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Chemical Modification of Kraft Lignin: Effect on Chemical and Thermal Properties

BioResources, 2014
Esterified kraft lignins (KL) were prepared by reaction with maleic anhydride (MA), succinic anhydride (SA), and phthalic anhydride (PA) in acetone solutions.
Yao Chen, Nicole M. Stark, Zhiyong Cai, Charles R. Frihart, Linda F. Lorenz, Rebecca E. Ibach   +5 more
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The variability of terpenoids and flavonoids in native Lindera umbellata from the same region

Journal of Wood Science, 2022
The leaves and twigs of Lindera spp. have long been used as a herbal medicine and toothpicks in Japan. However, little is known about individual variations in the extractives of these species, because many previous studies have not distinguished ...
Norihisa Kusumoto, Takuya Morikawa, Koh Hashida, Naoyuki Matsui, Tatsuro Ohira   +4 more
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The effects of cellulose nanofibers compounded in water-based undercoat paint on the discoloration and deterioration of painted wood products

Journal of Wood Science, 2021
Cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) have many potentials as filler to improve the properties of the other materials. We have developed the novel paints containing CNFs, and which controlled the discoloration of wood products.
Tomoko Shimokawa, Yukako Hishikawa, Eiji Togawa, Hajime Shibuya, Masahiko Kobayashi, Atsuko Ishikawa, Xin He, Hironari Ohki, Kengo Magara   +8 more
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Investigation on the mechanism of structural reconstruction of biochars derived from lignin and cellulose during graphitization under high temperature

Biochar, 2023
The structural reconstruction mechanism of lignin and cellulose-derived biochars during direct graphitization under ultra-high temperatures was intensively investigated.
Chao Chen, Kang Sun, Chen Huang, Mengmei Yang, Mengmeng Fan, Ao Wang, Gaoyue Zhang, Bei Li, Jianchun Jiang, Wei Xu, Junli Liu   +10 more
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Utilization of Lesser-Used Timber Species in Clustered Furniture Industries of Ethiopia

Indonesian Journal of Social and Environmental Issues, 2022
Demand for all forest products has been increasing in Ethiopia, due to population, economic growth, and the rise in the construction sector. In the past, about 85% of this demand has been covered by indigenous timber species which are now endangered and ...
Gemechu Kaba, Omer Hinde, Getachew Desalegn, Azmera Belachew, Saifu Amanuel, Eyuel Girmay, Mahadi Mussa, Asfaw Gelan   +7 more
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Long-term bending properties of cross-laminated timber made from Japanese larch under constant environment

Journal of Wood Science, 2021
Cross-laminated timber (CLT) has been used extensively in timber construction. CLT panels are typically used in roofs and floors that carry a continuous load, and it is important to examine the long-term loading capacity of CLT.
Ryuya Takanashi, Yoshinori Ohashi, Wataru Ishihara, Kazushige Matsumoto   +3 more
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The characteristics of insoluble softwood substrates affect fungal morphology, secretome composition, and hydrolytic efficiency of enzymes produced by Trichoderma reesei

Biotechnology for Biofuels, 2021
Background On-site enzyme production using Trichoderma reesei can improve yields and lower the overall cost of lignocellulose saccharification by exploiting the fungal gene regulatory mechanism that enables it to continuously adapt enzyme secretion to ...
Vera Novy, Fredrik Nielsen, Daniel Cullen, Grzegorz Sabat, Carl J. Houtman, Christopher G. Hunt   +5 more
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Productivity of Western forests: a forest products focus.

, 2005
In August 20-23, 2004, a conference was held in Kamilche, WA, with the title “Productivity of Western Forests: A Forest Products Focus.” The meeting brought together researchers and practitioners interested in discussing the economic and biological factors influencing wood production and value.
Constance A. Harrington, Stephen H. Schoenholtz   +1 more
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Comparison of Fruiting Body Characteristics Among Shiitake Varieties Developed by National Institute of Forest Science Using Sawdust Block Cultivation Method

한국균학회지, 2021
Six strains among the shiitake varieties developed by the National Institute of Forest Science were used to select suitable varieties for sawdust block cultivation method. After 100 days cultivation (60 days in dark and 40 days in light), the weight loss
Young-Ae Park, Bonghun Lee, Yeun Sug Jeong, Yeongseon Jang, Rhim Ryoo, Kang-Hyeon Ka   +5 more
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Effect of microwave pre-treatment on preservative retention and treatability of Melia composita wood

Journal of Forest Science, 2019
The species Melia composita has come to prominence only during the last decade and has been found suitable for several applications and end uses. However, being non-durable and difficult to treat some pre-treatment is required to improve preservative ...
Ajmal Samani, Sauradipta Ganguly, Renu Kanyal, Sadhna Tripathi   +3 more
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