Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Mikolaj Chmielarz, Johanna Blomqvist, Sabine Sampels, Mats Sandgren, Volkmar Passoth
Summary: This study tested the ability of oleaginous yeasts to utilize crude glycerol and hemicellulose hydrolysate as carbon sources, finding that only a few strains were able to convert them into microbial lipids. Mixing crude glycerol and hemicellulose hydrolysate stimulated lipid accumulation in R. toruloides and R. glutinis, resulting in a shorter fermentation time to reach maximum lipid concentration.
BIOTECHNOLOGY FOR BIOFUELS
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yasmi Louhasakul, Benjamas Cheirsilp
Summary: This study aimed to convert crude glycerol to lipid and lipase using Yarrowia lipolytica and directly transesterify wet yeast into biodiesel via response surface methodology. The combination of waste and surfactants improved yeast growth, lipid productivity, and lipase activity. The direct transesterification followed by acid-catalyst transesterification offered high FAME yields (>90%), showing the efficiency of the process for industrial biodiesel production from microbial lipids.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Le Zhang, Ee Lim, Kai-Chee Loh, Yanjun Dai, Yen Tong
Summary: The study found that the two-stage fermentation using yeast extract peptone dextrose (YPD) medium, orange peel (OP) hydrolysate medium, and their mixed medium had a positive impact on microbial lipid production by Lipomyces starkeyi, especially the mixed medium. Additionally, two-stage fermentation contributed to lipid accumulation, with pure OP hydrolysate medium being detrimental to cell growth.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Anu Sadasivan Nair, Nallusamy Sivakumar
Summary: This study utilized waste office paper to produce microbial lipids through fermentation, and optimized the production conditions to achieve high lipid yield and content. These lipids are suitable for biodiesel production and can effectively address the environmental pollution caused by waste paper and fossil fuel extraction.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Anu Sadasivan Nair, Nallusamy Sivakumar
Summary: The utilization of waste paper for biodiesel production has environmental and economic advantages. In this study, waste paper hydrolysate (WPH) was used as a substrate for microbial lipid production. The medium with NH(4)C1 as nitrogen source yielded high biomass and lipid content. Under optimized conditions, the maximum biomass, lipid yield, and lipid content obtained were 6.51 g/L, 2.8 g/L, and 43% respectively. Extracted lipids showed similarities to vegetable oils, and the biodiesel properties were within the permissible limits of international standards.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Siraprapha Siwina, Ratanaporn Leesing
Summary: This study demonstrated the conversion of durian peel into microbial lipid and biodiesel using a newly isolated yeast strain, R. mucilaginosa KKUSY14, without the need for detoxification. The lipid yield from durian peel was high, with fatty acid compositions meeting the requirements for biodiesel fuel properties.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Km Sartaj, Ramasare Prasad, Leonidas Matsakas, Alok Patel
Summary: This review aims to explore the opportunities and challenges of using waste materials for the production of sustainable and renewable fuels, and contribute to the commercialization of biodiesel derived from oleaginous yeasts.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yaning Xu, Xuemei Wang, Zifu Li, Shikun Cheng, Jiacheng Jiang
Summary: Food waste hydrolysate shows great potential as a substrate for microbial oil synthesis, producing biological products with comparable lipid content to synthetic VFAs media. The optimal ratio for microbial oil synthesis is 20:5:5, with an increase in propionic acid proportion key to obtaining odd fatty acids.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Suryakanta Patnaik, Sarveshwaran Saravanabhupathy, Sangeeta Singh, Achlesh Daverey, Kasturi Dutta
Summary: In this study, pretreated organic wastes were screened for the growth and lipid production of oleaginous bacteria DS-7. The best feedstock for biomass and lipid production was found to be the pretreated vegetable waste. Optimization of process parameters enhanced the biomass and lipid productions significantly. The biodiesel obtained from vegetable waste showed comparable characteristics to the standard, indicating its potential as a feedstock for microbial biodiesel production.
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Senthilnathan Sri Laxma Alankar, Nithianandam Sajesh, Shrestha Rastogi, Simar Sakhuja, Gunasekaran Rajeswari, Vinod Kumar, Anuj Kumar Chandel, Samuel Jacob
Summary: This study utilized microwave-acid pretreatment on water hyacinth to produce liquid hydrolysate for oleaginous yeast fermentation, with detoxification and comparison of non-detoxified hydrolysate efficiency. Results showed higher sugar concentration in non-detoxified hydrolysate, which when supplemented with yeast extract, produced maximum lipid yield and single cell protein content. Kinetic models and GC-MS analysis confirmed the efficiency of hydrolysate supplemented media, demonstrating its potential in biodiesel production within a sustainable framework.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2021)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jayita Chopra, Vivek Rangarajan, Ramkrishna Sen
Summary: This review discusses the research advancements and optimization strategies for sustainable biodiesel production from oleaginous yeasts. It highlights the potential for producing multiple products and suggests a bio-refinery model for value-added production.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jipeng Sun, Wei Zhu, Biao Mu, Jun Zhong, Naixi Lin, Sipeng Chen, Zhuo Li
Summary: In the context of low-carbon development, a method for efficient extraction of lipids and dehydration of kitchen waste using liquefied dimethyl ether (L-DME) was studied. It was found that DME could extract over 90% of the lipids and achieve a dehydration rate of approximately 80%. The main components of the extracted lipids were fatty acids suitable for biodiesel production, and the solid residue had an increased heating value for low-carbon utilization.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Shashi Kant Bhatia, Ranjit Gurav, Yong-Keun Choi, Hong-Ju Lee, Sang Hyun Kim, Min Ju Suh, Jang Yeon Cho, Sion Ham, Sang Ho Lee, Kwon-Young Choi, Yung-Hun Yang
Summary: The study focused on using waste cooking oil (WCO) for biodiesel production, optimizing production media components and cultivation conditions to achieve high biomass production and lipid accumulation. The properties of the produced biodiesel met international standards, confirming its potential as a sustainable energy source.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Helberth Junnior Santos Lopes, Nemailla Bonturi, Everson Alves Miranda
Summary: This study compared colony selection and heterologous adaptive laboratory enhancement (ALE) strategies for obtaining robust strains of the oleaginous yeast Rhodotorula toruloides, and found that the ALE strategy resulted in higher maximum growth rate, biomass production, and lipid content. Additionally, colony selection strategy helped shorten the lag phase. Moreover, kinetics studies showed that acetic acid acts as a repressor of xylose consumption during R. toruloides cultivation.
APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Km Sartaj, Shweta Tripathi, Alok Patel, Krishna Mohan Poluri, Ramasare Prasad
Summary: In this study, the halotolerance behavior and carbon flux channelization of a marine red yeast Rhodotorula glutinis ISO A1 cultivated under combinations of artificial seawater and sewage wastewater were investigated to enhance lipid synthesis. The cells grown in 25% artificial seawater showed 1.4-fold higher lipid yield than glucose synthetic medium and exhibited metabolic rewiring to produce neutral lipids. The study revealed the interplay of various metabolites and the active yeast defence network in response to saline stress.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Anu Sadasivan Nair, Saif Al-Bahry, Nallusamy Sivakumar
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Roman Zagrodnik, Anna Duber, Mateusz Lezyk, Piotr Oleskowicz-Popiel
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Anu Sadasivan Nair, Saif Al-Bahry, Nicholas Gathergood, Bhumi Nath Tripathi, Nallusamy Sivakumar
Article
Environmental Sciences
Anna Duber, Roman Zagrodnik, Joanna Chwialkowska, Wojciech Juzwa, Piotr Oleskowicz-Popiel
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Huda Al Battashi, Shatha Al-Kindi, Vijai Kumar Gupta, Nallusamy Sivakumar
Summary: The study demonstrated that utilizing waste paper as a resource for PHA production through anaerobic digestion is a low-cost strategy. By optimizing the synthesis conditions of PHA from VFAs produced from waste paper, a significantly higher yield of PHA was achieved with a limited nutrient medium.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Review
Polymer Science
Karolina Szacherska, Piotr Oleskowicz-Popiel, Slawomir Ciesielski, Justyna Mozejko-Ciesielska
Summary: Waste from synthetic materials poses a serious threat to the environment due to fossil resource depletion and legal restrictions on plastic waste management. Research on biopolymers as an ecological alternative to petrochemical polymers, specifically Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), is gaining attention. Production of PHAs using volatile fatty acids (VFAs) as carbon sources from organic waste through anaerobic digestion is being explored to reduce costs and environmental impact, with microbial producer selection and VFAs composition playing crucial roles in the synthesis process.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Magdalena Budych-Gorzna, Beata Szatkowska, Lukasz Jaroszynski, Bjarne Paulsrud, Ewelina Jankowska, Tymoteusz Jaroszynski, Piotr Oleskowicz-Popiel
Summary: Chemically enhanced primary treatment (CEPT) increases biogas production by 21% and reduces sludge volume for final disposal by 12%. Additionally, CEPT may lead to an 8% decrease in energy demand for aeration.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Joanna Chwialkowska, Lukasz Smaga, Piotr Oleskowicz-Popiel
Summary: Open culture fermentation (OCF) is a promising technology for converting different organic waste into carboxylic acids (CAs) and alcohols in biorefinery. This study found that for complex substrates like raw maize silage, OCF can achieve the highest CA yield, while for monosaccharides, co-fermentation (glucose/galactose) is the most efficient process.
BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Smitha Sunil Kumaran Nair, Rajamohamed Beema Shafreen, Saqar Said Nasser Al Maskari, Nallusamy Sivakumar, Kiran Gopakumar Rajalekshmi, Adhraa Al Mawaali
Summary: This study discovered potential lead compounds for Alzheimer's Disease (AD) clinical trials through virtual screening and molecular docking studies.
LETTERS IN DRUG DESIGN & DISCOVERY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Huda Al-Battashi, Nallusamy Sivakumar
Summary: This study successfully produced bioplastic PHB using waste paper as a substrate through batch and fed-batch simultaneous saccharification and fermentation (SSF) approach. The results showed that higher PHB yield was achieved with H2O2 pretreatment, while better hydrolysis was observed with H2O2 and Triton X-100 pretreatment. Furthermore, the fed-batch experiment resulted in a higher PHB yield within a shorter time compared to the batch experiment.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Anna Duber, Roman Zagrodnik, Natalia Gutowska, Mateusz Lezyk, Piotr Oleskowicz-Popiel
Summary: Organic waste rich in carbohydrates can be converted into commodity chemicals. The fermentation of sugars affects chain elongation and product selectivity, which is crucial for controlling the production process of commodity chemicals. Co-fermentation of lactose can increase product diversity and improve caproate production efficiency and selectivity.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Cassio Luiz Coutinho Almeida-da-Silva, Nallusamy Sivakumar, Homer Asadi, Anna Chang-Chien, M. Walid Qoronfleh, David M. Ojcius, Musthafa Mohamed Essa
Summary: Frankincense oil, derived from Boswellia trees, has been used for the treatment of chronic disease, inflammation, and microbial infection. Recent research has focused on the bioactive components of Boswellia trees and their effects on cancer, microbial infection, and inflammation. There is growing interest in further developing the therapeutic use of natural products like frankincense oil.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Karolina Szacherska, Krzysztof Moraczewski, Sylwester Czaplicki, Piotr Oleskowicz-Popiel, Justyna Mozejko-Ciesielska
Summary: The production of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) by Aeromonas sp. AC_01 using short and medium chain fatty acids (SMCFAs) was investigated. The results showed that the bacterial strain was able to grow and synthesize PHAs using SMCFAs. The highest PHA productivity was observed when a mixture of acetic acid and butyric acid was used as a supplement. Additionally, the strain was capable of synthesizing novel copolymers with high fractions of 3-hydroxybutyrate (3HB) and 3-hydroxyvalerate (3HV), which exhibited high thermal resistance. These findings suggest that Aeromonas sp. AC_01 is a promising candidate for the biotechnological production of PHAs from SMCFAs.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mateusz Szczygielda, Martyna Krajewska, Adam Andrzejewski, Lei Zheng, Long D. Nghiem, Piotr Oleskowicz-Popiel, Daria Szymanowska, Krystyna Prochaska
Summary: This study highlights the importance of pretreating fermentation broth and using forward osmosis (FO) for dewatering in keto carboxylic acid recovery. The most effective and profitable pretreatment procedure involves a combination of centrifugation, ceramic ultrafiltration with a molecular weight cut-off of 15 kDa, and ceramic nanofiltration with a molecular weight cut-off of 450 Da. By implementing this pretreatment and using FO for preconcentration, a two-fold enrichment of alpha-ketoglutaric acid and pyruvic acid was achieved. Extensive fouling analysis confirmed that the proposed pretreatment procedure effectively prevents severe fouling during FO dewatering.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Gowthama Prabu Udayakumar, Subbulakshmi Muthusamy, Bharathi Selvaganesh, N. Sivarajasekar, Krishnamoorthy Rambabu, Fawzi Banat, Selvaraju Sivamani, Nallusamy Sivakumar, Ahmad Hosseini-Bandegharaei, Pau Loke Show
Summary: Biopolymers, derived from natural sources, offer biocompatibility and biodegradability, making them valuable in various applications such as edible films, emulsions, packaging materials, drug transport, medical implants, wound healing, and dressing materials in the food and pharmaceutical industries. This review focuses on the physical, thermal, mechanical, and optical properties of biopolymers and their composites, along with different characterization techniques, to meet future demands and enhance research in the field.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yingna Du, Chen Huang, Wei Jiang, Qiangwei Yan, Yongfei Li, Gang Chen
Summary: In this study, anionic surfactants modified hydrotalcite was used as a flow improver for crude oil under low-temperature conditions. The modified hydrotalcite showed a significant viscosity reduction effect on crude oil. The mechanism of the modified hydrotalcite on viscosity and pour point of crude oil was explored through characterization and analysis of the modified hydrotalcite and oil samples.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Mohammad Saeid Rostami, Mohammad Mehdi Khodaei
Summary: In this study, a hybrid structure, MIL-53(Al)@MWCNT, was synthesized by combining MIL-53(Al) particles and -COOH functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT). The hybrid structure was then embedded in a polyethersulfone (PES) polymer matrix to prepare a mixed matrix membrane (MMM) for CO2/CH4 and CO2/N2 separation. The addition of MWCNTs prevented MIL-53(Al) aggregation, improved membrane mechanical properties, and enhanced gas separation efficiency.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yunlong Li, Desheng Huang, Xiaomeng Dong, Daoyong Yang
Summary: This study develops theoretical and experimental techniques to determine the phase behavior and physical properties of DME/flue gas/water/heavy oil systems. Eight constant composition expansion (CCE) tests are conducted to obtain new experimental data. A thermodynamic model is used to accurately predict saturation pressure and swelling factors, as well as the phase boundaries of N2/heavy oil systems and DME/CO2/heavy oil systems, with high accuracy.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Morteza Afkhamipour, Ebad Seifi, Arash Esmaeili, Mohammad Shamsi, Tohid N. Borhani
Summary: Non-conventional amines are being researched worldwide to overcome the limitations of traditional amines like MEA and MDEA. Adequate process and thermodynamic models are crucial for understanding the applicability and performance of these amines in CO2 absorption, but studies on process modeling for these amines are limited. This study used rate-based modeling and Deshmukh-Mather method to model CO2 absorption by DETA solution in a packed column, validated the model with experimental data, and conducted a sensitivity analysis of mass transfer correlations. The study also compared the CO2 absorption efficiency of DETA solution with an ionic solvent [bmim]-[PF6] and highlighted the importance of finding optimum operational parameters for maximum absorption efficiency.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Arastoo Abdi, Mohamad Awarke, M. Reza Malayeri, Masoud Riazi
Summary: The utilization of smart water in EOR operations has gained attention, but more research is needed to understand the complex mechanisms involved. This study investigated the interfacial tension between smart water and crude oil, considering factors such as salt, pH, asphaltene type, and aged smart water. The results revealed that the hydration of ions in smart water plays a key role in its efficacy, with acidic and basic asphaltene acting as intrinsic surfactants. The pH also influenced the interfacial tension, and the aged smart water's interaction with crude oil depended on asphaltene type, salt, and salinity.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Dongao Zhu, Kun Zhu, Lixian Xu, Haiyan Huang, Jing He, Wenshuai Zhu, Huaming Li, Wei Jiang
Summary: In this study, cobalt-based metal-organic frameworks (Co-based MOFs) were used as supports and co-catalysts to confine the NHPI catalyst, solving the leaching issue. The NHPI@Co-MOF with carboxyl groups exhibited stronger acidity and facilitated the generation of active oxygen radicals O2•, resulting in enhanced catalytic activity. This research provides valuable insights into the selection of suitable organic linkers and broadens the research horizon of MOF hybrids in efficient oxidative desulfurization (ODS) applications.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Edwin G. Hoyos, Gloria Amo-Duodu, U. Gulsum Kiral, Laura Vargas-Estrada, Raquel Lebrero, Rail Munoz
Summary: This study investigated the impact of carbon-coated zero-valent nanoparticle concentration on photosynthetic biogas upgrading. The addition of nanoparticles significantly increased microalgae productivity and enhanced nitrogen and phosphorus assimilation. The presence of nanoparticles also improved the quality of biomethane produced.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yao Xiao, Asma Leghari, Linfeng Liu, Fangchao Yu, Ming Gao, Lu Ding, Yu Yang, Xueli Chen, Xiaoyu Yan, Fuchen Wang
Summary: Iron is added as a flocculant in wastewater treatment and the hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) of sludge produces wastewater containing Fe. This study investigates the effect of aqueous phase (AP) recycling on hydrochar properties, iron evolution and environmental assessment during HTC of sludge. The results show that AP recycling process improves the dewatering performance of hydrochar and facilitates the recovery of Fe from the liquid phase.
Article
Energy & Fuels
He Liang, Tao Wang, Zhenmin Luo, Jianliang Yu, Weizhai Yi, Fangming Cheng, Jingyu Zhao, Xingqing Yan, Jun Deng, Jihao Shi
Summary: This study investigated the influence of inhibitors (carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and heptafluoropropane) on the lower flammability limit of hydrogen and determined the critical inhibitory concentration needed for complete suppression. The impact of inhibitors on explosive characteristics was evaluated, and the inhibitory mechanism was analyzed with chemical kinetics. The results showed that with the increase of inhibitor quantity, the lower flammability limit of hydrogen also increased. The research findings can contribute to the safe utilization of hydrogen energy.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Zonghui Liu, Zhongze Zhang, Yali Zhou, Ziling Wang, Mingyang Du, Zhe Wen, Bing Yan, Qingxiang Ma, Na Liu, Bing Xue
Summary: In this study, high-performance solid catalysts based on phosphotungstic acid (HPW) supported on Zr-SBA-15 were synthesized and evaluated for the one-pot conversion of furfural (FUR) to γ-valerolactone (GVL). The catalysts were characterized using various techniques, and the ratio of HPW and Zr was found to significantly affect the selectivity of GVL. The HPW/Zr-SBA-15 (2-4-15) catalyst exhibited the highest GVL yield (83%) under optimized reaction conditions, and it was determined that a balance between Bronsted acid sites (BAS) and Lewis acid sites (LAS) was crucial for achieving higher catalytic performance. The reaction parameters and catalyst stability were also investigated.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Michael Stoehr, Stephan Ruoff, Bastian Rauch, Wolfgang Meier, Patrick Le Clercq
Summary: As part of the global energy transition, an experimental study was conducted to understand the effects of different fuel properties on droplet vaporization for various conventional and alternative fuels. The study utilized a flow channel to measure the evolution of droplet diameters over time and distance. The results revealed the temperature-dependent effects of physical properties, such as boiling point, liquid density, and enthalpy of vaporization, and showed the complex interactions of preferential vaporization and temperature-dependent influences of physical properties for multi-component fuels.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yuan Zhuang, Ruikang Wu, Xinyan Wang, Rui Zhai, Changyong Gao
Summary: Through experimental validation and optimization of the chemical kinetic model, it was found that methanol can accelerate the oxidation reaction of ammonia, and methanol can be rapidly oxidized at high concentration. HO2 was found to generate a significant amount of OH radicals, facilitating the oxidation of methanol and ammonia. Rating: 7.5/10.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Radwan M. EL-Zohairy, Ahmed S. Attia, A. S. Huzayyin, Ahmed I. EL-Seesy
Summary: This paper presents a lab-scale experimental study on the impact of diethyl ether (DEE) as an additive to waste cooking oil biodiesel with Jet A-1 on combustion and emission features of a swirl-stabilized premixed flame. The addition of DEE to biodiesel significantly affects the flame temperature distribution and emissions. The W20D20 blend of DEE, biodiesel, and Jet A-1 shows similar flame temperature distribution to Jet A-1 and significantly reduces UHC, CO, and NOx emissions compared to Jet A-1.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jiang Bian, Ziyuan Zhao, Yang Liu, Ran Cheng, Xuerui Zang, Xuewen Cao
Summary: This study presents a novel method for ammonia separation using supersonic flow and develops a mathematical model to investigate the condensation phenomenon. The results demonstrate that the L-P nucleation model accurately characterizes the nucleation process of ammonia at low temperatures. Numerical simulations also show that increasing pressure and concentration can enhance ammonia condensation efficiency.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Shiyuan Pan, Xiaodan Shi, Beibei Dong, Jan Skvaril, Haoran Zhang, Yongtu Liang, Hailong Li
Summary: Integrating CO2 capture with biomass-fired combined heat and power (bio-CHP) plants is a promising method for achieving negative emissions. This study develops a reliable data-driven model based on the Transformer architecture to predict the flowrate and CO2 concentration of flue gas in real time. The model validation shows high prediction accuracy, and the potential impact of meteorological parameters on model accuracy is assessed. The results demonstrate that the Transformer model outperforms other models and using near-infrared spectral data as input features improves the prediction accuracy.