Metabolic engineering

Metabolic engineering is the process of modifying the biological pathways within microorganisms, plants, or other cells to increase the production of specific substances or create new ones. By tweaking genes and enzymes, scientists can optimize how these organisms convert raw materials into valuable products like medicines, biofuels, or food additives. This approach combines biology and engineering principles to improve efficiency, sustainability, and functionality of biological systems, enabling the development of innovative solutions for industry and healthcare.