Protein Design and Engineering in Biochemistry
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Biology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 January 2026 | Viewed by 552
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue of the International Journal of Molecular Sciences explores the rapid advancements in protein engineering, molecular biology, and biomedical engineering, driven by cutting-edge technologies. It highlights recent progress in the design, synthesis, and application of engineered proteins, biochemical tools, and their integration into biomedical solutions. Topics of interest include computational protein design, directed evolution, CRISPR-based genome editing, synthetic biology, and the development of biomaterials for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes. We also invite contributions on molecular biology’s role in disease mechanisms, targeted therapies, and the engineering of biological systems for drug delivery and regenerative medicine. This issue aims to provide a platform for sharing innovative methodologies, experimental findings, and theoretical insights bridging fundamental science and translational applications. By bringing together diverse perspectives, we hope to inspire collaboration and new directions in addressing global health challenges through molecular and biomedical innovation. We welcome original research, reviews, and perspectives from both academia and industry.
Dr. Om Prakash Narayan
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- protein engineering
- molecular biology
- biochemical tools
- computational protein design
- directed evolution
- CRISPR/Cas9
- synthetic biology
- biomaterials
- protein therapeutics
- regenerative medicine
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