Polymeric materials undergo degradation when exposed to outdoor conditions due to the
synergistic effects of sunlight, air, heat, and moisture. The degradation can lead to a decline …

Lignin is a green aromatic polymer constructed from repeating phenylpropane units,
incorporating features such as phenolic hydroxyl groups, carbonyl groups, and conjugated …

Ultraviolet (UV) blocking films are an emerging technology currently being utilized in food
packaging applications. UV radiation can cause photochemical reactions in food products …

Herein, three pretreated grapevine lignins were incorporated into carboxymethyl cellulose
films. The effects of traditional NaOH pretreated lignin and DES (ChCl-LA, ChCl-LA & K 2 …

The shift of using biodegradable materials for food packaging is becoming a global trend, as
environmental consciousness constantly being raised. Enhancing the antimicrobial …

The natural abundance, polymer stability, biodegradability, and natural antimicrobial
properties of lignin open a wide range of potential applications aiming for sustainability. In …

Due to the diversity of industrial lignin sources and the complexity of its structure, its
application as a high-value material is limited. Lignin nanoparticles (LNPs) have emerged …

Sustainable poly (butylene succinate)(PBS) films incorporating lignin nanoparticles (LN) and
trans-cinnamaldehyde (CN) have been developed to preserve mango freshness and …

Engineered transparent wood (ETW), derived from the modification of natural wood,
presents a sustainable and aesthetically pleasing alternative to traditional glass. This review …

This study presents a method for the self-formation of lignin particles within a polylactic acid
(PLA) matrix during melt-extrusion, eliminating the need for separation and drying steps …