on basic concepts introduced in the opening chapter and explore established fields such as high throughput screening, proteomics and metabolomics. Emerging applications of mass spectrometry in elucidating biosynthetic pathways, enzyme mechanisms and protein-protein interactions are then presented. Connections between these diverse research fields are highlighted throughout. The book concludes with a discussion of databases and future perspectives. This book will be a useful tool to early chemical biology researchers wishing to incorporate mass spectrometry as a tool in their research.

Book Biotechnological Innovations in Chemical Synthesis

Download or read book Biotechnological Innovations in Chemical Synthesis written by University of Greenwich and published by Butterworth-Heinemann. This book was released on 1997 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A self-study textbook for technicians seeking further education, graduates extending their knowledge base, experienced workers facing changes in jobs, managers unfamiliar with the new technology, and people returning after a career break. Explores some ways biotechnology can provide new routes for producing traditional organic chemical products and enable new products to replace those with environmental or other drawbacks. The aspects discussed include a biocatalyst in organic synthesis, the efficiency of growth and product formation, the production and diversification of antibiotics, and the industrial production of amino acids by fermentation and chemo-enzymatic methods.

Book Advances in Chemical Biology     An Approach In Future Perspectives Volume     3

Download or read book Advances in Chemical Biology An Approach In Future Perspectives Volume 3 written by Dr. Nandeshwarappa B. P. M. Sc., Ph.D. and published by Shineeks Publishers. This book was released on 2023-06-21 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Advances in Chemical Biology – Volume 3 The current book summary envisages the basic aspects of chemistry and biology thoughts, with the allied area of multidiscipline which comprises applications of chemical and biological disciplines and these are significant literatureto innovative minds to enrich their knowledge by research topics as anilluminative element to focus it in their research studies in the field of sciences. The book highlights research objectives on synthetic chemistry, newer approach of synthesis process and their various applications in in vitro and in vivo level as per the pharmaceutical industry requirements for commercialize the product to cure the various diseases and ailments for science and society. Recent innovations are highly applied and as per the demand of pharma sector and these are new perspectives to troubleshoot the newer problems with the help of molecular approach and bioinformatics applications.Understanding by the assimilation of basic to applied core research concepts in chemistry and their allied branches brings many applications, using novel methodologies, classic principles, defined protocols, emerging technologies by knowing similar issues and their impact in current-day problems in the science field. Hence, it’s multidisciplinary research to emphasize novel synthetic molecules which exhibit to safer, cheaper, and ecological drug for futuremedicine. The applications aimed on humans and animals as an important therapeutic drug for pharma industry. It is highly comprehensive book volume summarising various features of An Approach to Future Perspectives for academic research and industrial research in advanced level for all the learners in the area of chemistry and biology. It would be the best literature for the researchers and it can be a key reference book for the findings of new research problems to work for new drug discovery. This book has been peer-reviewed and free from plagiarism; hence it is highly useful for science and technology. It’s our great pleasure to wish all the readers, researchers, and industrialists to utilize it to accomplish new milestones as an innovation and novel discovery for future perspectives.

Book Advances in Chemical Biology  An Insight to New Applications and Developments Volume     1

Download or read book Advances in Chemical Biology An Insight to New Applications and Developments Volume 1 written by Dr. Sharangouda J. Patil, and published by Shineeks Publishers. This book was released on 2023-06-21 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Advancesin chemical and biological sciences are together contributing as organic molecules by the natural or synthetic sources with the research insight of scientific touch to make it as innovative ideas, process, protocols, products, and technologies for industrial applications. These conceptualapplications are useful to determine the next generation organic molecules againstcardiovascular, degenerative, infectious, neurological diseases with the valid dataneeded to prove its technical efficiency by the comparing standard drugs. Emerging any drugs from the origin of organic drugs are having more importance in the industries due to their efficacyand target to regulate or recover the health issues, these novel drugs may be inthe form of enzymes, metabolites, proteins, hormones or call it as biologicallyderived organic molecules. Most of the organic molecule findings are used toanalyze their hypotheses, mechanism of action, experimental design and theirbiological properties to derive functional aspects. To know these molecules structuralconfiguration various techniques and technology used and it is essential to becharacterizing the molecule by the chromatography, spectroscopy, etc., to confirmand further biological studies to know the properties. In this context this editedcomprehensive book brings the current innovation in the organic molecules withthe updates of various biological applications and covering the area of agriculture,biotechnology, microbiology, neutraceutics, nanotechnology, pharmacology, synthetic medicinal chemistry etc., based applicative research data to reviewed extensivelyin narrative loom. Highlights of the chapters are novel experimental protocol, methodology, techniques, study concepts, used advanced tools and statistical analysisfor the use of organic molecules to know their biological properties. The book possessing 9 chapters covering chemistry and biological investigations on theorganic molecules with the updated innovative findings, principles of the molecules,molecular targets, also interactions with cell lines, microorganisms and animalmodels which persuade remedial measures as preclinical and clinical studies. Book also focused on types of synthesis, advanced extractions, use of analyticaltools, purification schemes, characterization methods and data analytics.It is a designed as comprehensive reference book for all the grade &level of researchersto use it as experimental handbook or manual to work on the similar areas, it isalso useful for the creative scholars to obtain research experience and enhancethe skills by updating themselves as need of hour, also know the timely outbreaksto combat by such organic molecules as emerging drugs to be in a bio-innovationforum.

Book Advances in Chemical Biology     An Overview of Research Milestones and Applications  Volume     II  Book

Download or read book Advances in Chemical Biology An Overview of Research Milestones and Applications Volume II Book written by Dr. Sadashiv S. O. and published by Shineeks Publishers. This book was released on 2023-10-20 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The current book emphasizes on basic knowledge of chemistry and biology concepts, covering multidisciplinary applications which comprises functional aspects of chemical and biological disciplines and they are resource material for young innovative minds to enhance their knowledge and research thoughts as a creative element to apply it in their research in the field of chemical biology. The main motto of this book highlights on research objectives, new developments of synthesis, a wide range of applications, and as per the industrial requirements for a useful product to launch or discover for science and society. Various innovations are the major source and new perspectives to troubleshoot the newer problems with the help of allied science applications by understanding the basic concepts, theories, protocols, needful technologies, and applied products, by knowing similar problems and their impact in current-day problems in the science field. Hence, it’s interdisciplinary research to develop highly significant pharmacology products in the areas of life science to make sure safer, cheaper, and ecological as a novel future drug/medicine. The applications aimed mainly to health of humans, health of agro-horticulture, health of environment and animalsas well as wealth of entrepreneurs. This comprehensive edited volume summarises the features of An Approach to Future Perspectives for academic, research and industrial purposes as an advanced reference material for all the learners in the area of chemistry and biology.

Book Chemical Sensors and Biosensors

Download or read book Chemical Sensors and Biosensors written by Florinel-Gabriel Banica and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-08-15 with total page 795 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Key features include: Self-assessment questions and exercises Chapters start with essential principles, then go on to address more advanced topics More than 1300 references to direct the reader to key literature and further reading Highly illustrated with 450 figures, including chemical structures and reactions, functioning principles, constructive details and response characteristics Chemical sensors are self-contained analytical devices that provide real-time information on chemical composition. A chemical sensor integrates two distinct functions: recognition and transduction. Such devices are widely used for a variety of applications, including clinical analysis, environment monitoring and monitoring of industrial processes. This text provides an up-to-date survey of chemical sensor science and technology, with a good balance between classical aspects and contemporary trends. Topics covered include: Structure and properties of recognition materials and reagents, including synthetic, biological and biomimetic materials, microorganisms and whole-cells Physicochemical basis of various transduction methods (electrical, thermal, electrochemical, optical, mechanical and acoustic wave-based) Auxiliary materials used e.g. synthetic and natural polymers, inorganic materials, semiconductors, carbon and metallic materials properties and applications of advanced materials (particularly nanomaterials) in the production of chemical sensors and biosensors Advanced manufacturing methods Sensors obtained by combining particular transduction and recognition methods Mathematical modeling of chemical sensor processes Suitable as a textbook for graduate and final year undergraduate students, and also for researchers in chemistry, biology, physics, physiology, pharmacology and electronic engineering, this bookis valuable to anyone interested in the field of chemical sensors and biosensors.

Book Industrialization of Biology

    Book Details:
  • Author : National Research Council
  • Publisher : National Academies Press
  • Release : 2015-06-29
  • ISBN : 0309316553
  • Pages : 158 pages

Download or read book Industrialization of Biology written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2015-06-29 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The tremendous progress in biology over the last half century - from Watson and Crick's elucidation of the structure of DNA to today's astonishing, rapid progress in the field of synthetic biology - has positioned us for significant innovation in chemical production. New bio-based chemicals, improved public health through improved drugs and diagnostics, and biofuels that reduce our dependency on oil are all results of research and innovation in the biological sciences. In the past decade, we have witnessed major advances made possible by biotechnology in areas such as rapid, low-cost DNA sequencing, metabolic engineering, and high-throughput screening. The manufacturing of chemicals using biological synthesis and engineering could expand even faster. A proactive strategy - implemented through the development of a technical roadmap similar to those that enabled sustained growth in the semiconductor industry and our explorations of space - is needed if we are to realize the widespread benefits of accelerating the industrialization of biology. Industrialization of Biology presents such a roadmap to achieve key technical milestones for chemical manufacturing through biological routes. This report examines the technical, economic, and societal factors that limit the adoption of bioprocessing in the chemical industry today and which, if surmounted, would markedly accelerate the advanced manufacturing of chemicals via industrial biotechnology. Working at the interface of synthetic chemistry, metabolic engineering, molecular biology, and synthetic biology, Industrialization of Biology identifies key technical goals for next-generation chemical manufacturing, then identifies the gaps in knowledge, tools, techniques, and systems required to meet those goals, and targets and timelines for achieving them. This report also considers the skills necessary to accomplish the roadmap goals, and what training opportunities are required to produce the cadre of skilled scientists and engineers needed.

Book Technological Innovations in Sensing and Detection of Chemical  Biological  Radiological  Nuclear Threats and Ecological Terrorism

Download or read book Technological Innovations in Sensing and Detection of Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Threats and Ecological Terrorism written by Ashok Vaseashta and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-01-03 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book arises from the NATO Advanced Study Institute “Technological Innovations in Detection and Sensing of CBRN Agents and Ecological Terrorism” held in Chisinau, Republic of Moldova in June 2010. It comprises a variety of invited contributions by highly experienced educators, scientists, and industrialists, and is structured to cover important aspects of the field that include developments in chemical-biological, and radiation sensing, synthesis and processing of sensors, and applications of sensors in detecting/monitoring contaminants introduced/dispersed inadvertently or intentionally in air, water, and food supplies. The book emphasizes nanomaterials and nanotechnology based sensing and also includes a section on sensing and detection technologies that can be applied to information security. Finally, it examines regional, national, and international policies and ethics related to nanomaterials and sensing. It will be of considerable interest and value to those already pursuing or considering careers in the field of nanostructured materials and nanotechnology based sensing, In general, it serves as a valuable source of information for those interested in how nanomaterials and nanotechnologies are advancing the field of sensing, detection, and remediation, policy makers, and commanders in the field.

Book Advanced Chemical Biology

    Book Details:
  • Author : Howard C. Hang
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2023-04-03
  • ISBN : 352734733X
  • Pages : 806 pages

Download or read book Advanced Chemical Biology written by Howard C. Hang and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2023-04-03 with total page 806 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Advanced Chemical Biology The modern approach to teaching chemical biology Advanced Chemical Biology is organized around the central dogma of life, progressing from genes to proteins and higher-order cellular structures, including core application areas such as imaging, chemical genetics, activity-based protein profiling, and natural product discovery and biosynthesis. Advanced topics and applications in, e. g., microbiology, developmental biology, and neurobiology, are covered in separate sections. Every chapter is homogeneous in style and layout, consisting of a short historical introduction followed by a description of the underlying concepts and a selection of recent examples of how the concept has been turned into practice. The subdivision of the contents into core and supplemental chapters enables a flexible use in teaching, both for a one-semester and a two-semester course. Written by authors and editors coming from the leading scientific institutions that have developed the concepts and technologies for this discipline, Advanced Chemical Biology includes specific information on topics like: DNA function, synthesis and engineering, chemical approaches to genome integrity, and RNA function, synthesis, and probing Chemical approaches to transcription and RNA regulation in vivo, chemical biology of genome engineering, and peptide/protein synthesis and engineering Directed evolution for chemical biology, chemical biology of cellular metabolism, chemical biology of lipids, and protein post-translational modifications Chemical glycobiology, chemical and enzymatic modification of proteins, genetic code expansion, bio-orthogonal chemistry, and cellular imaging With its broad scope and focus on turning concepts into applications, Advanced Chemical Biology is an excellent starting point for anyone entering the field and looking for a guide to the wide range of available methods and strategies that chemical biology has to offer. With a Foreword by Nobel Laureate Carolyn Bertozzi.

Book Chemical Biology of the Genome

Download or read book Chemical Biology of the Genome written by Siddhartha Roy and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2021-05-14 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chemical Biology of the Genome provides a comprehensive overview of essential concepts and principles of genomic and epigenomics dynamics as explored through the lens of chemical biology. Key examples and case studies illustrate chemical biology methods for study and analysis of the genome and epigenome, with an emphasis on relevance to physiological and pathophysiological processes and drug discovery. Authors and international leaders in biochemical studies of the genome, Drs. Siddhartha Roy and Tapas Kundu, adopt an integrated, interdisciplinary approach throughout, demonstrating how fast evolving chemical and mass-scale sequencing tools are increasingly used to interpret biochemical processes of the genome. Later sections discuss chemical modifications of the genome, DNA sequence recognition by proteins and gene regulation, GWAS and EpiGWAS studies, 3D architecture of the genome, and functional genome architecture. In-depth, discovery focused chapters examine intervention in gene networks using SiRNA/ShRNA, miRNA, and anti-miR, small molecule modulation of iPS, drug resistance pathways altered DNA methylation as drug targets, anti-miR as therapeutics, and nanodelivery of drugs. - Offers an interdisciplinary discussion of the chemical biology of the genome and epigenome, employing illustrative case studies in both physiological and pathophysiological contexts - Supports researchers in employing chemical and mass-scale sequencing approaches to interpret genomic and epigenomic dynamics - Highlights innovative pathways and molecular targets for new disease study and drug discovery

Book When Chemistry Meets Biology     Generating Innovative Concepts  Methods and Tools for Scientific Discovery in the Plant Sciences

Download or read book When Chemistry Meets Biology Generating Innovative Concepts Methods and Tools for Scientific Discovery in the Plant Sciences written by Erich Kombrink and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2016-08-12 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biologically active small molecules have increasingly been applied in plant biology to dissect and understand biological systems. This is evident from the frequent use of potent and selective inhibitors of enzymes or other biological processes such as transcription, translation, or protein degradation. In contrast to animal systems, which are nurtured from drug research, the systematic development of novel bioactive small molecules as research tools for plant systems is a largely underexplored research area. This is surprising since bioactive small molecules bear great potential for generating new, powerful tools for dissecting diverse biological processes. In particular, when small molecules are integrated into genetic strategies (thereby defining “chemical genetics”), they may help to circumvent inherent problems of classical (forward) genetics. There are now clear examples of important, fundamental discoveries originating from plant chemical genetics that demonstrate the power, but not yet fully exploited potential, of this experimental approach. These include the unraveling of molecular mechanisms and critical steps in hormone signaling, activation of defense reactions and dynamic intracellular processes. The intention of this Research Topic of Frontiers in Plant Physiology is to summarize the current status of research at the interface between chemistry and biology and to identify future research challenges. The research topic covers diverse aspects of plant chemical biology, including the identification of bioactive small molecules through screening processes from chemical libraries and natural sources, which rely on robust and quantitative high-throughput bioassays, the critical evaluation and characterization of the compound’s activity (selectivity) and, ultimately, the identification of its protein target(s) and mode-of-action, which is yet the biggest challenge of all. Such well-characterized, selective chemicals are attractive tools for basic research, allowing the functional dissection of plant signaling processes, or for applied purposes, if designed for protection of crop plants from disease. New methods and data mining tools for assessing the bioactivity profile of compounds, exploring the chemical space for structure–function relationships, and comprehensive chemical fingerprinting (metabolomics) are also important strategies in plant chemical biology. In addition, there is a continuing need for diverse target-specific bioprobes that help profiling enzymatic activities or selectively label protein complexes or cellular compartments. To achieve these goals and to add suitable probes and methods to the experimental toolbox, plant biologists need to closely cooperate with synthetic chemists. The development of such tailored chemicals that beyond application in basic research can modify traits of crop plants or target specific classes of weeds or pests by collaboration of applied and academic research groups may provide a bright future for plant chemical biology. The current Research Topic covers the breadth of the field by presenting original research articles, methods papers, reviews, perspectives and opinions.

Book Handbook of Research on Medicinal Chemistry

Download or read book Handbook of Research on Medicinal Chemistry written by Debarshi Kar Mahapatra and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2017-11-20 with total page 648 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This valuable new book, Handbook of Research on Medicinal Chemistry: Innovations and Methodologies, presents some of the latest advancements in the various fields of combinatorial chemistry, drug discovery, biochemical aspects, pharmacology of medicinal agents, current practical problems, and nutraceuticals. The editors keep the drug molecule as the central component of the volume and aim to explain the associated features essential to exhibiting pharmacological activity. With a unique combination of chapters in biology, clinical aspects, biochemistry, synthetic chemistry, medicine and technology, the volume provides broad exposure to the essential aspect of pharmaceuticals. The volume many important aspects of medicinal chemistry, including techniques in drug discovery pharmacological aspects of natural products chemical mediators: druggable targets advances in medicinal chemistry The field of medicinal chemistry is growing at an unprecedented pace, and this volume takes an interdisciplinary approach, covering a range of new research and new practices in the field. The volume takes into account the latest therapeutic guidelines put forward by the World Health Organization and the U.S Food and Drug Administration.. Topics include: drug design drug discovery natural products and supplements and nutraceuticals pharmaceutical approaches to sexual dysfunction drug resistance parasites new natural compounds and identification of new targets stereochemistry aspects in medicinal chemistry common drug interactions in daily practices Handbook of Research on Medicinal Chemistry: Innovations and Methodologies will be a valuable addition to the bookshelves of pharmaceutical scientists and faculty as well as for industry professionals.

Book Chemical biology

Download or read book Chemical biology written by Mun Fei Yam and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 637 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Opportunities in Biology

    Book Details:
  • Author : National Research Council
  • Publisher : National Academies
  • Release : 1989-01-01
  • ISBN : 0309039274
  • Pages : 471 pages

Download or read book Opportunities in Biology written by National Research Council and published by National Academies. This book was released on 1989-01-01 with total page 471 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biology has entered an era in which interdisciplinary cooperation is at an all-time high, practical applications follow basic discoveries more quickly than ever before, and new technologiesâ€"recombinant DNA, scanning tunneling microscopes, and moreâ€"are revolutionizing the way science is conducted. The potential for scientific breakthroughs with significant implications for society has never been greater. Opportunities in Biology reports on the state of the new biology, taking a detailed look at the disciplines of biology; examining the advances made in medicine, agriculture, and other fields; and pointing out promising research opportunities. Authored by an expert panel representing a variety of viewpoints, this volume also offers recommendations on how to meet the infrastructure needsâ€"for funding, effective information systems, and other supportâ€"of future biology research. Exploring what has been accomplished and what is on the horizon, Opportunities in Biology is an indispensable resource for students, teachers, and researchers in all subdisciplines of biology as well as for research administrators and those in funding agencies.

Book Novel Chemical Tools to Study Ion Channel Biology

Download or read book Novel Chemical Tools to Study Ion Channel Biology written by Christopher Ahern and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-09-17 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume describes chemical approaches to assess ion channel structure, function and pharmacology. Topics discussed include the use of engineered ionizable side chains to obtain information on permeation pathways and the local environment; the modification of engineered cysteine side chains, including cysteine scanning mutagenesis and the attachment of fluorescent probes and bio-reactive tethers; and the nascent use of genetic code expansion, evaluating its applications to ion channel and membrane proteins. This comprehensive text provides multifaceted perspectives on the great diversity of state-of-the-art methods which take advantage of the ever-expanding chemical toolbox to study ion channel biology. Capturing the contributions and innovations of renowned laboratory researchers in transmembrane protein study for the first time, this book is comprehensive in scope. It covers a wide array of experimental approaches: photochemistry, novel biological tools, and innovative spectroscopy, all combined with traditional techniques of electrophysiology and molecular biology. Novel Chemical Tools to Study Ion Channel Biology, part of the bestselling Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology series is ideal for researchers and advanced students interested in biochemistry, biophysics, fluorometry, electrophysiology, and chemical biology. .​

Book Modern Biocatalysis

    Book Details:
  • Author : Gavin Williams
  • Publisher : Royal Society of Chemistry
  • Release : 2018-05-31
  • ISBN : 1788014537
  • Pages : 594 pages

Download or read book Modern Biocatalysis written by Gavin Williams and published by Royal Society of Chemistry. This book was released on 2018-05-31 with total page 594 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The synergy between synthetic biology and biocatalysis is emerging as an important trend for future sustainable processes. This book reviews all modern and novel techniques successfully implemented in biocatalysis, in an effort to provide better performing enzymatic systems and novel biosynthetic routes to (non-)natural products. This includes the use of molecular techniques in protein design and engineering, construction of artificial metabolic pathways, and application of computational methods for enzyme discovery and design. Stress is placed on current ‘hot’ topics in biocatalysis, where recent advances in research are defining new grounds in enzyme-catalyzed processes. With contributions from leading academics around the world, this book makes a ground-breaking contribution to this progressive field and is essential reading for graduates and researchers investigating (bio)catalysis, enzyme engineering, chemical biology, and synthetic biology.