"New Algorithm Enhances Enzyme Functionality Through Evolution-Informed Design"

TL;DR
Scientists have developed an algorithm to rationally engineer enzymes by considering their evolutionary history, significantly improving their performance and stability. This method, demonstrated on the enzyme beta-lactamase, could have wide-ranging industrial applications, from food production to healthcare.
Topics:healthscience-and-technology#algorithm#enzymes#evolution#industrial-applications#molecular-biology#science-and-technology
- Scientists devise algorithm to engineer improved enzymes Phys.org
- Simultaneous enhancement of multiple functional properties using evolution-informed protein design Nature.com
- Evolution-Informed Protein Design Aims to Improve Functionality of Enzymes Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News
- Novel Enzyme Evolution Algorithm Yields High-Performance Mutations SynBioBeta
- Researchers develop algorithm to make improved enzymes SiliconRepublic.com
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