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Molecular Biology
MGH researchers describe new way to identify, evolve novel enzymes
August 31st, 2007
The intricate interplay of proteins and other chemicals that underlies most biological activities requires the participation of enzymes, specialized molecules that accelerate chemical reactions between molecules. The creation of totally new enzymes can help improve the synthesis of chemicals and pharmaceuticals, devise new tools for molecular biology research, and develop new therapies. In Nature, two Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) researchers describe a way of creating novel enzymes that, for the first time, does not require prior understanding of exactly how the enzymes work. “To date, the only source of enzymes has been biology,” says Jack Szostak, PhD, of the...
Source: Drug Week (2007-08-31)
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