Biotransformation and Engineering of Fungals and Microalgae
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2026 | Viewed by 1709
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Interests: microbial biotechnology; biopolymers; extraction processes; PHAs; environmental biotechnology
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Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on the biotransformation and engineering of fungi and microalgae, highlighting their applications in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and environmental sustainability. In recent years, these microorganisms have been recognized for their potential in producing bioactive compounds, biofuels, and biomaterials, as well as in bioremediation and carbon fixation. Their metabolic pathways can be optimized through metabolic engineering, synthetic biology, and omics technologies to enhance efficiency in industrial and environmental processes. The scope of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following topics: the biotransformation and biosynthesis of bioactive compounds by fungi and microalgae, including pharmaceuticals, antioxidants, pigments, and secondary metabolites; the metabolic and genetic engineering of fungi and microalgae to improve bioproduct yields using genetic editing tools, CRISPR-Cas, and synthetic biotechnology; bioremediation and environmental applications, such as pollutant degradation, CO2 capture, and wastewater treatment; the discovery, optimization, and application of enzymes involved in biotransformation, including cytochromes P450, lipoxygenases, and oxidoreductases; and the development of sustainable industrial processes converting renewable substrates into high-value products, such as bioplastics, biofuels, and biomaterials. Original research articles, reviews, and short communications addressing fundamental studies, applied research, and innovative bioprocess development are encouraged for submission.
Dr. Alejandro Chamizo-Ampudia
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- biotransformation pathways
- metabolic engineering
- bioactive compound synthesis
- enzyme catalysis
- microalgae–fungi synergy
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