Waste as Feedstock for Fermentation

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue of Fermentation focuses on the innovative and sustainable use of waste materials as feedstock for fermentation processes. Here, we aim to bring together a collection of cutting-edge research articles that explore the potential of transforming various waste streams into valuable products through fermentation.

As the world grapples with increasing waste generation and environmental concerns, the need for sustainable and circular solutions has never been more pressing. Utilizing waste as a feedstock for fermentation not only addresses waste disposal issues but also contributes to the production of biofuels, biochemicals, and other high-value products, thereby promoting a circular economy.

This Special Issue covers a wide range of topics, including the characterization and pretreatment of different waste materials, the optimization of fermentation processes, and the economic and environmental impacts of using waste-derived feedstocks. Our contributors present innovative approaches and technologies for converting agricultural residues, food waste, industrial by-products, and other waste materials into valuable fermentation products.

We hope this Special Issue will inspire researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers to explore and adopt sustainable practices in fermentation science. By showcasing these advancements, we aim to highlight the significant potential of waste valorization and its role in creating a more sustainable future.

Dr. Fernanda Cortez Lopes
Prof. Dr. Marilene Henning Vainstein
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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• waste feedstock
• fermentation processes
• biofuels
• biochemicals
• circular economy
• agricultural residues
• food waste
• industrial by-products
• waste valorization
• sustainable solutions