Catalytic antibodies: Possible applications in organic synthesis

The data on catalytic antibodies as a new generation of biocatalysts are re viewed. The principles used in the design and the methods for preparation o f all presently known classes of catalytic antibodies are discussed in term s of conversions of various organic compounds catalysed by them. The data o n the efficiency, regio- and stereospecificity and mechanisms of action of catalytic antibodies are presented and their possible applications in fine organic synthesis are considered.