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Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Yingren Lyu, Hairui Ji, Xingxiang Ji, Zhongjian Tian, Fengshan Zhang
Summary: In this study, maleic acid was used to pretreat Kenaf stalk lignocellulosic biomass and produce light-colored dissolved lignin. The lignin was further transformed into lignin nanospheres for use in sunscreens. The lignin-based sunscreen showed a significantly higher sun protection factor than commercially available sunscreens. Moreover, the remaining solid after pretreatment was utilized to produce Kenaf fibers, which improved the strength and durability of paper.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lorenz P. Manker, Graham R. Dick, Adrien Demongeot, Maxime A. Hedou, Christele Rayroud, Thibault Rambert, Marie J. Jones, Irina Sulaeva, Mariella Vieli, Yves Leterrier, Antje Potthast, Francois Marechal, Veronique Michaud, Harm-Anton Klok, Jeremy S. Luterbacher
Summary: The direct transformation of the hemicellulosic fraction of non-edible biomass into a tricyclic diester plastic precursor is demonstrated, which can be further processed into amorphous polyesters with high mechanical properties and strong gas barriers. These materials also possess the ability of chemical recycling and degradation.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xi Cheng, Bruna Palma, Heng Zhao, Hongguang Zhang, Jiu Wang, Zhangxin Chen, Jinguang Hu
Summary: Photoreforming of lignocellulosic biomass to produce gas fuels and value-added chemicals is a promising strategy to address the fossil fuels crisis. Although the utilization of lignin via photoreforming is still in the early stages, it has exciting potential. This review summarizes the latest progress in the photoreforming of lignin-derived components and real lignin, providing insights for lignin photocatalytic valorization and introducing analytic methods for characterizing the conversion and distribution of lignin products. The challenges and perspectives of lignin photoreforming are also discussed, aiming to guide the future valorization of biomass into valuable chemicals and fuels through mild photoreforming processes.
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Microbiology
Shandre S. L. Weels, Pamela J. Welz, Alaric Prins, Marilize Le Roes-Hill
Summary: This study analyzed the microbial communities in different types of South African peatlands and identified the main environmental drivers that influence these communities. The results showed that different types of peatlands have distinct microbial compositions, and physicochemical parameters like nitrogen, aluminum, phosphorus, potassium, iron, and humification play significant roles in shaping microbial diversity.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yingren Lyu, Xing-Xiang Ji, Zhongjian Tian, Hairui Ji, Fengshan Zhang, Lin Dai, Hongxiang Xie, Chuanling Si
Summary: This study developed a green and facile approach to extract light-colored lignin and demonstrated its potential application as a sunscreen additive. Additionally, the residual fibers from Kenaf stalks were utilized in combination with softwood pulp to reduce the consumption of commercial pulp and improve the mechanical properties of paper.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
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Agricultural Engineering
Liangcai Ma, Ru Sun, Hongxiang Yang, Jixuan Li, Xiaoli Wen, Ziyi Cao, Yucheng Zhou, Mengxin Fu, Qunliang Li
Summary: This study found that adding shell powder (SP) can significantly enhance the efficiency of lignin degradation and humus formation during composting, thus improving the quality of compost.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Mason Chin, Sang Mi Suh, Zhen Fang, Eric L. Hegg, Tianning Diao
Summary: Lignin, a complex polymer in biomass, can be depolymerized into phenylpropanoid monomers using reverse biosynthesis, which can be further utilized in the production of fragrances, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals.
Article
Thermodynamics
Hoyoung Park, Jaewon Byun, Jeehoon Han
Summary: This paper presents a thermochemical process design and techno-economic analysis for the production of methanol from Kenaf cultivated in Korea. The process has high overall energy efficiency and economic feasibility, with all energy requirements being satisfied internally and excess electricity available for sale.
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Energy & Fuels
Hegne Pupart, Piia Joul, Melissa Ingela Bramanis, Tiit Lukk
Summary: Lignin, as Nature's major source of aromatic chemistry, is considered a green alternative to the fossil-based chemical industry. Enzymes, particularly dye-decolorizing peroxidases (DyPs) from Streptomyces coelicolor A3(2) (ScDyPs), are potential solutions to the challenging utilization of lignin. This study focuses on the characterization of ScDyPs in the enzymatic modification of organosolv lignins from aspen and Miscanthus x giganteus, revealing their ability to remodel grassy biomass lignins and deconstruct hardwood lignins, as well as polymerize low-molecular-weight phenolics for their removal from solutions.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Suchat Pongchaiphol, Nopparat Suriyachai, Bongkot Hararak, Marisa Raita, Navadol Laosiripojana, Verawat Champreda
Summary: Lignin is a promising alternative to petrochemical precursors for industrial-needed products. Organosolv lignins extracted from different agricultural wastes have different physico-chemical characteristics. These findings provide insights into the further applications of organosolv lignins in chemical, polymer, and material industries.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Solange Grace Barrios-Gutierrez, Martha Ines Velez-Mercado, Julia Rodrigues Ortega, Awana da Silva Lima, Ana Luiza da Rocha Fortes Saraiva, Gabriela Leila Berto, Fernando Segato
Summary: Basidiomycetes are highly effective decomposers of plant materials, thanks to their oxidative enzymes, especially lytic polysaccharide monooxygenases (LPMOs). LPMOs play a significant role in lignocellulosic biomass deconstruction, and their enzymatic and non-enzymatic mechanisms for biomass conversion are explored in this review. The Carbohydrate-Binding Modules and other C-terminal domains associated with the structure of LPMOs are discussed for their importance in lignocellulosic biomass deconstruction.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
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Energy & Fuels
Reeta Rani Singhania, Anil Kumar Patel, Tirath Raj, Chiu-Wen Chen, Vinoth Kumar Ponnusamy, Nadeem Tahir, Sang-Hyoun Kim, Cheng-Di Dong
Summary: The study on enzymatic degradation and modification of lignin is of great significance for transforming it into high-value chemicals and promoting the development of sustainable bio-based economy.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Yiming Li, Chenyang Lv, Peifeng Cheng, Yanjun Chen, Zhanming Zhang
Summary: The development of sustainable green road materials with bio-resin is studied. Lignin-based phenol formaldehyde (LPF) resin modified asphalt was prepared and its properties were evaluated. LPF resin and phenol formaldehyde (PF) resin can increase the proportion of large-size molecules and elastic components of asphalt binder, enhance its high-temperature deformation recovery ability, improve fatigue performance, aging resistance, and cracking resistance of asphalt binders.
CASE STUDIES IN CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
(2023)
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Microbiology
Dimitrios Argyropoulos, Charoula Psallida, Paraskevi Sitareniou, Emmanouil Flemetakis, Panagiota Diamantopoulou
Summary: The production of various biochemical compounds from the mycelium of four strains of Basidiomycetes species during batch culture in shaking flasks was studied. The results showed differences in biomass and product concentrations among different strains. The strong correlation between RNA and biomass/protein synthesis was observed. The production of total glucan and glucanase also increased during cultivation.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiaoqi Wang, Mo Qiu, Yiwei Tang, Jirui Yang, Feng Shen, Xinhua Qi, Yingliang Yu
Summary: By synthesizing sulfonated lignin-derived ordered mesoporous carbon solid acid using the EISA method, a high xylose conversion rate and furfural yield were achieved. The catalyst showed excellent stability and reusability, making it suitable for catalytic conversion of xylan.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bendik C. Brinchmann, Eric Le Ferrec, Normand Podechard, Dominique Lagadic-Gossmann, Kenji F. Shoji, Aubin Penna, Klara Kukowski, Alena Kubatova, Jorn A. Holme, Johan Ovrevik
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2018)
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Biochemical Research Methods
Ganna Flanagan, Anastasia A. Andrianova, Jana Casey, Eric Hellrung, Bonnie A. Diep, Wayne S. Seames, Alena Kubatova
JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A
(2019)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Jose Serrano, Mark A. Tapper, Richard C. Kolanczyk, Barbara R. Sheedy, Tylor Lahren, Dean E. Hammermeister, Jeffrey S. Denny, Michael W. Hornung, Alena Kubatova, Patricia A. Kosian, Jessica Voelker, Patricia K. Schmieder
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Biochemical Research Methods
Kukowski Klara, Gysbers Brianna, Stephen Fisher, Alena Kubatova
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Brett Nespor, Anastasia Andrianova, Sean Pollack, Creighton Pfau, Muhammad Arifuzzaman, Nazrul Islam, Alena Kubatova, Khwaja Hossain
Review
Biochemical Research Methods
Alena Kubatova, Anastasia A. Andrianova, Joshua Hatton, Evguenii I. Kozliak
RAPID COMMUNICATIONS IN MASS SPECTROMETRY
(2020)
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Engineering, Environmental
Feng Xiao, Pavankumar Challa Sasi, Bin Yao, Alena Kubatova, Svetlana A. Golovko, Mikhail Y. Golovko, Dana Soli
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LETTERS
(2020)
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Chemistry, Physical
Evguenii Kozliak, Mark Sulkes, Irina P. Smoliakova, Ibrahim Alhroub, Brett Nespor, Bin Yao, Alena Kubatova
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY A
(2020)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Srikanth Vijjamarri, Timothy M. O'Denius, Bin Yao, Alena Kubatov, Guodong Du
Letter
Engineering, Chemical
Swapnil Fegade, Brian Tande, Alena Kubatova, Wayne Seames, Evguenii Kozliak
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2021)
Letter
Engineering, Environmental
Feng Xiao, Pavankumar Challa Sasi, Bin Yao, Alena Kubatova, Svetlana A. Golovko, Mikhail Y. Golovko, Dana Soli
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LETTERS
(2021)
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Engineering, Environmental
Ali Alinezhad, Heng Shao, Katerina Litvanova, Runze Sun, Alena Kubatova, Wen Zhang, Yang Li, Feng Xiao
Summary: This study investigates the thermal decomposition mechanisms of perfluoroalkyl ether carboxylic acids (PFECAs) and short-chain perfluoroalkyl carboxylic acids (PFCAs) that have been used as replacements for phased-out per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Experimental and computational results show that the thermal decomposition mechanisms involve C-C bond cleavage and radical recombination. Additionally, novel thermal decomposition products of studied PFAS were detected. This study provides important insights into the thermal decomposition mechanisms of PFECAs and short-chain PFCAs.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
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Engineering, Environmental
Ali Alinezhad, Pavankumar Challa Sasi, Ping Zhang, Bin Yao, Alena Kubatova, Svetlana A. Golovko, Mikhail Y. Golovko, Feng Xiao
Summary: This study found that the thermal decomposition and thermal desorption of PFAS in soil were rapid at moderate temperatures. Regardless of the initial PFAS level and soil texture, a high temperature led to substantial degradation of PFAS in soil. Additionally, the presence of kaolinite affected the degradation yield.
ACS ES&T ENGINEERING
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Evguenii Kozliak, Mark Sulkes, Ibrahim Alhroub, Alena Kubatova, Anastasia Andrianova, Wayne Seames
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2019)
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Shi Bian, Anastasia A. Andrianova, Alena Kubatova, Guodong Du
MATERIALS TODAY COMMUNICATIONS
(2019)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
