Recent Advancements and Challenges in Lignin Valorization: Green Routes towards Sustainable Bioproducts
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 conversion into high-value-added chemicals is the majo...
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| description | 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 conversion into high-value-added chemicals is the major challenge due to the complicated structure and heterogeneity. Conversely, the various pre-treatments techniques and valorization strategies offers a potential solution for developing a biomass-based biorefinery. Thus, the current review focus on the new isolation techniques for lignin, various pre-treatment approaches and biocatalytic methods for the synthesis of sustainable value-added products. Meanwhile, the challenges and prospective for the green synthesis of various biomolecules via utilizing the complicated hetero-polymer lignin are also discussed. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-97b05f4645a744c795a098d4699666952023-11-23T18:03:39ZengMDPI AGMolecules1420-30492022-09-012718605510.3390/molecules27186055Recent Advancements and Challenges in Lignin Valorization: Green Routes towards Sustainable BioproductsMati Ullah0Pengyang Liu1Shangxian Xie2Su Sun3College of Urban Construction, Wuchang Shouyi University, Wuhan 430070, ChinaDepartment of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Technology, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, ChinaDepartment of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Technology, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, ChinaCollege of Urban Construction, Wuchang Shouyi University, Wuhan 430070, ChinaThe 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 conversion into high-value-added chemicals is the major challenge due to the complicated structure and heterogeneity. Conversely, the various pre-treatments techniques and valorization strategies offers a potential solution for developing a biomass-based biorefinery. Thus, the current review focus on the new isolation techniques for lignin, various pre-treatment approaches and biocatalytic methods for the synthesis of sustainable value-added products. Meanwhile, the challenges and prospective for the green synthesis of various biomolecules via utilizing the complicated hetero-polymer lignin are also discussed.https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/27/18/6055ligninbiocatalysisvalorizationgreen synthesis |
| spellingShingle | Mati Ullah Pengyang Liu Shangxian Xie Su Sun Recent Advancements and Challenges in Lignin Valorization: Green Routes towards Sustainable Bioproducts Molecules lignin biocatalysis valorization green synthesis |
| title | Recent Advancements and Challenges in Lignin Valorization: Green Routes towards Sustainable Bioproducts |
| title_full | Recent Advancements and Challenges in Lignin Valorization: Green Routes towards Sustainable Bioproducts |
| title_fullStr | Recent Advancements and Challenges in Lignin Valorization: Green Routes towards Sustainable Bioproducts |
| title_full_unstemmed | Recent Advancements and Challenges in Lignin Valorization: Green Routes towards Sustainable Bioproducts |
| title_short | Recent Advancements and Challenges in Lignin Valorization: Green Routes towards Sustainable Bioproducts |
| title_sort | recent advancements and challenges in lignin valorization green routes towards sustainable bioproducts |
| topic | lignin biocatalysis valorization green synthesis |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/27/18/6055 |
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