Biological Conversion of Biomass Residues and Waste Streams for the Sustainable Production of Biofuels and Bio-Based Products

Dear Colleagues,

One of the priorities of our modern society today is to set out a credible pathway toward the development of the circular economy and bioeconomy sectors. For such a venture to reach its full potential, sustainable and circular management of renewable resources is required, supported by innovative technologies for the prevention and removal of pollutants. Lowering the use of non-renewable raw materials results in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and environmental footprint, promotes carbon neutrality and resource efficiency, and helps to develop innovative and sustainable value chains in the biobased sector. The transformation of biological resources via biotechnological routes is crucial for developing greener industrial processes and products with perceived benefits to the health of the consumer and our ecosystems.

The aim of this Special Issue is to present current research advances and challenges in bioprocess engineering, regarding the valorization of biomass residues and waste streams, and its potential toward the production of a wide range of biofuels and biobased products, such as food, feed, biopolymers, biosurfactants, organic acids, and various fine chemicals. Such studies may include but are not limited to metabolic engineering, bioprocess engineering strategies, optimization studies, multiproduct biorefinery platforms, production capacity of underexploited microorganisms, as well as the production and characterization of novel biobased products.

Dr. Konstantina Kourmentza
Guest Editor

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