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Anthony Green


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Anthony Green is a Professor of Organic and Biological Chemistry at The University of Manchester, Department of Chemistry. He serves as Director of the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology. His research focuses on the design and engineering of enzymes to enable sustainable chemical manufacturing processes. Green's work involves computational modeling and directed evolution to create biocatalysts for applications in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, plastics recycling, and biofuels. His research has contributed to the development of enzymes for the production of antivirals and the breakdown of plastics such as PET. He is also involved in projects related to photoenzymes and sustainable chemical production.


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Anthony Green is a Professor at the University of Manchester, specializing in Chemical Biology and Organic Chemistry. His research focuses on biocatalysis, enzyme engineering, and the development of novel enzymatic reactions for chemical synthesis. Green's work includes the directed evolution of PET depolymerases, the engineering of enantioselective amine oxidases, and the design of smart amine donors for transaminase-mediated biotransformations. His research also explores the use of noncanonical amino acids and heme enzymes in catalytic processes, with applications in pharmaceutical synthesis and environmental sustainability. Green's contributions highlight the potential of biocatalytic systems for sustainable and efficient chemical transformations.

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