Towards the solid protein surface

Applications which try to combine classical solid-state technology with the exclusive advantages of biological catalysts unite two initially incompatible worlds. They come into contact at an interface between a solid surface and the protein-biocatalyst. The concept of the "solid protein surface" works towards more compatibility at this interface via a biomimetic approach.

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Applications like semi-biological energy conversion systems try to combine classical solid-state technology with the exclusive advantages of biological catalysts. They unite two initially incompatible worlds - neither are protein-biocatalysts evolutionary optimized for contact to solids, nor is typical solid state technology designed for the liquid environment of proteins. If they come into contact, effective concepts for a better compatibility are needed. The "solid protein surface" works towards this goal via a biomimetic approach, where the surface chemistry of the solid is adjusted to mimic the surface of a protein - to make the biocatalyst perform like in its natural environment.