Scientific program

biocat2026 presents a forward-looking scientific program on topics such as AI-driven enzyme engineering and reaction prediction, advanced reaction cascades: Electro-, chemo- and photo-biocatalysis, enzyme discovery & metagenomics, biocatalysis in non-conventional media, modular bioprocess engineering automation, synthetic biology & whole-cell biocatalysis, and biocatalysis for circular bioeconomy and climate solutions.

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biocat2026 will cover the following topics

1. AI-Driven Enzyme Engineering and Reaction Prediction

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.

2. Advanced Reaction Cascades: Electro-, Chemo- and Photo-Biocatalysis

Keywords: Reaction Cascades, Electrobiocatalysis, Hybrid Catalysis

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

3. Enzyme Discovery and Functional Metagenomics

Keywords: Enzyme Mining, Extremozymes, Functional Screening

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

4. Biocatalysis in Non-Conventional Media

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.

5. Modular Bioprocess Engineering and Automation

Keywords: Smart Reactors, Process Control, Digital Twins

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

6. Synthetic Biology and Whole-Cell Biocatalysis

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.

7. Biocatalysis for Circular Bioeconomy and Climate Solutions

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

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