biocatalyst

[ bahy-oh-kat-l-ist ]

noun

, Biochemistry.

1. enzyme.

biocatalyst

/ ˌbaɪəʊˈkætəlɪst; ˌbaɪəʊˌkætəˈlɪtɪk /

noun

1. a chemical, esp an enzyme, that initiates or increases the rate of a biochemical reaction

Derived Forms

• biocatalytic, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of biocatalyst¹

First recorded in 1930–35; bio- + catalyst

Example Sentences

The researchers found these powerful biocatalysts in bacteria.

From Science Daily

"We also believe that our findings can be transferred to other biocatalysts."

From Science Daily

I guess I must have done something wrong during one of the construction steps — the wrong biocatalyst maybe, or the wrong temperature?

From Nature

Still, the emerging methods for producing biodegradable plastic offer a perfect example of how greener solvents and more effective biocatalysts can contribute to generating a circular economy in a major industry.

From Scientific American

In terms of gaining a foothold in the market, Microvi’s biocatalyst system “would be scalable probably within five years,” says Umble, who is an unpaid adviser to the company.

From Scientific American