Research on the uses of lignin and its application with polymers. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.bioproductscentre.com/projects.aspx
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Renewable Energy: Biofuels Co-products
Publications on distiller grains from Purdue University. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.extension.purdue.edu/renewable-energy/biofuels-coproducts.shtml
Oleochemicals in the Biorefinery: Glycerol and Co-Products from Biodiesel Production
A presentation covering the advantages and challenges of utilizing glycerol, a co-product of biodiesel. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.farmfoundation.org/news/articlefiles/378-Bozell%202-7-08.pdf
Lignin production and detection in wood
This short paper provides a short explanation of lignin and techniques for detecting lignin in plant materials Follow this link to learn more: http://www.fpl.fs.fed.us/documnts/fplrn/fplrn0148.pdf
Fungal degradation of lignin
Lignin is the most abundant aromatic compound on earth, and is second only to cellulose in its contribution to living terrestrial biomass. By using fungi to degrade lignin, a multitude of chemicals can potentially be used for fuel and industrial purposes. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.fpl.fs.fed.us/documnts/pdf1997/hamme97a.pdf
What is Lignin?
A brief explanation of lignin, where it’s found, and how it can be used. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.lignoworks.ca/content/what-lignin
Wastes and Undervalued Coproducts from Biofuel Industries as Raw Materials for New Industrial Products: Greener Pathway for a Sustainable Bioeconomy
This review highlights the research results, current status, opportunities, and challenges on engineering uses of the downstream products from biofuel industries as raw materials in the design and engineering of plastic resins, biodegradable plastics, bioadhesives, biorubber and biocomposites. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.mendeley.com/research/wastes-undervalued-coproducts-biofuel-industries-raw-materials-new-industrial-products-greener-pathw/
Effects of hardwood structural and chemical characteristics on enzymatic hydrolysis for biofuel production
This study investigated the influence of various hardwood characteristics on enzymatic hydrolysis. Important hardwood species, including three Eucalyptus species, were comprehensively characterized using quantitative 13C NMR, image analysis and fiber quality analysis. Hydrolysis efficiency from all the hardwoods was correlated to the wood chemical composition and lignin characteristics. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0960852412001095
Biological Pretreatment of Lignocellulosic Substrates for Enhanced Delignification and Enzymatic Digestibility
This research article tests the Actinomycete Streptomyces griseus for its ability to digest lignin as a way to pretreat linogellulosic feedstocks for biofuel production. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.springerlink.com/content/u35t12552ru05426/
Iowa State Researchers Feed Pigs, Chickens High-Protein Fungus Grown on Ethanol Leftovers
Initial studies show a fungus grown in the leftovers of ethanol production could be a good energy feed for pigs and chickens. Follow this link to learn more: http://newswise.com/articles/iowa-state-researchers-feed-pigs-chickens-high-protein-fungus-grown-on-ethanol-leftovers?ret=/articles/list&category=&page=1&search%5Bstatus%5D=3&search%5Bsort%5D=date+desc&search%5Bhas_multimedia%5D=