biocatalyst

[bahy-oh-kat-l-ist]

noun

Biochemistry.

1. enzyme.

biocatalyst

/ ˌbaɪəʊˈkætəlɪst, ˌbaɪəʊˌkætəˈlɪtɪk /

noun

1. a chemical, esp an enzyme, that initiates or increases the rate of a biochemical reaction

Other Word Forms

• biocatalytic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of biocatalyst¹

First recorded in 1930–35; bio- + catalyst

Example Sentences

“This device combines the best of both worlds – organic semiconductors are tuneable and non-toxic, while biocatalysts are highly selective and efficient.”

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The researchers found these powerful biocatalysts in bacteria.

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"We also believe that our findings can be transferred to other biocatalysts."

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I guess I must have done something wrong during one of the construction steps — the wrong biocatalyst maybe, or the wrong temperature?

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Still, the emerging methods for producing biodegradable plastic offer a perfect example of how greener solvents and more effective biocatalysts can contribute to generating a circular economy in a major industry.

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