Hydrogenases

Hydrogenases are enzymes found in certain microorganisms that facilitate the production and consumption of hydrogen gas. They play a crucial role in energy metabolism, allowing these organisms to convert hydrogen into energy or use it to generate metabolic products. Essentially, hydrogenases help break down hydrogen molecules, enabling processes like photosynthesis in certain bacteria and biohydrogen production. These enzymes are of interest for renewable energy research, as they could potentially be harnessed for sustainable hydrogen fuel production, contributing to cleaner energy solutions.