Breaking Ground: Advancements in Biofuel Production and Bioprocess Technology
A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "A4: Bio-Energy".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2024 | Viewed by 110
Special Issue Editors
Interests: lipid metabolism in photosynthetic organisms including plants microalgae and cyanobacteria; symbiosis among plants/microalgae bacteria and fungi; biofuel and bio-products
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Dear Colleagues,
The global imperative for sustainable energy solutions has propelled biofuel production and bioprocess technology to the forefront of innovation. As we navigate towards a greener future, advancements in biofuel production and bioprocess technology hold immense significance in mitigating climate change, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and fostering environmental sustainability.
In our upcoming Special Issue, "Breaking Ground: Advancements in Biofuel Production and Bioprocess Technology", we aim to explore the latest developments in biofuel production and bioprocess technology and focus on the significant roles these advancements play in shaping our energy landscape. This Special Issue seeks to highlight novel approaches, methodologies, and technologies that drive the efficient and sustainable production of biofuels, with particular emphasis on algae, plants, and other sustainable biofuel species.
Topics may include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Significance of biofuel production: We invite contributions that delve into the importance of biofuel production in addressing pressing environmental challenges, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and promoting energy security. Papers that discuss the economic, social, and environmental impacts of biofuel production are highly encouraged.
- Latest advancements in production and bioprocess technologies: Manuscripts that present cutting-edge research on novel production techniques, bioprocess optimization, and technological innovations in biofuel production are welcomed. This includes advancements in fermentation, enzymatic processes, genetic engineering, and biorefinery technologies aiming to enhance biofuel yield, quality, and sustainability.
- Review and research on sustainable biofuel species: We invite submissions that focus on the cultivation, processing, and utilization of algae, plants, fungi, and other sustainable biofuel species for biofuel production. Contributions that explore genetic manipulation, metabolic engineering, cultivation strategies, and downstream processing techniques specific to these biofuel sources are of particular interest.
We encourage researchers, scientists, engineers, and industry professionals working in the field of biofuel production and bioprocess technology to contribute their original research articles, review papers, and short communications to this Special Issue. Together, let us showcase the groundbreaking advancements that are propelling the biofuel industry towards a more sustainable future.
Dr. Zhi-Yan (Rock) Du
Dr. Nan Jiang
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- biofuel production
- bioprocess technology
- algae
- plants
