New Advances in Metabolic Engineering and Synthetic Biology of Yeasts
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2025 | Viewed by 37
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The application of yeasts in biotechnology has developed significantly, with recent advancements in metabolic engineering and synthetic biology expanding their potential in various biotechnological processes. The development of cutting-edge techniques, including CRISPR-Cas9, alongside omics technologies and computational approaches, has enabled more precise control over metabolic pathways, facilitating the efficient production of bio-based chemicals, fuels, and pharmaceuticals.
Despite these advancements, challenges persist in optimizing yeast strains for industrial-scale applications and in understanding the molecular mechanisms that drive their performance. The primary goal of this Special Issue is to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest research in yeast metabolic engineering and synthetic biology, focusing on the molecular mechanisms underlying engineered yeasts, their applications in diverse biotechnological processes, and the translation of these advancements from the laboratory to industrial settings.
This Special Issue counts for contributions that explore synthetic biology tools and their applications in yeast engineering, the development of novel yeast strains, and the optimization of bioprocesses. Topics of interest include biotechnological applications in bioproduction, medicine, and sustainable biotechnologies, as well as the role of computational models in improving strain development and industrial scalability.
This Special Issue aims to highlight the cutting-edge developments in yeast biotechnology and provide insights into overcoming the current challenges in the field, ultimately promoting the progress of yeast-based platforms for a wide range of biotechnological applications.
Dr. Justyna Ruchała
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- yeast metabolic engineering
- synthetic biology
- CRISPR-Cas9
- metabolic pathways
- bio-based chemicals
- bioprocess engineering
- yeast strain optimization
- industrial biotechnology
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