Recent Advances in Green and Enzymatic Catalysis for Synthesis of Functional Molecules
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Bioorganic Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 79
Special Issue Editor
Interests: biocatalysis; green synthesis; artificial metalloenzyme; immobilization; enzyme engineering
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue highlights cutting-edge developments at the intersection of green chemistry and enzymatic catalysis for the sustainable synthesis of high-value functional molecules. We seek contributions that showcase innovative strategies leveraging the exquisite selectivity, efficiency, and mild reaction conditions inherent to enzymes, including engineered biocatalysts, artificial metalloenzymes, and whole-cell systems, to access complex structures such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, fine chemicals, and novel materials.
Emphasis is placed on advancements that significantly enhance sustainability metrics, such as the utilization of renewable feedstocks, minimization of energy consumption, employment of benign solvents or solvent-free systems, and reduction of waste generation and hazardous byproducts.
Topics of interest include novel enzyme discovery and engineering, such as directed evolution and computational design; development of efficient enzymatic cascades and hybrid (chemo-enzymatic) processes; innovative reaction engineering and immobilization techniques for biocatalyst reuse; applications in challenging reactions; and life cycle assessments demonstrating the green advantages of enzymatic routes. We invite original research articles, critical reviews, and perspectives that demonstrate significant progress toward more efficient, selective, and environmentally benign synthetic pathways for functionally important molecules.
Prof. Dr. Lei Wang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- green catalysis
- enzymatic synthesis
- sustainable chemistry
- biocatalysis
- functional molecules
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