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Agronomy
Felipe Montes, Eric S. Fabio, Lawrence B. Smart, Tom L. Richard, Rodrigo Masip Ano, Armen R. Kemanian
Summary: Shrub willow is a well-adapted biomass crop in the northeastern United States, but the actual yield is below the calculated potential due to high harvest costs. The viability of willow for bioenergy production in this region may depend on additional ecosystem services provision and monetization.
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Environmental Sciences
Xinlei Huang, Meiying Ye, Lingli Yuan, Yanping Liu
Summary: The choice of silage additives is crucial for storage of silage. Three ensiling methods were used on Miscanthus sinensis and their effects were evaluated based on biochemical methane potential (BMP). The results showed that ensiling with acetic acid was the most effective method, inhibiting harmful bacteria growth and achieving high methane production. The acetic acid and total volatile fatty acid contents were significantly correlated with BMP. This study provides a theoretical basis for improving BMP and achieving better silage effects for M. sinensis.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gang Nie, Minyi Zhong, Jiabang Cai, Xinying Yang, Jie Zhou, Charlotte Appiah, Mingyu Tang, Xia Wang, Guangyan Feng, Linkai Huang, Xinquan Zhang
Summary: Miscanthus sinensis, as a C4 perennial grass species, shows tolerance to heavy metals such as chromium (Cr) by accumulating Cr in root cell walls and soluble fractions. Transcriptome analysis revealed the involvement of Glutathion metabolism and ABC transporters pathways in Cr tolerance of M. sinensis. These findings provide insights into the molecular mechanism of plant tolerance to heavy metal stress.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Review
Agronomy
Congpeng Wang, Yingzhen Kong, Ruibo Hu, Gongke Zhou
Summary: Miscanthus, as an herbaceous perennial, has shown great potential in bioenergy production and ecological remediation due to its high yield and environmental adaptability. It has high biomass yield, calorific value, and cellulose content compared to other lignocellulosic bioenergy crops, making it a promising feedstock for second-generation biofuels. Miscanthus can also endure soil pollution and adverse environmental conditions, making it suitable for ecological remediation applications. However, further efforts are needed in genetic improvement, elite cultivar breeding, large-scale cultivation, and efficient biofuel conversion when utilizing Miscanthus as a bioenergy crop. Additionally, more work is required to fully unleash its phytoremediation potential.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY BIOENERGY
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Emma W. Littleton, Anita Shepherd, Anna B. Harper, Astley F. S. Hastings, Naomi E. Vaughan, Jonathan Doelman, Detlef P. van Vuuren, Timothy M. Lenton
Summary: This study aims to quantify the uncertainty of large-scale bioenergy by contrasting the results of three different types of models under the same mitigation scenario. The results highlight the uncertainty in rapidly scaling-up biomass energy supply, especially in dry tropical climates and in regions where future climate change could result in drier conditions. These findings have important policy implications for limiting global warming to 'well below 2 degrees C'.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY BIOENERGY
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Eva Lewin, Andreas Kiesel, Elena Magenau, Iris Lewandowski
Summary: Perennial energy grasses, such as miscanthus and switchgrass, have gained attention for their environmental benefits and high biomass yields. This study examined the removal of seven-year-old stands of miscanthus and switchgrass and their impact on the yield of maize grown as a follow-on crop. The results showed that a combination of soil tillage and grass herbicides successfully controlled miscanthus regrowth, while insufficient control of switchgrass regrowth led to lower maize yields. Complete eradication of both crops was achieved through subsequent winter wheat cultivation.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY BIOENERGY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Patrick Benoist, Adam Parrott, Xavier Lachapelle-T., Louis-Clement Barbeau, Yves Comeau, Frederic E. Pitre, Michel Labrecque
Summary: A field trial was conducted to investigate the treatment capability of a willow plantation for landfill leachate. Results showed that the system was highly efficient in removing pollutants and phosphorus amendment improved its performance. The willow biomass also increased significantly with leachate irrigation.
Article
Agronomy
Soo-Hyun Lim, Min-Jung Yook, Jong-Seok Song, Jin-Won Kim, Chuan-Jie Zhang, Dong-Gil Kim, Yeon-Ho Park, DoKyoung Lee, Do-Soon Kim
Summary: This four-year field experiment investigated phenotypic traits associated with biomass yield in 173 Miscanthus sinensis accessions collected from Korea and East Asian countries, finding that traits such as heading date, vegetative growth duration, leaf area, and stem growth were closely related to biomass yield. Accessions from lower latitudes showed higher biomass potential due to longer vegetative growth. Agronomic traits measured in the second year were significantly correlated with biomass yield in the fourth year, suggesting their potential for screening high biomass yield genetic resources and breeding lines.
Article
Agronomy
Jens Leifeld, Christine Alewell, Sonja M. Paul
Summary: The study in temperate zone of Switzerland analyzed five sites cultivated with Miscanthus for 19-24 years, showing that soils rich in organic matter have an influence on carbon accumulation from Miscanthus, with accumulation rates at the upper end of the data ensemble. The results further suggest that conversion to Miscanthus does not lead to an increase in soil carbon stocks relative to grassland management.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY BIOENERGY
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Tatyana Stefanovska, Andrzej Skwiercz, Valentina Pidlisnyuk, Oleksandr Zhukov, Pavlo Shapoval
Summary: Assessment of nematodes in soil contaminated by chemical elements was conducted during the third growing season of Miscanthus x giganteus cultivation. A morphological approach identified nematode communities sensitive to soil contamination.
Article
Forestry
Ildiko Kolozsvari, Agnes Kun, Mihaly Jancso, Beatrix Bakti, Csaba Bozan, Csaba Gyuricza
Summary: Efficient utilization, treatment, and disposal of agricultural wastewater and sewage sludge are important environmental risks. In our research, effluent water from intensive aquaculture was evaluated for the irrigation of short rotation energy willow in a lysimeter experiment. Through applying different water types and doses, it was found that effluent water may increase yield but could lead to soil degradation in the long term due to its chemical properties.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
David Livingstone, Beatrice M. Smyth, Gary Lyons, Aoife M. Foley, Simon T. Murray, Chris Johnston
Summary: With increasing agricultural activity in Europe, concern over water quality is growing. Agricultural run-off is a major contributor to freshwater degradation. Using willow coppice as a riparian buffer has been suggested as a solution to mitigate these problems. However, there is limited research on its effectiveness and several key knowledge gaps exist. This study aims to fill these gaps and inform agri-environmental policy.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Junqin Zong, Jingbo Chen, Ling Li, Jianjian Li, Dandan Li, Jingjing Wang, Jun Liu, Jianxiu Liu
Summary: This study identified suitable reference genes for qRT-PCR in Miscanthus sacchariflorus under different abiotic stresses, providing important reference for gene expression research in this plant.
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Oleh Prysiazhniuk, Oksana Maliarenko, Mykola Roik, Yaroslav Fuchylo, Iris Lewandowski, Kristaps Makovskis, Dagnija Lazdina, Moritz von Cossel
Summary: This study in Ukraine found that growing willow and Miscanthus can lead to significant biomass production in heavy clay soils, but above 64% clay content, the production efficiency decreases significantly.
BIOFUELS BIOPRODUCTS & BIOREFINING-BIOFPR
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Colleen Zumpf, Jules Cacho, Nora Grasse, John Quinn, Jarrad Hampton-Marcell, Abigail Armstrong, Patty Campbell, M. Cristina Negri, D. K. Lee
Summary: This study integrated shrub willow buffers into a corn-soybean cropping system to reduce nitrate-N leaching from grain crop production. It was found that landscape position plays a significant role in soil chemical properties, shrub willow's influence and productivity, and the provision of additional ecosystem services. The combination of crop type and landscape position influenced the species composition of the soil microbial community, emphasizing the potential application of shrub willow buffers for ecosystem service provision.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Economics
Fionnuala Murphy, Kevin McDonnell
Article
Agricultural Engineering
John O'Loughlin, Kevin McDonnell, John Finnan
BIOMASS & BIOENERGY
(2018)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Joseph B. Sweeney, Cormac D. Murphy, Kevin McDonnell
ENZYME AND MICROBIAL TECHNOLOGY
(2018)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mert Satir, Fionnuala Murphy, Kevin McDonnell
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2018)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Gary D. Gillespie, Aoife A. Gowen, John M. Finnan, John P. Carroll, Damien J. Farrelly, Kevin P. McDonnell
BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING
(2019)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Mukaddes Kilic Bayraktar, Niamh B. Harbourne, Colette C. Fagan
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Vinay Virupaksha, Mary Harty, Kevin McDonnell
Article
Energy & Fuels
Kevin McDonnell, Levente Molnar, Mary Harty, Fionnuala Murphy
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ciara Beausang, Kevin McDonnell, Fionnuala Murphy
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2020)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Rosa C. Sullivan, Colette C. Fagan, Jane K. Parker
Summary: New data show that even low levels of fat can significantly reduce the recovery of volatile compounds. Therefore, selecting the appropriate extraction technique is crucial when extracting volatile compounds from high-fat foods.
FOOD ANALYTICAL METHODS
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Gary D. Gillespie, Oyinlola Dada, Kevin P. McDonnell
Summary: Suppressed wool prices in Ireland have caused farmers to experience net losses per animal, as the cost of shearing exceeds the value of the wool. A study suggests that hydrolysed sheep wool could provide up to 15.8% of the nitrogen needed for Ireland's cereal crops, along with significant amounts of sulfur, zinc, and copper. The main cost associated with this process is purchasing wool at an economically favorable level. Based on the distribution of sheep, Athlone is identified as the most suitable location for a processing facility.
Article
Agronomy
Isabella Donnelly, Kevin McDonnell, John Finnan
Article
Agronomy
Michael G. O'Flynn, John M. Finnan, Edna M. Curley, Kevin P. McDonnell
Article
Agricultural Engineering
John O'Loughlin, Kevin McDonnell, John Finnan
BIOMASS & BIOENERGY
(2017)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
John O'Loughlin, John Finnan, Kevin McDonnell
BIOMASS & BIOENERGY
(2017)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yinping Xiang, Meiying Jia, Rui Xu, Jialu Xu, Lele He, Haihao Peng, Weimin Sun, Dongbo Wang, Weiping Xiong, Zhaohui Yang
Summary: This study investigated the impact of the non-antibiotic pharmaceutical carbamazepine on antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) during anaerobic digestion. The results showed that carbamazepine induced the enrichment of ARGs and increased the abundance of bacteria carrying these genes. It also facilitated microbial aggregation and intercellular communication, leading to an increased frequency of ARGs transmission. Moreover, carbamazepine promoted the acquisition of ARGs by pathogens and elevated their overall abundance.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Weixin Zhao, Tianyi Hu, Hao Ma, Dan Li, Qingliang Zhao, Junqiu Jiang, Liangliang Wei
Summary: This review summarizes the effects and potential mechanisms of biochar on microbial behavior in AD systems. The addition of biochar has been found to promote microbial colonization, alleviate stress, provide nutrients, and enhance enzyme activity. Future research directions include targeted design of biochar, in-depth study of microbial mechanisms, and improved models.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Christina Karmann, Anna Magrova, Pavel Jenicek, Jan Bartacek, Vojtech Kouba
Summary: This review assesses nitrogen removal technologies in reject water treatment, highlighting the differences in environmental impacts and economic benefits. Partial nitritation-anammox shows potential for economic benefits and positive environmental outcomes when operated and controlled properly.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Wei-Hao Huang, Ying-Ju Chang, Duu-Jong Lee
Summary: This study modified pinecone biochar with layered double hydroxide (LDH) to enhance its adsorption capacity for heavy metal and phosphate ions. The LDH-biochar showed significantly improved adsorption capacities for Pb2+ and phosphate, and a slight increase for Cu2+ and Co2+. The LDH layer enhanced the adsorption through various mechanisms.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Chao Song, Fanfan Cai, Shuang Yang, Ligong Wang, Guangqing Liu, Chang Chen
Summary: This paper developed a machine learning model to predict the biochemical methane potential during anaerobic digestion. Model analysis identified lignin content, organic loading, and nitrogen content as key attributes for methane production prediction. For feedstocks with high cellulose content, early methane production is lower but can be improved by prolonging digestion time. Moreover, lignin content exceeding a certain value significantly inhibits methane production.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Sang Min Lee, Ju Young Lee, Ji-Sook Hahn, Seung-Ho Baek
Summary: This study successfully developed an efficient platform strain using Yarrowia lipolytica for the bioconversion of renewable resources into adipic acid, achieving a remarkable increase in production level.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Sefkan Kendir, Matthias Franzreb
Summary: This study presents a novel approach using magnetic separation to efficiently harvest freshwater microalgae, Chlorella vulgaris. By combining pH-induced calcium phosphate precipitation with cheap natural magnetite microparticles, harvesting efficiencies up to 98% were achieved in the model medium.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Ishaq Kariim, Ji-Yeon Park, Wajahat Waheed Kazmi, Hulda Swai, In-Gu Lee, Thomas Kivevele
Summary: The impact of reaction temperature, residence time, and ethanol: acetone on the energy compositions and yield enhancement of biocrudes was investigated. The results showed that under appropriate conditions, biocrudes with high energy and low oxygen content can be obtained, indicating a high potential for utilization.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xiyue Zhang, Xiyao Li, Liang Zhang, Yongzhen Peng
Summary: Intermittent aeration is an innovative approach to enhance nitrogen removal in low carbon-to-nitrogen ratio municipal sewage, providing an efficient strategy for the continuous plug-flow AOA process.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xu Yang, Mahmoud Mazarji, Mengtong Li, Aohua Li, Ronghua Li, Zengqiang Zhang, Junting Pan
Summary: This study investigated the impact of magnetite on the nitrogen cycle of pig manure biostabilisation. The addition of magnetite increased N2O emissions and decreased NH3 emissions during composting. It also increased the total nitrogen content but should be considered for its significant increase in N2O emissions in engineering practice.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Ty Shitanaka, Haylee Fujioka, Muzammil Khan, Manpreet Kaur, Zhi-Yan Du, Samir Kumar Khanal
Summary: The market value of microalgae has exponentially increased in the past two decades, thanks to their applications in various industries. However, the supply of high-value microalgal bioproducts is limited due to several factors, and strategies are being explored to overcome these limitations and improve microalgae production, thus increasing the availability of algal-derived bioproducts in the market.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Martin Kerner, Thorsten Wolff, Torsten Brinkmann
Summary: The efficiency of using enriched CO2 from flue gas for large-scale production of green microalgae has been studied. The results show that the use of membrane devices and static mixers can effectively improve the CO2 recovery rate and maintain the suitable pH and temperature during cultivation, achieving a more economical and sustainable microalgae production.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Rui Ma, Ji Li, Rd Tyagi, Xiaolei Zhang
Summary: This review summarizes the microorganisms capable of using CO2 and CH4 to produce PHAs, illustrating the production process, factors influencing it, and discussing optimization techniques. It identifies the challenges and future prospects for developing economically viable PHAs production using GHGs as a carbon source.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Bing Wang, Peng Zhang, Xu Guo, Xu Bao, Junjie Tian, Guomin Li, Jian Zhang
Summary: The addition of zeolite in the co-composting of chicken manure and straw significantly reduced the emissions of ammonia and N2O, and increased the nitrate content. Zeolite also promoted the abundance of nitrification genes and inhibited the expression of denitrification genes.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Rohit Dey, Franziska Ortiz Tena, Song Wang, Josef Martin Messmann, Christian Steinweg, Claudia Thomsen, Clemens Posten, Stefan Leu, Matthias S. Ullrich, Laurenz Thomsen
Summary: This study investigated the operation of a 1000L microalgae-based membrane photobioreactor system for continuous secondary wastewater treatment. The research focused on a green microalgae strain called Desmodesmus sp. The study aimed to understand key trends and optimization strategies by conducting experiments in both summer and winter seasons. The findings showed that maintaining low cell concentrations during periods of light inhibition was beneficial for nutrient uptake rates. Effective strategies for enhancing algae-based wastewater treatment included cell mass recycling and adjusting dilution rates based on light availability.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)