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Abstract
Hybrid systems that integrate synthetic materials with biological machinery offer opportunities for sustainable and efficient catalysis. However, the multidisciplinary and unique nature of the materials–biology interface requires researchers to draw insights from different fields. In this Perspective, using examples from the area of N2 and CO2 fixation, we provide a unified discussion of critical aspects of the material–microbe interface, simultaneously considering the requirements of physical and biological sciences that have a tangible impact on the performance of biohybrids. We first discuss the figures of merit and caveats for the evaluation of catalytic performance. Then, we reflect on the interactions and potential synergies at the materials–biology interface, as well as the challenges and opportunities for a deepened fundamental understanding of abiotic–biotic catalysis. Material–microbe hybrids represent an interesting class of catalyst with potential for high energy efficiency and product selectivity. In this Perspective the authors discuss some of the difficulties in understanding these interdisciplinary systems and the attempts to unify the approaches taken by different research communities to further the field.
将合成材料与生物机械相结合的混合系统为可持续高效催化提供了机会。然而,材料-生物界面的多学科性和独特性要求研究人员从不同领域汲取见解。在本《视角》中,我们以 N2 和 CO2 固定领域为例,对材料-微生物界面的关键方面进行了统一讨论,同时考虑了对生物混合体性能有切实影响的物理科学和生物科学的要求。我们首先讨论了评估催化性能的优点和注意事项。然后,我们思考了材料-生物学界面的相互作用和潜在协同作用,以及加深对非生物-生物催化的基本理解所面临的挑战和机遇。
期刊介绍:
Nature Catalysis serves as a platform for researchers across chemistry and related fields, focusing on homogeneous catalysis, heterogeneous catalysis, and biocatalysts, encompassing both fundamental and applied studies. With a particular emphasis on advancing sustainable industries and processes, the journal provides comprehensive coverage of catalysis research, appealing to scientists, engineers, and researchers in academia and industry.
Maintaining the high standards of the Nature brand, Nature Catalysis boasts a dedicated team of professional editors, rigorous peer-review processes, and swift publication times, ensuring editorial independence and quality. The journal publishes work spanning heterogeneous catalysis, homogeneous catalysis, and biocatalysis, covering areas such as catalytic synthesis, mechanisms, characterization, computational studies, nanoparticle catalysis, electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, environmental catalysis, asymmetric catalysis, and various forms of organocatalysis.