The first bacteria-produced lignin-degrading enzyme has been isolated from a soil bacterium that is related to plant pathogens. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/06/110609112905.htm
Author: william.herring
“Genome, Transcriptome, and Secretome Analysis of Wood Decay Fungus Postia placenta Supports Unique Mechanisms of Lignocellulose Conversion
Research on brown-rot fungus to determine potential catalysts for lignin depolymerization. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.pnas.org/content/106/6/1954.short
Tracking dynamics of Plant Biomass Composting by Changes in Substrate Structure, Microbial Community, and Enzyme Activity
How easy is it to break down plant cells? This research tests various environmental conditions to find out how to break down cellulose and lignin efficiently. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.biotechnologyforbiofuels.com/content/5/1/20
Teaching a microbe to make fuel
A genetically modified organism could turn carbon dioxide or waste products into a gasoline-compatible transportation fuel. Follow this link to learn more: http://web.mit.edu/newsoffice/2012/genetically-modified-organism-can-turn-carbon-dioxide-into-fuel-0821.html
Acid in Ionic Liquid: An Efficient System for Hydrolysis of Lignocellulose
Research discussing the use of acid in ionic liquid to hydrolyze lignocellulosic materials. Follow this link to learn more: http://pubs.rsc.org/en/Content/ArticleLanding/2008/GC/b711512a
Challenges on the Road to Biofuels
What are some common problems in the lignocellulose-based ethanol production line? This review highlights some of the concerns for present and future technologies. Follow this link to learn more: http://nabc.cals.cornell.edu/pubs/nabc_19/NABC19_5Plenary2_Gibbons.pdf
Energy, Ecosystem, and Environmental Change — The potentials of Next Generation Bio-jet Fuels: A multi-agent life cycle assessment approach
How do you go about analyzing the sustainability of a biojet fuel? This publication addresses the many facets of Life Cycle Assessments for biojet. Follow this link to learn more: http://jrceec.utk.edu/workshops/AnnualWorkshop2010/Workshop2010.pdf#page=10
Carbon Emission Reduction Impacts from Alternative Biofuels
Using life-cycle analysis to evaluate alternative uses of wood including both products and fuels reveals a hierarchy of carbon and energy impacts characterized by their efficiency in reducing carbon emissions and/or in displacing fossil energy imports. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.forestprod.org/assets/FPJ_articles_62_4/fpro-62-04-296.pdf
Wood supply assessment for commercial-scale biomass power cogeneration and biomass utilization projects in Central Washington
This report shows the results of a market analysis on potential wood biomass residuals in Central Washington Follow this link to learn more: http://tapash.org/documents/biomass-assessment-report.pdf
Life-cycle Assessment of Flash Pyrolysis of Wood Waste
Research examining the environmental impact of flash pyrolysis of woody biomass. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0959652610001253