Cover Feature: Conserved Active Site Architecture Between Bacterial Cellulose and Chitin Synthases (ChemBioChem 16/2023)

The cover image shows a possible scenario in which the active sites of cellulose synthase or chitin synthase can interchangeably catalyze reactions involving cellulose and chitin, irrespective of their protein shell. This discovery provides the foundation for future experimental validations on the substrate specificities of bacterial cellulose synthases and chitin synthases, paving the way for manipulating bacterial interactions with other organisms and designing tailored materials. Cover design by Luis Favas. More information can be found in the Research Article by M. Shamshoum, F. Natalio.