ENZYME AND MICROBIAL TECHNOLOGY

Scope & Guideline

Advancing Knowledge at the Intersection of Microbiology and Biochemistry

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of ENZYME AND MICROBIAL TECHNOLOGY with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN0141-0229
PublisherELSEVIER SCIENCE INC
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited States
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1979 to 2024
AbbreviationENZYME MICROB TECH / Enzyme Microb. Technol.
Frequency12 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
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AddressSTE 800, 230 PARK AVE, NEW YORK, NY 10169

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Enzyme and Microbial Technology' focuses on the application of enzymes and microorganisms in biotechnology, addressing both fundamental and applied research areas. The journal aims to disseminate innovative findings that contribute to advancements in enzyme engineering, microbial processes, and their applications in various industries.
  1. Biocatalysis and Enzyme Engineering:
    Research on the development and optimization of enzymes for various industrial applications, including biofuels, pharmaceuticals, and food processing.
  2. Microbial Biotechnology:
    Studies involving the use of microorganisms for the production of valuable compounds, bioremediation, and waste treatment.
  3. Metabolic Engineering and Synthetic Biology:
    Research focused on the modification of metabolic pathways in microorganisms to enhance the production of desired metabolites.
  4. Environmental Biotechnology:
    Exploration of microbial processes for environmental applications, such as biodegradation and bioremediation of pollutants.
  5. Food and Pharmaceutical Applications:
    Investigations into the use of enzymes and microbes in the food industry for fermentation processes, preservation, and the development of functional foods.
  6. Structural and Functional Characterization of Enzymes:
    Detailed studies on enzyme structure, mechanism of action, and interactions with substrates and inhibitors.
Recent publications in 'Enzyme and Microbial Technology' highlight several emerging themes and trends that are gaining traction within the field. These trends indicate a shift towards more innovative and interdisciplinary approaches in enzyme and microbial research.
  1. Enzyme Immobilization and Nanotechnology:
    The integration of nanotechnology in enzyme immobilization techniques is a growing trend, enabling enhanced stability and reusability of biocatalysts for industrial applications.
  2. Synthetic Biology and Modular Enzyme Systems:
    Research focusing on synthetic biology, particularly the development of modular enzyme systems for complex bioconversions, is on the rise, reflecting the need for more efficient and tailored biocatalytic processes.
  3. Microbial Consortia and Systems Biology:
    Studies exploring the use of microbial consortia and systems biology approaches are emerging, emphasizing the collaborative interactions among different microorganisms to enhance biotechnological processes.
  4. Sustainable Bioprocessing and Green Chemistry:
    There is an increasing emphasis on sustainability in bioprocessing, with research focusing on green chemistry principles, waste valorization, and the use of renewable resources in enzyme applications.
  5. Advanced Enzyme Engineering Techniques:
    Emerging techniques such as directed evolution and computational modeling for enzyme engineering are gaining popularity, allowing for the design of enzymes with improved properties for specific applications.

Declining or Waning

While the journal maintains a broad focus, certain themes have seen a decline in prominence over the years. This may reflect shifts in research priorities or advancements in technology that render previous approaches less relevant.
  1. Conventional Fermentation Processes:
    Research on traditional fermentation methods appears to be waning in favor of more innovative biotechnological approaches, such as synthetic biology and metabolic engineering.
  2. Natural Product Extraction:
    Studies focusing on the extraction of natural products using conventional methods are declining as researchers increasingly emphasize biocatalytic and enzymatic methods for improved efficiency and sustainability.
  3. Single Enzyme Applications:
    There is a noticeable reduction in studies solely focusing on the application of single enzymes, as the trend shifts towards using enzyme cocktails or multi-enzyme systems to achieve more complex transformations.
  4. Basic Microbial Physiology:
    Research that primarily explores microbial physiology without direct application to biotechnology or industrial processes is becoming less frequent, reflecting a shift towards applied research.

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