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Yeast Power: How Scientists Boosted d-Limonene Production

December 22, 2025

Scientists have found a way to make more d-limonene using yeast. This compound is useful in many areas like pest control, food, and medicine. The team started with a type of yeast called Saccharomyces cerevisiae. They wanted to make it produce more d-limonene. First, they looked at the enzyme that

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Smart Tricks to Boost Enzyme-Electrode Connections in Bioelectrocatalysis

December 16, 2024

Today, scientists are finding clever ways to connect enzymes with electronic gadgets, called electrodes. These tools help enzymes generate electricity or make important chemical compounds. In the past, these connections weren't very strong, but now, thanks to improved protein engineering, we can mak