Biocatalysis & Biotransformation Congress

UF Researchers Harness Generative AI to Revolutionize Enzyme Engineering and Biotechnology

UF researchers leverage generative AI to design advanced enzymes, accelerating breakthroughs in biotechnology. Their work enhances efficiency in medicine, industry, and sustainability.Readmore

Uncovering the hidden cost of water splitting

The research highlights inefficiencies in water electrolysis for green hydrogen production and presents a new catalyst that enhances efficiency, reduces costs, and paves the way for more sustainable energy solutions.Readmore

BU Researchers Pioneering Green Hydrogen Production through OcenGen Startup

BU researchers are advancing green hydrogen production through OcenGen developing innovative electrolysis technologies to harness renewable energy for sustainable hydrogen generation.Readmore

Chemistry researchers are part of CABBI team working to revolutionize plant bioengineering

Chemistry researchers at CABBI use synthetic biology to reprogram plant metabolism for sustainable biofuels and bioproducts. They harness biocatalysis and biotransformation to unlock and optimize plant-based chemical pathways.Readmore

Revolutionising Agriculture with Metal-Organic Frameworks

Metal-Organic Frameworks revolutionize agriculture through smart delivery of nutrients and pesticides, boosting efficiency and sustainability. Their porous, customizable structures enable precise and controlled agrochemical release.Readmore

Creating tiny biomedical factories from common bacteria

Engineered bacteria act as tiny biomedical factories, producing nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery and vaccines.They offer promising treatments for conditions like Inflammatory Bowel Disease with high precision.Readmore

Transforming the future of sustainable medicine production

Innovate UK is investing £14M in 29 projects to boost sustainability in medicines manufacturing. The goal is to transform production with greener, more efficient technologies.Readmore

MSU professor selected to co-chair National Academies committee on biotechnology

An MSU professor has been selected to co-chair a National Academies committee on biotechnology, focusing on advancing research and policy in the field.Readmore

Engineering Life's Future with Synthetic Biology

Engineering Life's Future with Synthetic Biology explores how redesigning biological systems is revolutionizing biotechnology. From sustainable production to advanced therapeutics, it is shaping the future.Readmore

Bontia Bio secures NZD $1.25m for natural pest solutions

Bontia Bio raises NZD $1.25M to advance natural pest control solutions. The funding will support eco-friendly alternatives for sustainable agriculture.Readmore

Epoch Biodesign Secures £18.3M to Advance Room Temperature Plastic Breakdown with Enzyme Tech

Epoch Biodesign raises £18.3M to commercialize its enzyme technology, enabling plastic breakdown at room temperature. This innovation aims to revolutionize plastic waste management.Readmore

Iron Oxides Act as Natural Catalysts to Unlock Phosphorus to Fuel Plant Growth

Iron oxides naturally unlock phosphorus in soil boosting plant growth and supporting sustainable agriculture.Readmore

A&S Chemist Develops Ultrasensitive Molecular Force Sensors

A&S chemists created ultrasensitive molecular force sensors to detect tiny mechanical stresses. These sensors enhance material safety and advance mechanobiology research.Readmore

Green Chemistry Breakthrough: Extracting Valuable Compounds from Plant Waste

A new green chemistry method extracts valuable compounds from plant waste, minimizing environmental impact. This sustainable innovation enhances eco-friendly resource utilization.Readmore

Revolutionary Carbon-Negative Material Promises a Greener Future for Concrete and Cement

A groundbreaking carbon-negative material could significantly reduce the environmental impact of concrete and cement. This innovation offers a sustainable solution for the construction industry.Readmore

New Discoveries in Enzyme Power Could Revolutionize Biochemistry

Stanford researchers uncover how enzymes accelerate biochemical reactions, revealing insights that could transform drug discovery and biochemistry. Their findings offer new potential for scientific advancements.Readmore

Rice Scientists Develop Tiny Water-Based Reactors for Sustainable Chemistry

Rice scientists develop tiny, water-based reactors for solvent-free chemical reactions, promoting greener industrial processes. This innovation advances sustainability in pharmaceuticals and materials science.Readmore

AI Takes the Lead in the Search for Next-Generation Enzymes

AI-driven research is transforming enzyme discovery by analyzing vast biological data. A new platform helps design, build, and test advanced enzymes for enhanced efficiency.Readmore

Revolutionizing Enzyme Design: Harnessing Generative AI for Breakthrough Innovations

This research project harnesses generative AI to design advanced enzymes for medicine, industry, and sustainability. AI-driven modeling accelerates enzyme discovery and optimization.Readmore

Drawing inspiration from ancient chemical reactions

MIT chemist Dan Suess studies ancient enzyme-driven reactions to tackle modern energy challenges. His research explores nature’s solutions for sustainable energy innovation.Readmore

Biocatalysis and Bioprocessing

The research of our group is aimed at environmentally benign and highly productive biotransformations by combining both biotechnology and biomaterials, as well as chemistry and reaction engineering in a multi-disciplinary platformReadmore

Clarivate Identifies Eleven Potential Blockbuster and Transformative Drugs in Annual Drugs to Watch Report

The 2025 "Drugs to Watch" report showcases 11 breakthrough therapies in oncology, obesity, and gene therapy, with AI-driven drug discovery and gene editing as key trends shaping the future.Readmore

University of Iowa’s Center for Biocatalysis and Bioprocessing Receives $1 Million Grant

The University of Iowa’s Center for Biocatalysis and Bioprocessing received a $1M grant to expand its protein production capacity, fostering student training and supporting local startups. The grant aims to strengthen Iowa's bioeconomy.Readmore

S&T chemist researches how plant growth is regulated

Dr. Pablo Sobrado’s team, with a $984,000 NSF grant, will study plant enzymes called FMOs to understand their role in plant defense and unique flavors. Their research aims to unlock new insights into plant chemistry and improve crop resilience.Readmore

Innovative enzyme breakthrough could transform drug and chemical manufacturing

Researchers at the University of Manchester have discovered a novel enzyme that could revolutionize the production of essential chemicals and medicines.Readmore

A green fuels breakthrough: bio-engineering bacteria to become ‘hydrogen nanoreactors’

Researchers have engineered bacteria into hydrogen nanoreactors, producing hydrogen using sunlight, offering a cost-effective, zero-carbon solution. This biocatalyst approach improves efficiency and scalability over traditional metal-based methods.Readmore

ML-Guided Enzyme Engineering Advances Green Chemistry

New high-throughput, cell-free platform could create versatile biocatalysts for sustainable chemistryReadmore

Center for Biocatalysis and Bioprocessing secures $1M from the IEDA

The Iowa Economic Development Authority awarded a $1M grant to expand the Center for Biocatalysis and Bioprocessing’s capacity, enhancing biomanufacturing and student training. The funding will install a new fermentor, doubling the facility’s capacity.Readmore

Quantistry and Airbus Lead Research in Joint Biocatalysis Project

Quantistry and Airbus are collaborating on a 24-month R&D project using AI and quantum chemistry to advance biocatalysis and material design for sustainable aerospace applications.Readmore

UI’s Center for Biocatalysis and Bioprocessing receives $1 million grant

The Iowa grant funds a new fermenter at the Center for Biocatalysis, boosting protein production and Iowa's bioeconomy while creating jobs and research opportunities.Readmore

ZYMVOL raises €3 million in seed funding

Zymvol raised €3 million to boost its enzyme discovery tech and sustainable manufacturing solutions. Their advanced simulations accelerate enzyme engineering, cutting costs and environmental impact.Readmore