Biocatalysis Fundamentals for Chemical Engineering

Traditional chemical synthesis often relies on harsh conditions and toxic catalysts, but nature offers a cleaner, highly efficient alternative. Biocatalysis harnesses the power of enzymes and microorganisms to drive precise chemical transformations under mild, eco-friendly conditions. This text-based course guides you from the foundational biological principles of enzymes to the practical design of biocatalytic reactors for modern chemical engineering. What you'll learn: - Understand the foundational biochemistry of enzymes and how they function as natural catalysts. - Analyze enzyme kinetics using the Michaelis-Menten model and evaluate inhibition mechanisms. - Learn the principles of biocatalytic reactor design, including batch, continuous, and immobilized enzyme systems. - Evaluate industrial biocatalysis applications, focusing on green chemistry metrics and environmental sustainability. - Explore modern developments in enzyme engineering, including directed evolution concepts and computational enzyme selection. You will begin by exploring core biological concepts and kinetic formulas before reading through real-world engineering case studies and practicing reactor design calculations. Designed for chemical engineering students, chemistry professionals, and biotechnology beginners looking to integrate biological systems into chemical processes, this course requires no prior biochemistry experience. Start reading today to build a solid foundation in sustainable, bio-based chemical engineering.