Preparation and modification of nanocellulose and its application to heavy metal adsorption: A review

H Jiang, S Wu, J Zhou - International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023 - Elsevier
Heavy metals are a notable pollutant in aquatic ecosystems that results in many deadly
diseases of the human body after enrichment through the food chain. As an environmentally …

The potential of lignin-functionalized metal catalysts-A systematic review

M Mennani, M Kasbaji, AA Benhamou… - … and Sustainable Energy …, 2024 - Elsevier
The deployment of lignin, one of the most naturally occurring biopolymers and sources of
aromatics with plenty of reactive functional sites, in discovering and develo** catalysts …

Adsorption of cationic and anionic dyes onto coffee grounds cellulose/sodium alginate double-network hydrogel beads: Isotherm analysis and recyclability …

M Kasbaji, M Mennani, N Grimi, M Oubenali… - International journal of …, 2023 - Elsevier
This work describes the preparation of new eco-friendly adsorbents with a simple method.
Gel beads of coffee grounds cellulose (CGC) and sodium alginate (SA) were prepared for …

[HTML][HTML] Advances in the extraction, classification, modification, emerging and advanced applications of crystalline cellulose: a review

EC Emenike, KO Iwuozor, OD Saliu, J Ramontja… - Carbohydrate Polymer …, 2023 - Elsevier
The distinctive characteristics and versatile applications of crystalline cellulose have
garnered considerable interest in the 21st century, making it an emerging and promising …

How can cellulosic fibers enhance adhesion in engineered wood?

AA Benhamou, A Boussetta, MH Salim… - Materials Science and …, 2024 - Elsevier
Cellulosic fibers have garnered significant attention in both academic research and industry
due to their appealing physicochemical properties, distinctive structural qualities, and wide …

Bio-based functionalized adsorptive polymers for sustainable water decontamination: A systematic review of challenges and real-world implementation

M Kasbaji, M Mennani, M Oubenali, AA Benhamou… - Environmental …, 2023 - Elsevier
The overwhelming concerns of water pollution, industrial discharges and environmental
deterioration by various organic and inorganic substances, including dyes, heavy metals …

Rational strategy for construction of multifunctional coatings for achieving high fire safety, antibacterial, UV protection and electrical conductivity functions of textile …

NF Attia, AM Zakria, MA Nour, NA Abd El-Ghany… - Materials Today …, 2023 - Elsevier
Sustainable and innovative multifunctional organic coatings were designed and developed
for integrating effective flame retardancy, ultraviolet (UV) radiation protection, electrical …

Exploration of multifunctional properties of garlic skin derived cellulose nanocrystals and extracts incorporated chitosan biocomposite films for active packaging …

MH Salim, Z Kassab, Y Abdellaoui… - International Journal of …, 2022 - Elsevier
For many years, garlic has been used as a condiment in food and traditional medicine.
However, the garlic skin, which accounts for 25% of the garlic bulk, is considered agricultural …

Thermo-compression process-mediated in-situ cellulose microfibers phosphorylation enables high performant cellulosic paper packaging

FZ Semlali, AA Benhamou, K El Bourakadi… - Chemical Engineering …, 2023 - Elsevier
With the increasing demand for environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional plastic
packaging, the development of sustainable cellulosic-based materials has become a …

Beneficiation of cactus fruit waste seeds for the production of cellulose nanostructures: Extraction and properties

AA Benhamou, Z Kassab, A Boussetta… - International Journal of …, 2022 - Elsevier
Cactus fruit waste seeds (CWS) are a by-product of the cactus fruit processing industry. Until
now, CWS are not recoverable in any sector. The valorization of these residues may reduce …