Lignin for energy applications–state of the art, life cycle, technoeconomic analysis and future trends

A Beaucamp, M Muddasar, IS Amiinu, MM Leite… - Green …, 2022 - pubs.rsc.org
Lignin is produced in large quantities as a by-product of the papermaking and biofuel
industries. Lignin is the most abundant aromatic biopolymer on the planet with its chemical …

Lignin fractionation from lignocellulosic biomass using deep eutectic solvents and its valorization

M Zhou, OA Fakayode, AEGA Yagoub, Q Ji… - … and Sustainable Energy …, 2022 - Elsevier
Lignin, the most abundant natural aromatic feedstock, is one of the most renewable
resources for many biofuels, chemicals, and smart materials. Recent progress in deep …

History repeats itself again: Will the mistakes of the past for ILs be repeated for DESs? From being considered ionic liquids to becoming their alternative: The …

J Afonso, A Mezzetta, IM Marrucho, L Guazzelli - Green Chemistry, 2023 - pubs.rsc.org
The establishment of the place of Deep Eutectic Solvents (DESs) as a new class of green
solvents was essentially grounded on naïve comparisons with Ionic Liquids (ILs), since both …

[HTML][HTML] Recent progress in biomedical and biotechnological applications of lignin-based spherical nano-and microstructures: a comprehensive review

M Stanisz, MN Collins, T Jesionowski - Materials Today Chemistry, 2022 - Elsevier
Spherical particles based on materials of natural origin have recently gained increased
attention because of their unique properties, including shape, structure, and ability to …

Kamlet–taft parameters of deep eutectic solvents and their relationship with dissolution of main lignocellulosic components

L Zhang, H Yu, S Liu, Y Wang, T Mu… - Industrial & Engineering …, 2023 - ACS Publications
Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) have attracted significant interest in dissolving lignocellulosic
components. However, revealing the relationship between the solvation properties of DESs …

Effective biomass fractionation and lignin stabilization using a diol DES system

J Cheng, C Huang, Y Zhan, S Han, J Wang… - Chemical Engineering …, 2022 - Elsevier
A sustainable and renewable biorefinery will increase the economic viability of
lignocellulose-derived products. In this study, a diol-based deep eutectic solvent (DES) was …

Hemicellulose degradation: An overlooked issue in acidic deep eutectic solvents pretreatment of lignocellulosic biomass

Z Chen, Y Wang, H Cheng, H Zhou - Industrial Crops and Products, 2022 - Elsevier
Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) based pretreatment is an emerging approach to overcome
recalcitrance of lignocellulosic biomass and improve its processability. Among different …

[HTML][HTML] Recent advances in biorefineries based on lignin extraction using deep eutectic solvents: A review

Á Lobato-Rodríguez, B Gullón, A Romaní… - Bioresource …, 2023 - Elsevier
Considering the urgent need for alternative biorefinery schemes based on sustainable
development, this review aims to summarize the state-of-the-art in the use of deep eutectic …

Tailored one-pot lignocellulose fractionation to maximize biorefinery toward controllable producing lignin nanoparticles and facilitating enzymatic hydrolysis

CY Ma, LH Xu, Q Sun, XJ Shen, JL Wen… - Chemical Engineering …, 2022 - Elsevier
To achieve the global bio-based recycling economy with lignocellulosic biomass as
feedstock, the additional value must be gained from both carbohydrates and lignin. In this …

[HTML][HTML] The isolation of lignin with native-like structure

Z Wang, PJ Deuss - Biotechnology Advances, 2023 - Elsevier
Searching for renewable alternatives for fossil carbon resources to produce chemicals, fuels
and materials is essential for the development of a sustainable society. Lignin, a major …