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Paving the Way for Lignin Valorisation: Recent Advances in Bioengineering, Biorefining and Catalysis.

Paving the Way for Lignin Valorisation: Recent Advances in Bioengineering, Biorefining and Catalysis.

Authors :
Rinaldi, Roberto
Jastrzebski, Robin
Clough, Matthew T.
Ralph, John
Kennema, Marco
Bruijnincx, Pieter C. A.
Weckhuysen, Bert M.
Source :
Angewandte Chemie International Edition. 7/11/2016, Vol. 55 Issue 29, p8164-8215. 52p.
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

Lignin is an abundant biopolymer with a high carbon content and high aromaticity. Despite its potential as a raw material for the fuel and chemical industries, lignin remains the most poorly utilised of the lignocellulosic biopolymers. Effective valorisation of lignin requires careful fine-tuning of multiple "upstream" (i.e., lignin bioengineering, lignin isolation and "early-stage catalytic conversion of lignin") and "downstream" (i.e., lignin depolymerisation and upgrading) process stages, demanding input and understanding from a broad array of scientific disciplines. This review provides a "beginning-to-end" analysis of the recent advances reported in lignin valorisation. Particular emphasis is placed on the improved understanding of lignin's biosynthesis and structure, differences in structure and chemical bonding between native and technical lignins, emerging catalytic valorisation strategies, and the relationships between lignin structure and catalyst performance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14337851
Volume :
55
Issue :
29
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Angewandte Chemie International Edition
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
116912383
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1002/anie.201510351