Abstract
Custom Chemical Synthesis in Microbial Chemistry: Tailoring Microbial Pathways for Targeted Molecular Production
Author(s): Ricardo M. Velásquez*stract Custom chemical synthesis involves the deliberate design and production of specific chemical compounds to meet defined research or industrial needs. In microbial chemistry, custom synthesis increasingly relies on microorganisms as programmable chemical systems capable of producing tailored molecules through engineered metabolic pathways. By combining microbial metabolism with chemical design principles, researchers can achieve high selectivity, efficiency, and sustainability. This article examines the role of custom chemical synthesis in microbial chemistry, focusing on pathway engineering, microbial biocatalysis, and the creation of specialized compounds for scientific and industrial applications.
