Electrocatalytic Lignin Valorization via Enhanced H₂O₂ Generation Using a MWNCT-Modified Gas Diffusion Electrode.
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DOI: 10.1002/cplu.202400769
Abstract: The electrocatalytic valorization of lignin provides a sustainable route to valuable chemicals under mild conditions, yet achieving high efficiency and selectivity remains challenging. Here, we develop gas diffusion electrodes (GDEs) modified with few-layer graphene (GR)… read more here.
Keywords: gas diffusion; lignin valorization; lignin; generation ... See more keywords
Lignin valorization to bioplastics with an aromatic hub metabolite-based autoregulation system
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DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-53609-3
Abstract: Exploring microorganisms with downstream synthetic advantages in lignin valorization is an effective strategy to increase target product diversity and yield. This study ingeniously engineers the non-lignin-degrading bacterium Ralstonia eutropha H16 (also known as Cupriavidus necator… read more here.
Keywords: system; lignin valorization; hub metabolite; lignin ... See more keywords
Lignin valorization through microbial production of polyhydroxyalkanoates: Recent trends, challenges and opportunities
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DOI: 10.1039/d5gc00370a
Abstract: Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) are biopolymers produced by bacteria under nitrogen-limited and carbon-rich conditions and have been explored as a potential replacement for petroleum-based plastics. Despite their versatile applications and non-toxic and... read more here.
Keywords: lignin valorization; valorization microbial; production polyhydroxyalkanoates; recent trends ... See more keywords
Toward engineering E. coli with an autoregulatory system for lignin valorization
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DOI: 10.1073/pnas.1720129115
Abstract: Significance Lignin valorization is critical for economic viability of future biorefineries but is hindered due to the challenges of engineered bio-chassis such as the slow kinetics of substrate uptake, aromatics toxicity, and cost. Here, an… read more here.
Keywords: autoregulatory system; lignin derived; lignin valorization; system ... See more keywords
Ambient-pressure lignin valorization to high-performance polymers by intensified reductive catalytic deconstruction
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DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.abj7523
Abstract: Chemocatalytic lignin valorization strategies are critical for a sustainable bioeconomy, as lignin, especially technical lignin, is one of the most available and underutilized aromatic feedstocks. Here, we provide the first report of an intensified reactive… read more here.
Keywords: catalytic deconstruction; reductive catalytic; pressure; lignin valorization ... See more keywords
Recent advances in lignin valorization with bacterial cultures: microorganisms, metabolic pathways, and bio-products
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DOI: 10.1186/s13068-019-1376-0
Abstract: Lignin is the most abundant aromatic substrate on Earth and its valorization technologies are still under developed. Depolymerization and fragmentation are the predominant preparatory strategies for valorization of lignin to chemicals and fuels. However, due… read more here.
Keywords: valorization bacterial; lignin valorization; valorization; advances lignin ... See more keywords
Endophytes in Lignin Valorization: A Novel Approach
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DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2022.895414
Abstract: Lignin, one of the essential components of lignocellulosic biomass, comprises an abundant renewable aromatic resource on the planet earth. Although 15%––40% of lignocellulose pertains to lignin, its annual valorization rate is less than 2% which… read more here.
Keywords: endophytes lignin; valorization novel; valorization; lignin valorization ... See more keywords
Recent Advancements and Challenges in Lignin Valorization: Green Routes towards Sustainable Bioproducts
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DOI: 10.3390/molecules27186055
Abstract: The aromatic hetero-polymer lignin is industrially processed in the paper/pulp and lignocellulose biorefinery, acting as a major energy source. It has been proven to be a natural resource for useful bioproducts; however, its depolymerization and… read more here.
Keywords: advancements challenges; recent advancements; challenges lignin; valorization ... See more keywords
Lignin Valorization from Lignocellulosic Biomass: Extraction, Depolymerization, and Applications in the Circular Bioeconomy
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DOI: 10.3390/su17219913
Abstract: Lignocellulosic biomass—the non-edible fraction of plants composed of cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin—is the most abundant renewable carbon resource and a key lever for shifting from fossil to bio-based production. Agro-industrial residues (straws, cobs, shells, bagasse,… read more here.
Keywords: lignin valorization; lignin; valorization lignocellulosic; depolymerization ... See more keywords