Editing Chemical synthesis (section)

== Applications ==
Chemical synthesis plays a crucial role across various industries, enabling the development of materials, medicines, and technologies with significant real-world impacts.

'''Catalysis''': The development of catalysts is vital for numerous industrial processes, including petroleum refining, petrochemical production, and pollution control. Catalysts synthesized through chemical processes enhance the efficiency and sustainability of these operations.<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |title=APPLICATIONS OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY IN ENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY: AN OVERVIEW |url=https://leadandmentor.com/organic-chemistry-for-engineering-biotechnology-sciences-students/ |website=Lead & Mentor}}</ref>

'''Medicine''': Organic synthesis plays a vital role in drug discovery, allowing chemists to develop and optimize new drugs by modifying organic molecules.<ref name=":4" /> Additionally, the synthesis of metal complexes for medical imaging and cancer treatments is a key application of chemical synthesis, enabling advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Inorganic Synthesis |url=https://learn.socratica.com/en/topic/chemistry/inorganic-chemistry/inorganic-synthesis |website=Socratica}}</ref>

'''Biopharmaceuticals:''' Chemical synthesis is critical in the production of [[Biopharmaceutical|biopharmaceuticals]], including monoclonal antibodies and other biologics. Chemical synthesis enables the creation and modification of organic and biologically sourced compounds used in these treatments. Advanced techniques, such as DNA recombinant technology and cell fusion, rely on chemical synthesis to produce biologics tailored for specific diseases, ensuring they work effectively and target diseases precisely.<ref>{{Cite web |date=February 10, 2020 |title=Think : Thermal : Part Two : Uses and Benefits to the biopharmaceutical industry |url=https://www.thermalproductsolutions.com/blog/part-two-uses-and-benefits-to-the-biopharmaceutical-industry |website=Thermal Product Solutions}}</ref>