Abstract
Imagine a computer capable of solving currently unsolvable problems. Quantum computing leverages the principles of quantum mechanics to tackle complex challenges that would take classical computers centuries to complete. In this Commentary, we explore the current state of quantum computing development and how it will revolutionise the way we discover and design biocatalysts for practical use.



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