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Release of cell wall phenolic esters during hydrothermal pretreatment of rice husk and rice straw

Biotechnology for Biofuels, 2018
Background Rice husk and rice straw represent promising sources of biomass for production of renewable fuels and chemicals. For efficient utilisation, lignocellulosic components must first be pretreated to enable efficient enzymatic saccharification and ...
Jia Wu, Samuel R. A. Collins, Adam Elliston, Nikolaus Wellner, Jo Dicks, Ian N. Roberts, Keith W. Waldron   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Potential of solid‐state microwaves in lab‐scale chemical‐process development

Journal of Chemical Technology &Biotechnology, EarlyView.
Abstract BACKGROUND The integration of a solid‐state microwave (MW) generator into a newly designed, versatile MW reactor ensures improved energy efficiency, precise process control and broader application potential. In its most particular feature, the device supports the modification of dielectric‐radiation orientation and can be operated under ...
Christian Cravotto, Clelia Aimone, Giorgio Capaldi, Giorgio Grillo, Giancarlo Cravotto   +4 more
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Valorization of Agri-Food Waste into PHA and Bioplastics: From Waste Selection to Transformation

Applied Sciences
The valorization of agri-food waste is a pivotal component in developing the circular economy, wherein waste is given a second life through various conversion technologies.
Marta Arriaga, Francisco Javier Pinar, Irene Izarra, Jesús del Amo, Javier Vicente, Francisco Jesús Fernández-Morales, Javier Mena   +6 more
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Impact of spring rape varieties on protein extraction from press cake, emulsifying properties and antinutrient content

Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, EarlyView.
Abstract BACKGROUND Rapeseed is the second most cultivated oilseed globally after soybean and a protein‐rich press cake is generated after liberation of the oil. However, its use in food applications is limited by high levels of anti‐nutrients such as glucosinolates and phytic acid. Although differences between botanical varieties are known, controlled
Cecilia Ahlström, Evangelia Papagianni, Eu Sheng Wang, Inger‐Cecilia Mayer Labba, Ann‐Sofie Sanberg, Emil Andersson, Johan Thuvander, Karolina Östbring   +7 more
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Sequential catalytic lignin valorization and bioethanol production: an integrated biorefinery strategy

Biotechnology for Biofuels and Bioproducts
Background The effective valorization of lignin and carbohydrates in lignocellulose matrix under the concept of biorefinery is a primary strategy to produce sustainable chemicals and fuels.
Yilu Wu, Changsheng Su, Zicheng Liao, Gege Zhang, Yongjie Jiang, Yankun Wang, Changwei Zhang, Di Cai, Peiyong Qin, Tianwei Tan   +9 more
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Spruce Bark Biorefinery

, 2013
Norway spruce Picea abies is a key raw material for the forest industry in the Nordic countries. In order to improve the competitiveness of the forest industry by valorising residues and creating value from new products, we have studied the upgrading of spruce bark into transport fuels and chemicals.
Kemppainen, Katariina, Niemelä, T., Inkinen, J., Uusitalo, Jaana, Kaijaluoto, Sakari, Sorsamäki, Lotta, Aaltonen, O., Suurnäkki, Anna, Peltonen, S., Mikkonen, Hannu, Grönberg, Vidar, Kruus, Kristiina, Nakari-Setälä, Tiina, Siika-aho, Matti   +13 more
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Enhancing the Functional Properties of Polylactic Acid by Incorporation of Esterified Lignin

Journal of Polymer Science, EarlyView.
Esterified lignin from agro‐industrial wastes enhances the hydrophobicity, UV‐shielding efficiency, and antioxidant capacity of polylactic acid composites. ABSTRACT Incorporating lignin as an additive is a promising strategy to overcome the limitations of PLA‐based composites.
Rogerio Martins Vieira, Emilie Gauthier, Syamak Farajikhah, Hernán Dário Zamora Zamora, Fariba Dehghani, Peter Halley, Michel Brienzo   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Plant biostimulants and their potential role in achieving the United Nations sustainable development goals

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
Plant biostimulants are substances that are obtained from a variety of sources and are applied in minute quantities to enhance plant growth and vigor. In this review we detail how the use of plant biostimulants may contribute to efforts to achieving a number of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Patrick Quille, Joanna Kacprzyk, Shane OConnell, Carl K.‐Y. Ng   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Diverse Prairie Mixtures Stabilize Biomass Yields for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
Meeting global demand for sustainable aviation fuel will require the additional production of vast quantities of plant biomass, which does not compete with food production or degrade sensitive ecosystems. Our multisite experiment shows that sowing diverse native prairie seed mixes—and managing them without intensive inputs—yields a more reliable ...
Craig R. See, Yi Yang, Jacob M. Jungers
wiley   +1 more source

Nutritional properties, traditional uses and potential new applications for the sotol plant (Asparagaceae, Convallarioideae): A review

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
Sotol (Dasylirion spp.) is a resilient desert plant that sustains ecosystems, cultures and livelihoods in Chihuahua Desert. Our review highlights its nutritional properties, traditional uses and potential new applications in food, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy and water remediation. By synthesizing evidence across disciplines, we show how sotol can
Dámaris Leopoldina Ojeda Barrios, Antonio Martínez Ruiz, Marisela Calderón Jurado, Ramón Saúl Luján Aguirre, Juan Luis Jacobo Cuellar, Oscar Sariñana‐Aldaco, María Teresa Martínez Damián, Oscar Cruz Alvarez   +7 more
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