Chromosomal
integration of exogenous genes is preferred for industrially
related fermentation, as plasmid-mediated fermentation leads to extra
metabolic burden and genetic instability. Moreover, with the development
and advancement of genome engineering and gene editing technologies,
inserting genes into chromosomes has become more convenient; integration
expression is extensively utilized in microorganisms for industrial
bioproduction and expected to become the trend of recombinant protein
expression. However, in actual research and application, it is important
to enhance the expression of heterologous genes at the host genome
level. Herein, we summarized the basic principles and characteristics
of genomic integration; furthermore, we highlighted strategies to
improve the expression of chromosomal integration of genes and pathways
in host strains from three aspects, including chassis cell optimization,
regulation of expression elements in gene expression cassettes, optimization
of gene dose level and integration sites on chromosomes. Moreover,
we reviewed and summarized the relevant studies on the application
of integrated expression in the exploration of gene function and the
various types of industrial microorganism production. Consequently,
this review would serve as a reference for the better application
of integrated expression.