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We look forward to welcoming you to the

12th International Congress on Biocatalysis

23 - 27 August 2026

Welcome to biocat2026!

It is our great pleasure to invite you to the 12th International Congress on Biocatalysis (biocat2026), taking place 23–27 August 2026 at the Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH), Germany. biocat has been a biennial meeting point for our community since 2002, bringing together researchers and innovators from academia and industry to share breakthroughs, build collaborations, and inspire the next generation of biocatalysis.

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Congress Chair
Prof. Dr. Andreas Liese

Co-Chairs
Prof. Dr. Johannes Gescher · Prof. Dr. Anna-Lena Heins

Honorary Chair
Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Garabed Antranikian

 

The biocat congress is part of a biennial conference series established in 2002. It provides an overview of the latest advances in biocatalysis and biotransformations by integrating the know-how of experts and early-career researchers from academia and industry.

Topics

biocat2026 will cover the following topics

Keywords: Machine Learning, Generative Models, Structure–Function Relationships

Application of artificial intelligence and data-driven tools for enzyme design, reaction prediction, and pathway optimization in biocatalysis.

Keywords: Reaction Cascades, Electrobiocatalysis, Hybrid Catalysis

Integration of multi-step enzymatic transformations with electrochemical, chemical, and photochemical processes for efficient and sustainable synthesis

Keywords: Enzyme Mining, Extremozymes, Functional Screening

Discovery of novel enzymes from natural and extreme environments using metagenomics, high-throughput screening, and bioinformatics approaches.

Keywords: Deep Eutectic Solvents, Organic Solvents, Supercritical Fluids

Expanding the operational space of enzymes in alternative reaction media to enable greener processes and access to challenging substrates.

Keywords: Smart Reactors, Process Control, Digital Twins

Development of automated, modular reactor systems and real-time monitoring strategies for scalable and flexible biocatalytic production.

Keywords: Metabolic Engineering, Cofactor Recycling, Microbial Platforms

Engineering of microbial hosts and synthetic pathways for efficient whole-cell catalysis and production of complex target molecules.

Keywords: CO₂ Valorization, Plastic Upcycling, Bio-Based Chemicals

Biocatalytic innovations supporting circular economy concepts, including CO₂ utilization, plastic degradation, and bio-based value chains.

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