Are There Synthetic Applications of Lipid Bilayers in Catalysis?
Indeed, synthetic lipid bilayers, such as liposomes and nanodiscs, have been employed in various catalytic applications: - Drug Delivery: Liposomes can encapsulate enzymes and release them at targeted sites, enhancing the catalytic effect where it is needed most. - Biosensors: Enzymes embedded in synthetic lipid bilayers can be used in biosensors to detect specific substrates with high sensitivity and specificity. - Bioreactors: Nanodiscs can stabilize membrane proteins and enzymes, allowing them to function efficiently in in vitro catalytic processes.
