Enzyme Mimicry

Enzyme mimicry involves creating synthetic materials or molecules that imitate the functions of natural enzymes—biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body and nature. These artificial mimics are designed to replicate enzyme active sites, enabling them to catalyze specific reactions efficiently, often with greater stability or durability. They are useful in various applications like medical diagnostics, environmental cleanup, and industrial processes, offering a way to perform enzyme-like reactions without relying on fragile biological enzymes. Essentially, enzyme mimicry provides a durable, customizable alternative to natural enzymes for speeding up chemical reactions.