How Do Biotransformations Differ from Traditional Catalysis?
Traditional catalysis typically involves the use of inorganic or organometallic catalysts to accelerate chemical reactions. In contrast, biotransformations leverage biological entities to achieve the same end. The key advantages of biotransformations include high specificity, enantioselectivity, and the ability to operate under environmentally benign conditions. These features make biotransformations particularly useful in the pharmaceutical and food industries.
