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Title: Engineered Enzymes and Bioinspired Catalysts for Energy Conversion

Journal Article · · ACS Energy Letters

Metalloenzymes play critical roles in the environment by catalyzing redox reactions in biogeochemical cycles. The elucidation of structure–function relationships in these biocatalysts has provided a foundation for the development of bioinspired catalysts for fuel production and small-molecule activation. In this Perspective, we highlight developments in engineered biomolecular and bioinspired catalysts for the reduction of H+, O2, and CO2 and for the oxidation of H2 and H2O. The roles of proton transfers and second-sphere interactions in particular are highlighted.

Research Organization:
Univ. of Rochester, NY (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Science (SC), Basic Energy Sciences (BES)
Grant/Contract Number:
FG02-09ER16121; SC0002106
OSTI ID:
1558717
Alternate ID(s):
OSTI ID: 1561994
Journal Information:
ACS Energy Letters, Journal Name: ACS Energy Letters Vol. 4 Journal Issue: 9; ISSN 2380-8195
Publisher:
American Chemical SocietyCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English
Citation Metrics:
Cited by: 46 works
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