Protein engineering

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009576",
  "term": "Protein engineering",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The process of modifying the structure and function of proteins through genetic manipulation or chemical synthesis to create novel proteins with desired properties. This involves altering amino acid sequences to enhance stability, change substrate specificity, or introduce new catalytic activities. Techniques include site-directed mutagenesis and directed evolution to achieve specific functional improvements.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and the Environment",
  "see_also": [
    "chemical modification",
    "deoxyribonucleic acids",
    "ribonucleic acids",
    "transcription",
    "proteins"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1992, 64, 143. 'Glossary for chemists of terms used in biotechnology (IUPAC Recommendations 1992)' on page 163 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199264010143)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/protein-engineering/"
}