Lignocellulosic Biomass Valorization

Dear Colleagues，

Lignocellulosic biomass represents the most abundant, renewable, globally available, and potent resource for producing valuable products such as biofuels, bioactive compounds, and biomaterials through fermentation. Virtually anything presently derived from oil can be sourced from lignocellulosic biomass. The challenge for researchers lies in developing innovative, environmentally friendly methods and technologies for fractionating and converting cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin from agricultural residues, forestry wastes, dedicated energy crops, and various other lignocellulose-containing waste materials into sustainable and commercially viable products. Technologies enabling the fermentation of lignocellulosic biomass play a crucial role in minimizing carbon emissions and fostering the development of a circular bioeconomy.

The aim of the Special Issue, titled "Lignocellulosic Biomass Valorization", is to showcase innovative research and advancements in sustainable fermentation-based technologies for converting lignocellulosic biomass into high-value-added and novel products.

The scope of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following:

1. Technological innovations in the pretreatment and processing of lignocellulosic biomass to enhance the bioavailability of cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin;
2. Development of novel approaches in fermentation technology to improve product yield and biomass conversion efficiency;
3. Pathways and processes for developing novel bio-based products through the microbiological transformation of lignocellulosic biomass;
4. Economic analyses evaluating the economic viability and environmental impact of fermentation technologies for biomass valorization.

Prof. Indrikis Muiznieks
Prof. Dr. Alexander Rapoport
Guest Editors

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• lignocellulosic biomass
• integrated bioprocess
• bioactive compounds
• separation and purification
• bacterial, yeast, and fungal strain development
• cellulases and laccases
• assessment of fermentation product activity