Review
Polymer Science
Malaiporn Wongkaew, Pikulthong Chaimongkol, Noppol Leksawasdi, Kittisak Jantanasakulwong, Pornchai Rachtanapun, Phisit Seesuriyachan, Yuthana Phimolsiripol, Thanongsak Chaiyaso, Warintorn Ruksiriwanich, Pensak Jantrawut, Sarana Rose Sommano
Summary: This article discusses the importance of recovering biopolymers and pectin resources from food processing biomass, with a focus on mango peel as a potential biomaterial. Different extraction techniques and integrated recovery methods are highlighted for the utilization of mango peel pectin in industries such as pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, emphasizing its sustainable opportunities for food and pharmaceutical development.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Frederik L. Zitzmann, Ewan Ward, Xiangju Meng, Avtar S. Matharu
Summary: This study reports the production of defibrillated celluloses from microalgal biomass using acid-free, TEMPO-free and bleach-free hydrothermal microwave processing. Two routes were explored, showing successful defibrillation of cellulose fibers with increasing microwave processing temperature. The materials obtained from this unique process have potential applications in industries such as packaging, food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Renata Vardanega, Francisca Salinas Fuentes, Jenifer Palma, Waldo Bugueno-Munoz, Pedro Cerezal-Mezquita, Mari Carmen Ruiz-Dominguez
Summary: Valuable products, including carotenoids, phenolic compounds, and pectin, were obtained from granadilla peel using green technologies. Pressurized liquid extraction (PLE) and CO2-expanded ethanol (GXE) were effective methods for extracting carotenoids and phenolic compounds, while pressurized hot water extraction (PHWE) was suitable for extracting pectin. Further studies are needed to characterize the obtained pectin, but this research establishes a foundation for a biorefinery to utilize granadilla wastes.
SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Soo-Kyeong Jang, Chan-Duck Jung, Hyolin Seong, Suwan Myung, Hoyong Kim
Summary: Mandarin peel waste, a representative agricultural waste, has been successfully converted into high value-added products through an integrated biorefinery, reducing the waste mass and minimizing environmental damage.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Qian Lei, Shrikalaa Kannan, Vijaya Raghavan
Summary: This study investigated the utilization of orange peel waste through microwave hydrothermal carbonization, with citric acid as a catalyst. The results showed that citric acid can increase the yield and improve the properties of hydrochar. This method not only addresses waste management concerns but also produces end products with potential commercial value.
Article
Plant Sciences
Malaiporn Wongkaew, Sila Kittiwachana, Nutthatida Phuangsaijai, Bow Tinpovong, Chantalak Tiyayon, Tonapha Pusadee, Bajaree Chuttong, Korawan Sringarm, Farhan M. Bhat, Sarana Rose Sommano, Ratchadawan Cheewangkoon
Summary: Mango peel, a byproduct of the mango processing industry, is a potential source of food-grade mango peel pectin. This study examined the influence of fruit physical characteristics and phytochemicals on the pectin level of the peels, using chemometric data analyses to establish sourcing criteria. Different mango varieties showed varying levels of pectin and the relationship between fruit and peel properties and the degree of esterification value was analyzed for industrial application.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Malaiporn Wongkaew, Bow Tinpovong, Korawan Sringarm, Noppol Leksawasdi, Kittisak Jantanasakulwong, Pornchai Rachtanapun, Prasert Hanmoungjai, Sarana Rose Sommano
Summary: Pectin recovery from mango peel biomass can be a potential source of pectic oligosaccharides with probiotic growth-enhancing properties. The optimal hydrolysis treatment of mango peel pectin can improve the prebiotic effects of selected bacteria and provide a sustainable solution for utilizing by-products from the fruit industry.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Mohamed S. Hasanin, Mohamed Abdelraof, Amr H. Hashem, Houssni El Saied
Summary: Newly BC producing bacteria were successfully isolated from acidic fruits, with the most potent producer identified as Achromobacter S3. Mango peel waste (MPW) hydrolysate was found to be a significant alternative medium for BC production, with the yield increased from 0.52 g/L to 1.22 g/L. The physicochemical analysis showed that BC produced by Achromobacter S33 on HS and MPW media had crystallinity of 72% and 79% respectively, and the topographical study revealed nanofibers with a diameter of approximately 10 nm and a length of 200 nm.
MICROBIAL CELL FACTORIES
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Anusuiya Singh, Rosa M. Rodriguez-Jasso, Rohit Saxena, Ruth Belmares Cerda, Reeta Rani Singhania, Hector A. Ruiz
Summary: This study investigated the impact of subcritical water pretreatment on the chemical composition, biomass fractionation, and enzymatic hydrolysis of agave bagasse from various tequila production processes. The research identified optimal conditions for the pretreatment process, resulting in increased cellulose content in the solid phase. Enzymatic hydrolysis of the pretreated agave bagasse showed promising conversion yield, indicating its potential as a raw material in second-generation biorefineries.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
M. Ortiz-Sanchez, J. C. Solarte-Toro, C. E. Orrego-Alzate, C. D. Acosta-Medina, C. A. Cardona-Alzate
Summary: The study evaluated the feasibility of producing essential oil, pectin, and biogas from orange peel waste, indicating that it is viable at low processing scales.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Kim Kley Valladares-Diestra, Luciana Porto de Souza Vandenberghe, Carlos Ricardo Soccol
Summary: The biorefinery approach using citric acid-assisted hydrothermal pretreatment was effective in extracting pectin, producing xylooligosaccharides (XOs) and bioethanol from cocoa pod husk. The process resulted in high yields of pectin, XOs, and fermentable sugars, demonstrating great potential for application in food and bioenergy industries.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Sajid Ali, Muhammad Akbar Anjum, Ahmad Sattar Khan, Aamir Nawaz, Shaghef Ejaz, Ghulam Khaliq, Shahid Iqbal, Sami Ullah, Rana Naveed Ur Rehman, Muhammad Moaaz Ali, Muhammad Shahzad Saleem
Summary: The application of CMC coating on mango fruits can reduce weight loss and disease incidence, delay fruit ripening, and maintain the quality of the fruits.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Alvin Mar Martin, Dharyl C. Flores, Francis Dave C. Siacor, Evelyn B. Taboada, Noel Peter B. Tan
Summary: Effective molecular entanglements of polymers are necessary for successful solution blow spinning (SBS). The fabrication of biopolymer fibers, such as pectin, is challenging due to their complex nature. However, incorporating the spinnable polymer precursor PAN enables the production of fibers through the SBS process. The addition of PAN also improves the viscoelasticity of the solution, contributing to successful SBS.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Lais M. Resende, Adriana S. S. Franca
Summary: The peel of jabuticaba, a fruit native to Brazil, has potential as a source of antioxidants and dietary fibers. Different extraction methods were used, with enzyme-assisted extractions yielding higher pectin yields and better emulsifying performance. Jabuticaba peel pectins had good emulsifying properties and high swelling capacity.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Farinaz Ebrahimian, Joeri F. M. Denayer, Keikhosro Karimi
Summary: Potato peel waste (PPW) is a renewable resource that can be used for biofuel and biochemical production through biological and thermochemical conversions. However, there are challenges associated with the processing of PPW.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Gildas Bertho, Leonardo Lordello, Xi Chen, Covadonga Lucas-Torres, Imed Eddine Oumezziane, Cedric Caradeuc, Mathieu Baudin, Stephanie Nuan-Aliman, Catherine Thieblemont, Veronique Baud, Nicolas Giraud
Summary: Ultrahigh-resolution NMR has attracted considerable attention in complex sample analysis. Pure shift methods have shown to be suitable for deciphering metabolite mixtures.
JOURNAL OF PROTEOME RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Aashima Sharma, Surinder K. Mehta, Avtar S. Matharu
Summary: Phosphorus is becoming critical as its global supply and demand reach unsustainable levels. This study reports the synthesis, characterization, and application of a novel biomass-derived mesoporous carbonaceous material decorated with CeO2 as an efficient catalyst for dephosphorylation reactions.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Anneli Adler, Ivan Kumaniaev, Almir Karacic, Kiran Reddy Baddigam, Rebecca J. Hanes, Elena Subbotina, Andrew W. Bartling, Alberto J. Huertas-Alonso, Andres Moreno, Helena Hakansson, Aji P. Mathew, Gregg T. Beckham, Joseph S. M. Samec
Summary: This study demonstrates a lignin-first biorefining process for poplar that can produce dissolving cellulose pulp, which can replace cotton production. By expanding poplar plantations, agricultural land previously used for cotton can be reclaimed for food production. Life cycle assessment shows that this approach significantly reduces water consumption compared to cotton production and suggests areas for further improvement.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Milad Hadidi, Jose C. Orellana-Palacios, Fatemeh Aghababaei, Diego J. Gonzalez-Serrano, Andres Moreno, Jose M. Lorenzo
Summary: The application of natural antioxidants in meat and meat products can reduce the consumption of synthetic antioxidants with confirmed carcinogenic and toxicological effects. Plant by-products offer a variety of natural antioxidants that can be applied technologically to control oxidation processes in meat products.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Abdelkrim Gueffai, Diego J. Gonzalez-Serrano, Marios C. Christodoulou, Jose C. Orellana-Palacios, Maria Lopez S. Ortega, Aoumria Ouldmoumna, Fatima Zohra Kiari, Georgia D. Ioannou, Constantina P. Kapnissi-Christodoulou, Andres Moreno, Milad Hadidi
Summary: An ultrasound-assisted method was used to extract phenolic compounds from defatted black cumin seeds, and the optimal extraction conditions were determined to be an ethanol concentration of 59.1%, extraction temperature of 44.6 degrees C, and extraction time of 32.5 min. Under these conditions, the total phenolic content and DPPH radical scavenging activity increased significantly compared to conventional extraction. The HPLC-UV analysis showed that the black cumin seed extracts contained high levels of epicatechin and rutin. Ultrasound-assisted extraction is a useful method for recovering polyphenols from defatted black cumin seeds.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rajdeep Kaur, Jagpreet Singh, Deepika Kathuria, Avtar Singh Matharu
Summary: A facile method for synthesizing carbon quantum dots and silver nanoparticle carbon quantum dots nanocomposites from syzygium cumini leaves for the sensing of Hg2+ ions is reported. The synthesized CQDs were characterized and exhibited selective colorimetric sensing properties, avoiding the use of expensive and toxic materials.
SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lauren I. Austen, Thomas I. J. Dugmore, Avtar S. Matharu, Glenn A. Hurst
Summary: This experiment introduces students to the valorization of byproducts by producing a biodiesel analogue from spent coffee grounds. By analyzing spectroscopic characteristics and green metrics, students apply green concepts and sustainable development goals to real-world problems, demonstrating the value of waste and the importance of reducing fossil fuel consumption.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yang Gao, Hannah K. Briers, Avtar S. Matharu, Jiajun Fan
Summary: The exploration of cucumber waste as a biorefinery feedstock is reported. The essential oils in cucumber waste were successfully extracted using vacuum microwave hydro-distillation (VMHD), with higher quality and yield compared to traditional hydro-distillation (HD). The resulting residues were rich in cellulose and showed no significant changes after VMHD and HD treatment, providing an efficient, inexpensive, and environmentally friendly platform for cellulose material production.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Marios C. Christodoulou, Jose Orellana C. Palacios, Golnaz Hesami, Shima Jafarzadeh, Jose M. Lorenzo, Ruben Dominguez, Andres Moreno, Milad Hadidi
Summary: In recent years, there has been growing interest in the application of antioxidants in food and pharmaceuticals due to their beneficial health effects against oxidative-related diseases. Various assays, including hydrogen atom transfer, single electron transfer, and scavenging activities, can measure the antioxidant potential. Understanding the mechanisms, advantages, and limitations of different methods is crucial for selecting appropriate techniques for assessing antioxidant activity. Among the analytical techniques available, spectrophotometric methods are the most common due to their sensitivity, rapidness, low cost, and reproducibility. This review covers the mechanisms, color changes, advantages, and limitations of spectrophotometric methods.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xi Chen, Gildas Bertho, Cedric Caradeuc, Nicolas Giraud, Covadonga Lucas-Torres
MAGNETIC RESONANCE IN CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
E. Frecha, J. Remon, A. P. Sulaeman, A. S. Matharu, I. Suelves, J. L. Pinilla
Summary: The zero-waste biorefinery concept focuses on cellulose defibrillation from almond hulls using hydrotreatment technologies. Hemicellulose is converted into sugar alcohols and/or polyols, while bioactive compounds and chemically stabilized energy carriers are extracted from the hydrolysate stream for fuel additive and/or fuel intermediate production.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Manuel Salgado-Ramos, Francisco J. Marti-Quijal, Alberto J. Huertas-Alonso, Prado Sanchez-Verdu, Andres Moreno, Francisco J. Barba
Summary: This study aims to assess the winemaking-derived by-products grape stalks, grape marc, and exhausted grape marc, using a novel zero-waste-based approach. Sustainable, intensified technologies like pulsed electric fields (PEF) were evaluated for the recovery of biologically active compounds (BACs). The application of PEF to exhausted grape marc resulted in increased efficiency compared to conventional soaking. Additionally, alternative valorization routes were proposed based on the characterization of these by-products, including the exploitation of exhausted grape marc for bioenergy production and the potential for levulinic acid or furfural production from grape stalks, grape marc, and exhausted grape marc.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Allyn Pramudya Sulaeman, Rifky Adhia Pratama, Uji Pratomo, Irkham, Avtar S. Matharu, Indah Primadona
Summary: By sensitizing ZnO nanopencils with sulfur and nitrogen co-doped graphene quantum dots (S,N-GQDs), the photo absorption range of ZnO nanopencils can be expanded to the visible light spectrum, and the light harvesting efficiency can be significantly improved. The results indicate that ZnO NPc/S,N-GQDs shows remarkable improvement in photoelectrochemical activity under visible light irradiation.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
E. Frecha, D. Torres, J. Remon, R. Gammons, A. S. Matharu, I. Suelves, J. L. Pinilla
Summary: Carbon nanostructures provide a unique platform for the synthesis of novel catalysts for biomass conversion. In this study, a series of graphene oxide (GO)-based materials were prepared and their catalytic behavior was compared. It was found that the reactivity of the GO-catalyst was related to their degree of oxidation/exfoliation, and the use of microwave radiation enabled similar kinetic profiles with considerably less amount of catalyst.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Yingdong Zhou, Javier Remon, Zhicheng Jiang, Avtar S. Matharu, Changwei Hu
Summary: The chemical transformation of natural oils provides alternatives to limited fossil fuels and produces compounds with added value for the chemical industries. This review summarizes recent progress in catalytic deoxygenation of natural oils to renewable liquid fuels and valuable fatty alcohols. It also discusses strategies to control product selectivity and proposes future research goals. Rating: 8/10
GREEN ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xuemei Liu, Chaonan Cui, Shuoshuo Wei, Jinyu Han, Xinli Zhu, Qingfeng Ge, Hua Wang
Summary: This study presents a new strategy for designing efficient photocatalysts that can convert CO2 into hydrocarbons by utilizing synergistic catalytic sites. The findings provide a solution for the selective photocatalytic reduction of CO2 to CH4.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chengxian Hu, Dan Wang, Lu Wang, Ying Fu, Zhengyin Du
Summary: A novel one-pot, three-component reaction conducted under electrochemical conditions was studied. The reaction involved 2-aminothiophenols, aldehydes, and malononitrile, using TBABF4 as an electrolyte and CuI as a catalyst. The proposed reaction mechanism suggested that CuI served as an electron relay. This method offers simplified operation, high atom economy, and mild reaction conditions.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhi Yang, Yu Chen, Linxi Wan, Yuxiao Li, Dan Chen, Jianlin Tao, Pei Tang, Fen-Er Chen
Summary: A highly enantioselective method for the complete hydrogenation of pyrimidinium salts using Ir/(S,S)-f-Binaphane complex as the catalyst was developed. This method provides easy access to fully saturated chiral hexahydropyrimidines, which are prevalent in many bioactive molecules. The reactions exhibit high yields and enantioselectivities under mild reaction conditions without additives. Successful application of this methodology in a continuous flow fashion further extends its practical utility.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tina Jeoh, Jennifer Danger Nill, Wujun Zhao, Sankar Raju Narayanasamy, Liang Chen, Hoi-Ying N. Holman
Summary: In this study, the enzymatic hydrolysis of cellulose was investigated using real-time infrared spectromicroscopy. The spatial heterogeneity of cellulose was found to impact the hydrolysis kinetics. Hydration affected cellulose ordering, and Cel7A preferentially removed less extensively hydrogen bonded cellulose.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tiphaine Richard, Walid Abdallah, Xavier Trivelli, Mathieu Sauthier, Clement Dumont
Summary: An effective method of grafting functionalities onto lignin based on glycerol carbonate has been developed using an efficient nickel-catalysed telomerisation reaction. This method allows lignin to have new reactive functions and reduces the glass transition temperatures of modified lignins, thereby expanding the application range of lignin-based resins.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jing Qi, Xiyan Wang, Gan Wang, Srinivas Reddy Dubbaka, Patrick ONeill, Hwee Ting Ang, Jie Wu
Summary: This study presents a green and environmentally friendly approach for the synthesis of imides using electrocatalytic oxidation with H2O as the oxygen source. The method eliminates the need for toxic or expensive oxidants and achieves high yields under mild reaction conditions. It shows broad substrate compatibility and potential for industrial applications.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Babasaheb Sopan Gore, Lin-Wei Pan, Jun-Hao Lin, Yi-Chi Luo, Jeh-Jeng Wang
Summary: Here, we report a visible light-promoted intramolecular radical cascade reaction for the construction of fluorenol and naphthalene-fused cyclopropyl carbaldehyde derivatives. This method offers mild reaction conditions, a broad substrate scope, excellent step efficiency, and scalability, without the need for external chemical oxidants. The novelty of this protocol was demonstrated by synthesizing chrysene analogs and performing late-stage functionalizations.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Juho Antti Sirvio, Idamaria Romakkaniemi, Juha Ahola, Svitlana Filonenko, Juha P. Heiskanen, Ari Ammala
Summary: This article discusses the method of using supramolecular interaction between an aromatic hydrogen bond donor and lignin to achieve rapid delignification of softwood at low temperatures.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yunyan Meng, Chunxiang Pan, Na Liu, Hongjiang Li, Zixiu Liu, Yao Deng, Zixiang Wei, Jianbin Xu, Baomin Fan
Summary: A novel visible light-driven synthesis method for 2,3-diamines has been developed, which has mild conditions, avoids the use of metal reagents, and can synthesize diamines and diols in one pot.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mingqing Huang, Haiyang Huang, Mengyao You, Xinxin Zhang, Longgen Sun, Chao Chen, Zhichao Mei, Ruchun Yang, Qiang Xiao
Summary: A direct air-oxidized strategy for the synthesis of benzo[b]phosphole oxides was developed in this study. Arylphosphine oxides were transformed into phosphinoyl radicals, which were further combined with various alkynes to achieve the desired products. DFT calculations revealed the mechanism of phosphinoyl radical formation.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Anwei Wang, Jiayin Huang, Chunsheng Zhao, Yu Fan, Junfeng Qian, Qun Chen, Mingyang He, Weiyou Zhou
Summary: This study demonstrates an innovative strategy for the aerobic oxidation of C(sp(3))-H bonds using gamma-valerolactone. By optimizing the reaction conditions and utilizing specific catalysts, efficient oxidation of C(sp(3))-H bonds is achieved with good chemoselectivity in certain cases.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shun Li, Likai Tong, Zhijian Peng, Bo Zhang, Xiuli Fu
Summary: Sulfide compounds show promise as electrocatalysts for water splitting, but their performance is limited by factors such as limited active sites and hindered substance transport. This study successfully prepared a high-entropy sulfide (ZnCoMnFeAlMg)(9)S-8, which reduced grain size and increased specific surface area, enabling the realization of a dual-functional catalyst with multiple catalytic sites. High entropy also modulated the electronic properties of sulfides, reducing the potential energy barrier for hydrolysis. This research introduces a new approach for functionalizing high entropy nanomaterials and improves the performance of water splitting catalysts.