Metabolic Engineering

Metabolic engineering is a scientific discipline that makes use of engineering principles to modify and optimize the metabolic pathways of cells and organisms. It has numerous applications in biotechnology such as the production of fuels, chemicals and drugs. The metabolic engineering of microorganisms can also be used in the production of food ingredients, renewable energy and pharmaceuticals. The benefits of metabolic engineering include increased efficiency of metabolism, improved product yields, and the ability to produce novel compounds or products. Metabolic engineering is an incredibly useful tool for researchers and businesses seeking to use natural biological systems to create products from renewable resources.