GECCO Biotech

After several months of dedicated work as a visiting PhD student, we welcomed Alessandro Boverio as a Senior scientist. Reflecting on his initial months at GECCO, he shares, "During my PhD, I worked on discovering and characterizing novel enzymes for carbohydrate biocatalysis. I utilized various techniques and methodologies complementary to the company's expertise. My secondment at GECCO provided a stimulating work environment where I could grow professionally daily. I am excited to continue learning and growing with such a dynamic company." Alessandro, it is great to have you on board! #welcome #teamgrowth #biotechnology

Sulfur-containing functional groups are crucial components found in many pharmaceuticals and natural products. A recent publication highlights the use of biocatalysts in producing optically active sulfoxides: Our research focused on bacterial and thermostable flavin-containing monooxygenases (FMOs) capable of catalyzing the sulfoxidation of various prochiral sulfides. 📖 Read the full article at https://lnkd.in/emp-sQce, and congratulations to the authors Gonzalo de Gonzalo Calvo, Juan Manuel Coto Cid, Nikola Lončar and Marco Fraaije! 🦎 At GECCO Biotech, we provide the necessary enzymatic tools to create target molecules sustainably and cost-effectively. Explore the range of FMOs and other enzyme kits available at GECCO: https://lnkd.in/ejkS3b5N #biocatalysis #API #biotechnology

📣 Fresh out of the press! In a recent project led by Boehringer Ingelheim, we employed our pipeline to clone and produce ketoreductase targets generated through an in silico platform and rational design. This was followed by validating their performance and identifying the best candidate for further improvements. Ketoreductases play a crucial role in synthesizing optically pure alcohols and ketones, important precursors in pharmaceutical production. Despite the typical resource and time constraints in employing biocatalysis industrially, studies like this pave the way for a more sustainable and cost-efficient API synthesis. This promises to have a significant impact on the pharmaceutical industry! Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/d-yXvwXw Congratulations to all the authors, and we are grateful to be part of this research collaboration between Boehringer Ingelheim, Kiel University and Zymvol Biomodeling.

🎉 We've been busy at GECCO Biotech: new lab facilities, new capabilities, and new team members. We are now excited to announce the redesigned logo and website (www.gecco-biotech.com), which reflects our evolving services and product collection and the growth we have experienced over the years. Why the new logo and website? Reflecting our #Services: to better represent innovative enzyme solutions and services we offer in the biotech industry. Enhancing User #Experience: to provide a more intuitive and engaging experience, making it easier for you to explore our offerings and connect with us. We invite you to visit our new website and let us know which service or product you'd like to try first! #Redesign #Newchapter #Biotechnology #Enzyme

We are excited to join this collaborative network and look forward to the impactful research ahead!

It has been a while since our last interview of the series "In the Spotlight: with Leaders of the Biotechnology Field," so we are very glad that we can continue it with Lígia O. Martins, professor of #microbial and #enzyme technology at ITQB NOVA. Prof. Martins talked about her research journey, which focused on understanding the enzymes and mechanisms involved in the decomposition/conversion of #lignin - Earth’s most abundant aromatic polymer with endless applications! 🍃 👇 Read the full article on our website: https://lnkd.in/eJ7GfHUQ

We are excited to finally embark on a journey toward #environmentally #friendly processes for producing fatty amines! The FLEXIZYME consortium will tackle biotechnological ways to valorize different residues in the following four years. This project has received funding from the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU). Thanks to the consortium coordinator ITENE for a productive kick-off meeting and to all the project partners for inspiring discussions! #biotechnology #collaboration

🎉 Last week, on our fifth anniversary, we celebrated the opening of Gecco’s new laboratories with friends, colleagues, collaborators, and partners. Our event featured a tour of the facilities and a fantastic networking session. We were delighted to see so many familiar faces and to meet new friends. Thank you to everyone who attended the opening; your support made the event special. If you missed the event, don’t worry – we will happily host you to discuss a joint project or a collaboration. Check out some highlights from the event in the photos below! #newfacilities #networking #anniversary

We are enzyme agnostics - our methods and workflows are compatible with a wide range of enzymes rather than being restricted to one particular type. We research to identify the best enzyme for a given task put in front of us by our clients! Nonetheless, #oxidoreductase enzymes will always have a special place in our hearts (and minds). We are proud to share that we have contributed to the chapter on the use of oxidoreductive enzymes for the synthesis of chiral compounds for #drug intermediates, #cosmetic compounds, #polymer building blocks, and many more. The chapter is available here: https://lnkd.in/ernqAS7p The book on Biocatalysis in Asymmetric Synthesis is a must-read for anyone looking to harness enzymes' power. Thanks to the editors Gonzalo de Gonzalo Calvo, Andres R. Alcántara and people at Elsevier for their support. We hope you enjoy reading it!

📢 Whether you are passionate about enzymes or intrigued by their untapped potential, or if you are a decision-maker seeking business efficiency and sustainability, we would love to hear from you! Our Biocatalaysis assessment form is designed to help determine the current use of enzymatic solutions across our network. The questionnaire should take approximately 4 minutes to complete. Your contribution is highly appreciated, and your insights will play a crucial role in shaping our findings. 📝 To participate, click on the survey link here: https://lnkd.in/eVj4DraN 🙌 As a token of our appreciation for your participation, we are pleased to offer you a special 20% discount on your next purchase of an enzyme kit of your choice! Thank you again for sharing your insights with us.