This journal focuses on the engineering and application of microbial cell factories for the production of valuable compounds and the remediation of environmental pollutants. Articles explore the optimization of microbial strains and processes for producing biofuels, pharmaceuticals, enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and other biomolecules. Research also covers the use of microbes for degrading azo dyes and other waste products, as well as developing new genetic tools and cultivation strategies for enhanced bioproduction.
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Primary language documented?
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Publication & Citation Trend
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Applied Microbiology and BiotechnologyQ1
BioengineeringQ1
BiotechnologyQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Scopus Categories
BiotechnologyBioengineeringApplied Microbiology and Biotechnology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Microbial Metabolic Engineering and BioproductionBacterial Genetics and BiotechnologyBiofuel production and bioconversionFungal and yeast genetics researchEnzyme Catalysis and ImmobilizationMicrobial Natural Products and BiosynthesisViral Infectious Diseases and Gene Expression in InsectsProbiotics and Fermented FoodsMicrobial metabolism and enzyme functionEnzyme Production and Characterization