2025, Vol. 6, Issue 1, Part C
A study on the significance of recombinant proteins
Author(s): Priyanka Saini
Abstract: Recombinant proteins, the products of genes introduced into host organisms through recombinant DNA technology, have revolutionized numerous fields, most notably medicine, biotechnology, and research. Their significance stems from their ability to overcome limitations associated with naturally sourced proteins, offering unprecedented opportunities for the development of novel therapeutics, diagnostics, industrial enzymes, and research tools. One of the most profound impacts of recombinant proteins is in medicine. Many life-saving drugs that were once scarce, expensive, or carried the risk of contamination from animal sources are now produced efficiently and safely using recombinant technology. Insulin for diabetes, human growth hormone for growth disorders, erythropoietin for anemia, and clotting factors for hemophilia are prime examples. Furthermore, recombinant technology has paved the way for the development of sophisticated biopharmaceuticals like monoclonal antibodies for targeted cancer therapy and autoimmune diseases, and interferons for treating viral infections and multiple sclerosis. The development of recombinant vaccines, such as the hepatitis B and HPV vaccines, has significantly improved global health by offering safer and more effective ways to prevent infectious diseases. In the realm of biotechnology, recombinant proteins are indispensable. They are used extensively in the production of industrial enzymes for various applications, including food processing, textile manufacturing, biofuel production, and the creation of environmentally friendly detergents. The ability to engineer these enzymes for enhanced stability, activity, and specificity has led to more efficient and sustainable industrial processes. Moreover, recombinant proteins are crucial in the development of biosensors for detecting specific molecules in environmental monitoring, food safety, and medical diagnostics.
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Priyanka Saini. A study on the significance of recombinant proteins. J Adv Microbiol Res 2025;6(1):194-198.
