Kyunghwan Yeom, Yu Jin Park, Hansol Kim, Dong-Yeon Song, Dong-Myung Kim, Ji-Ho Park
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Abstract
Cell-free synthesis technology is emerging as a versatile platform for biomanufacturing, particularly for on-site production of essential products. In this study, we address a pivotal challenge encountered when utilizing cell-free protein synthesis (CFPS) for on-site production in resource-limited settings. The efficacy of CFPS critically depends on precise temperature regulation. However, traditional heating methods are impractical for application outside of laboratory environments. To address this challenge, we propose an innovative solution that integrates gold nanorods (GNRs) with photothermal properties into the CFPS reaction mixture. Upon activation by a handheld laser module emitting near-infrared light, these GNRs efficiently convert light energy into heat, enabling rapid and precise temperature control for protein synthesis. Our approach not only achieves optimal synthesis temperatures more rapidly than conventional methods but also significantly enhances protein yields, with an increase of over threefold within a 30-min reaction period. In summary, our findings highlight the potential of photothermal heating as a means to ensure portable and efficient protein synthesis in the field. This advancement brings CFPS closer to achieving real-time, on-site protein production.
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Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering is an international bimonthly journal published by the Korean Society for Biotechnology and Bioengineering. BBE is devoted to the advancement in science and technology in the wide area of biotechnology, bioengineering, and (bio)medical engineering. This includes but is not limited to applied molecular and cell biology, engineered biocatalysis and biotransformation, metabolic engineering and systems biology, bioseparation and bioprocess engineering, cell culture technology, environmental and food biotechnology, pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics, biomaterials engineering, nanobiotechnology, and biosensor and bioelectronics.