What Does EC Stand For?
EC stands for Enzyme Commission
The Enzyme Commission (EC) is a designated authority established by the International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (IUBMB) to classify and catalog enzymes based on the reactions they catalyze. The EC assigns a unique numerical code to each enzyme, facilitating standardization and communication within the scientific community. This classification system helps researchers and professionals in biochemistry and related fields to identify and study enzymes, contributing to advancements in biotechnology, medicine, and environmental science.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym