Biocatalysis and Pharmaceuticals: A Smart Tool for Sustainable Development

Download or read book Biocatalysis and Pharmaceuticals: A Smart Tool for Sustainable Development written by Andres R Alcantara and published by MDPI. This book was released on 2019-10-30 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biocatalysis, that is, the use of biological catalysts (enzymes, cells, etc.) for the preparation of highly valuable compounds is undergoing a great development, being considered an extremely sustainable approach to undertaking environmental demands. In this scenario, this book illustrates the versatility of applied biocatalysis for the preparation of drugs and other bioactive compounds through the presentation of different research articles and reviews, in which several authors describe the most recent developments in this appealing scientific area. By reading the excellent contributions gathered in this book, it is possible to have an updated idea about new advances and possibilities for a new exciting future.