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View article: Enhancement of sorghum biomass hydrolysis by addition of amylases to an ionic liquid-based deconstruction process
Enhancement of sorghum biomass hydrolysis by addition of amylases to an ionic liquid-based deconstruction process Open
We found that amylases are compatible with cholinium-based ionic liquids and act synergistically with other saccharolytic enzymes to deconstruct sorghum biomass. By using mixtures of sorghum grain (high starch content) and stover (low star…
View article: Integrated Biorefinery of Brewer’s Spent Grain for Second-Generation Ethanol, Mycoprotein, and Bioactive Vinasse Production
Integrated Biorefinery of Brewer’s Spent Grain for Second-Generation Ethanol, Mycoprotein, and Bioactive Vinasse Production Open
Brewer’s spent grain (BSG), the main lignocellulosic by-product of the beer industry, represents an abundant yet underutilized resource with high potential for valorization. This study presents an integrated biorefinery approach to convert…
View article: Distillable amine-based solvents for effective pretreatment of multiple biomass feedstocks
Distillable amine-based solvents for effective pretreatment of multiple biomass feedstocks Open
Exploring the potential of advanced distillable solvents as efficient biomass pretreatment agents is critical for biorefineries, enhancing fermentable sugar yields while enabling solvent recovery and recycling without suffering significant…
View article: Comparison of the efficacy of a biocompatible and a distillable solvent for pretreatment of mixed bioenergy feedstocks
Comparison of the efficacy of a biocompatible and a distillable solvent for pretreatment of mixed bioenergy feedstocks Open
Biomass deconstruction is a crucial step in the production of lignocellulosic biofuels and bioproducts. However, identifying and selecting an optimal pretreatment solvent that enhances enzymatic saccharification while being cost-efficient …
View article: Cost of Deconstruction Depots for Diversified, Waste-Based Lignocellulosic Sugars Using Distillable Solvents
Cost of Deconstruction Depots for Diversified, Waste-Based Lignocellulosic Sugars Using Distillable Solvents Open
Transitioning to a bioeconomy that makes use of low-emission and waste feedstocks requires greater flexibility to accommodate seasonal variations and mitigate long-term storage challenges, such as material loss and fire risk. To achieve th…
View article: Chelator-mediated Fenton post-treatment enhances methane yield from lignocellulosic residues via microbial community modulation
Chelator-mediated Fenton post-treatment enhances methane yield from lignocellulosic residues via microbial community modulation Open
Advancing biomethane production from anaerobic digestion (AD) is essential for building a more reliable and resilient bioenergy system. However, incomplete conversion of lignocellulose-rich agricultural waste remains a key limitation, ofte…
View article: Fast growth and high-titer bioproduction from renewable formate via metal-dependent formate dehydrogenase in Escherichia coli
Fast growth and high-titer bioproduction from renewable formate via metal-dependent formate dehydrogenase in Escherichia coli Open
View article: Recent Advances in the Use of Ionic Liquids and Deep Eutectic Solvents for Lignocellulosic Biorefineries and Biobased Chemical and Material Production
Recent Advances in the Use of Ionic Liquids and Deep Eutectic Solvents for Lignocellulosic Biorefineries and Biobased Chemical and Material Production Open
Biorefineries, which process biomass feedstocks into valuable (bio)products, aim to replace fossil fuel-based refineries to produce energy and chemicals, reducing environmental and health hazards, including climate change, and supporting a…
View article: Comparison between two different approaches for the deconstruction of lignocellulosic feedstocks using alkanolamine-based solvents
Comparison between two different approaches for the deconstruction of lignocellulosic feedstocks using alkanolamine-based solvents Open
Schematic depiction of the approach used to screen different pretreatment solvents on different biomass feedstocks.
View article: The importance of ester cleavage in the butylamine pretreatment of hybrid poplar
The importance of ester cleavage in the butylamine pretreatment of hybrid poplar Open
Butylamine is an effective in-and-out pretreatment solvent for hybrid poplar. It penetrates the cell walls and breaks ester cross-linkages, facilitating lignin release and improving enzymatic digestion.
View article: Bioconversion of self-neutralized chemically depolymerized lignin streams into polyhydroxyalkanoates
Bioconversion of self-neutralized chemically depolymerized lignin streams into polyhydroxyalkanoates Open
Combined lignin-derived streams enable microbial synthesis of biodegradable polymers, advancing integrated chemo-biological routes toward scalable and cost-effective bioplastic production.
View article: Deconstructing poplar lignin from ionic liquid pretreatment for biological conversion through sulfonation and Fenton chemistry
Deconstructing poplar lignin from ionic liquid pretreatment for biological conversion through sulfonation and Fenton chemistry Open
We present a method for depolymerization of poplar lignin for microbial conversion via sulfonation and Fenton chemistry.
View article: Advances in ionic liquid recycling for lignocellulosic biomass pretreatment
Advances in ionic liquid recycling for lignocellulosic biomass pretreatment Open
In this review, we provide a comprehensive assessment of recent advances in ionic liquid recycling technologies.
View article: Multi-scale computational screening and mechanistic insights of cyclic amines as solvents for improved lignocellulosic biomass processing
Multi-scale computational screening and mechanistic insights of cyclic amines as solvents for improved lignocellulosic biomass processing Open
A computational screening workflow for the efficient deconstruction of cellulose, lignin and hemicellulose fractions of lignocellulosic biomass using cyclic amines as solvents.
View article: Distillable Amine-Based Solvents for Effective Pretreatment of Multiple Biomass Feedstocks
Distillable Amine-Based Solvents for Effective Pretreatment of Multiple Biomass Feedstocks Open
View article: Optimization of Lipid-Coated Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles for BBB Targeted Delivery of 2-PAM to the CNS
Optimization of Lipid-Coated Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles for BBB Targeted Delivery of 2-PAM to the CNS Open
View article: Computational Advances in Ionic Liquid Applications for Green Chemistry: A Critical Review of Lignin Processing and Machine Learning Approaches
Computational Advances in Ionic Liquid Applications for Green Chemistry: A Critical Review of Lignin Processing and Machine Learning Approaches Open
The valorization and dissolution of lignin using ionic liquids (ILs) is critical for developing sustainable biorefineries and a circular bioeconomy. This review aims to critically assess the current state of computational and machine learn…
View article: Engineered reduction of S-adenosylmethionine alters lignin in sorghum
Engineered reduction of S-adenosylmethionine alters lignin in sorghum Open
Background Lignin is an aromatic polymer deposited in secondary cell walls of higher plants to provide strength, rigidity, and hydrophobicity to vascular tissues. Due to its interconnections with cell wall polysaccharides, lignin plays imp…
View article: Computational Advances in Ionic Liquid Applications for Green Chemistry: A Critical Review of Lignin Processing and Machine Learning Approaches
Computational Advances in Ionic Liquid Applications for Green Chemistry: A Critical Review of Lignin Processing and Machine Learning Approaches Open
The valorization and dissolution of lignin using ionic liquids (ILs) is critical for developing sustainable biorefineries and a circular bioeconomy. This review aims to critically assess the current state of computational and machine learn…
View article: A miniaturized feedstocks-to-fuels pipeline for screening the efficiency of deconstruction and microbial conversion of lignocellulosic biomass
A miniaturized feedstocks-to-fuels pipeline for screening the efficiency of deconstruction and microbial conversion of lignocellulosic biomass Open
Sustainably grown biomass is a promising alternative to produce fuels and chemicals and reduce the dependency on fossil energy sources. However, the efficient conversion of lignocellulosic biomass into biofuels and bioproducts often requir…
View article: The Palomar twilight survey of 'Ayló'chaxnim, Atiras, and comets
The Palomar twilight survey of 'Ayló'chaxnim, Atiras, and comets Open
Near-sun sky twilight observations allow for the detection of asteroid interior to the orbit of Venus (Aylos), the Earth (Atiras), and comets. We present the results of observations with the Palomar 48-inch telescope (P48)/Zwicky Transient…
View article: Use of a High-Throughput Reactor to Test the Pretreatment Efficiency and Removal of Alkanolamines as Solvents for Biomass Deconstruction
Use of a High-Throughput Reactor to Test the Pretreatment Efficiency and Removal of Alkanolamines as Solvents for Biomass Deconstruction Open
View article: High Selectivity Benzoquinone Production from Oxidative Depolymerization of Poplar Lignin
High Selectivity Benzoquinone Production from Oxidative Depolymerization of Poplar Lignin Open
View article: Density Functional Theory Based Insights into the Demethylation of Lignin-Derived Structures Using Protic Ionic Liquids
Density Functional Theory Based Insights into the Demethylation of Lignin-Derived Structures Using Protic Ionic Liquids Open
View article: Perspective on Lignin Conversion Strategies That Enable Next Generation Biorefineries
Perspective on Lignin Conversion Strategies That Enable Next Generation Biorefineries Open
The valorization of lignin, a currently underutilized component of lignocellulosic biomass, has attracted attention to promote a stable and circular bioeconomy. Successful approaches including thermochemical, biological, and catalytic lign…
View article: An Engineered Laccase from Fomitiporia mediterranea Accelerates Lignocellulose Degradation
An Engineered Laccase from Fomitiporia mediterranea Accelerates Lignocellulose Degradation Open
Laccases from white-rot fungi catalyze lignin depolymerization, a critical first step to upgrading lignin to valuable biodiesel fuels and chemicals. In this study, a wildtype laccase from the basidiomycete Fomitiporia mediterranea (Fom_lac…
View article: A bibliometric and content analysis of research trends in paver blocks: Mapping the scientific landscape
A bibliometric and content analysis of research trends in paver blocks: Mapping the scientific landscape Open
This study presents a novel integration of bibliometric and content analysis to comprehensively examine the research trends and scientific landscape of paver blocks. The investigation of 379 articles and reviews published across 174 journa…
View article: Mild aqueous metal catalyzed oxidative conversion of low-density polyethylene to low molecular weight aliphatic carboxylic acids
Mild aqueous metal catalyzed oxidative conversion of low-density polyethylene to low molecular weight aliphatic carboxylic acids Open
Aqueous oxidative deconstruction of low-density polyethylene (LDPE) using homogeneous first-row transition metal catalysts under mild conditions (130–150 °C and 100 PSI oxygen pressure).
View article: Biomass pretreatment with distillable ionic liquids for an effective recycling and recovery approach
Biomass pretreatment with distillable ionic liquids for an effective recycling and recovery approach Open
View article: A hybrid chemical-biological approach can upcycle mixed plastic waste with reduced cost and carbon footprint
A hybrid chemical-biological approach can upcycle mixed plastic waste with reduced cost and carbon footprint Open