Noncanonical Amino Acids: Bringing New-to-Nature Functionalities to Biocatalysis.

ABSTRACT: Biocatalysis has become an important component of modern organic chemistry, presenting an efficient and environmentally friendly approach to synthetic transformations. Advances in molecular biology, computational modeling, and protein engineering have unlocked the full potential of enzymes in various industrial applications. However, the inherent limitations of the natural building blocks have sparked a revolutionary shift. In vivo genetic incorporation of noncanonical amino acids exceeds the conventional 20 amino acids, opening new avenues for innovation. This review provides a comprehensive overview of applications of noncanonical amino acids in biocatalysis. We aim to examine the field from multiple perspectives, ranging from their impact on enzymatic reactions to the creation of

SUBMITTER: Brouwer B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11467907 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature