Some fun facts:
”…Fermentative production of 2,3-butanediol from carbohydrates involves a network of biochemical reactions that can be manipulated* to maximize production. [8] …” …More
*Resistant Starch? (e.g. HAM:RS2?)
”…During World War II research was done towards producing 2,3-butanediol by fermentation in order to produce 1,3-butadiene, the monomer of the polybutadiene used in a leading type of synthetic rubber.[6] It can be derived from the fermentation of sugarcane molasses.[7] …” …More
”…Applications include precursors to various plastics and pesticides. …” …More
Eeek! Exogenous ketones anyone?
Biology:
[1] Metabolic engineering of Saccharomyces cerevisiae for 2,3-butanediol production
[2] A shortened, two-enzyme pathway for 2,3-butanediol production in Escherichia coli