Advancing Biocatalysis Education: Sustaining the Future of Industrial Biotechnology

Nicholas Weise; Scott P. France

doi:10.1021/jacsau.5c00369

Advancing Biocatalysis Education: Sustaining the Future of Industrial Biotechnology

Nicholas Weise^*, Scott P. France^*

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Merck & Co Inc

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Abstract

Industrial biotechnology and biocatalysis are transforming chemical manufacturing by enabling the sustainable production of biobased chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and materials. As these technologies advance, a highly skilled workforce is essential to drive innovation, optimize bioprocesses, and expand industrial applications. Expertise in enzyme engineering, fermentation technology, metabolic pathway optimization, and computational modeling is increasingly critical for developing next-generation biocatalysts and scalable biomanufacturing processes. This viewpoint highlights the growing demand for interdisciplinary training and education in biocatalysis, emphasizing strategies to equip scientists and engineers with the technical competencies needed to sustain progress in the field. By fostering a workforce adept in both fundamental principles and industrial applications, the sector will be well-positioned to accelerate sustainable innovations and meet future challenges in biomanufacturing.

Original language	English
Journal	JACS Au
Volume	5
Issue number	7
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1021/jacsau.5c00369
Publication status	Published - 16 Jul 2025

Keywords

Biocatalysis
Industrial Biotechnology
Pedagogy
Instructional Systems Design
Active Learning

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Biotechnology

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