Biophotoelectrocatalysis in synthesis (opens in new tab)

Green plants convert solar energy into energy-rich carbohydrates by utilizing Z-schematic water splitting and CO2 fixation to realize sustainable photosynthesis. This natural system has inspired biophotoelectrocatalysis, which bridges photo(electro)catalysts and biocatalysts for solar-to-chemical conversion with high specificities under ambient conditions. Here we discuss solar-driven enzymatic systems that can activate a wide range of biocatalysts for versatile synthesis (for example, asymme...