Nanozymes Expanding the Boundaries of Biocatalysis
July 2025
in “
Nature Communications
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TLDR Nanozymes greatly improve biocatalysis by being stable, efficient, and versatile.
The document discusses the evolution of biocatalysis, highlighting the role of nanozymes—nanomaterials with intrinsic biocatalytic activity—as a significant advancement in the field. Nanozymes offer advantages such as abundant active sites, stability under extreme conditions, and unique physicochemical properties, enabling efficient biocatalysis across diverse conditions. The review also examines natural biogenic nanozymes and their potential physiological roles, emphasizing the transformative impact of nanozymes on biocatalysis by reshaping fundamental concepts and practical applications.