Lewis acidity plays a significant role in bacterial biological processes
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SUPPORTED
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Multiple studies demonstrate that Lewis acidity is instrumental in mediating key biological interactions, enzymatic processes, and metabolic pathways involving bacteria.
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Recent Advancements in the Diversification and Applications of Boron-Containing Compounds in Medicinal Chemistry.
2025 · cited by 2
The paper discusses boron-containing compounds where boron's Lewis acidity is utilized for diverse applications, including targeting biological molecules.
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Influence of Rare Earth Elements on Prebiotic Reaction Networks Resembling the Biologically Relevant Krebs Cycle.
2026 · cited by 1
The paper notes that rare earth elements act as excellent reagents in biochemical pathways due in part to their hard Lewis acidic properties.
Boron as a Molecular Architect of Host-Microbiome Symbiosis: Implications for Dysbiosis and Aging-Related Pathologies.
2026 · cited by 0
The paper highlights how boron exhibits reversible covalent chemistry driven by Lewis acidity to shape microbial ecology and host-microbiome interactions.