Lignocellulosic Materials, 2nd Edition
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 2156
Special Issue Editors
2. FSCN, Surface and Colloid Engineering, Mid Sweden University, SE-851 70 Sundsvall, Sweden
Interests: rheology; biopolymers; biomaterials; colloids; lignocellulose; polyphenol dissolution and extraction
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Interests: biopolymers; biomaterials; colloids; lignocellulose; bacterial cellulose; polyphenol extraction; microbiology; pollutant removal
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Lignocellulosic materials are among the most promising feedstocks and have attracted the interest of numerous researchers due to their availability and appealing properties. In fact, cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, suberin, and the low-molecular-weight components found in lignocellulose sources can be valorized and applied to a wide range of novel products targeting different application sectors. This Special Issue, “Lignocellulosic Materials, 2nd Edition”, is focused on the most recent advances regarding the viability and feasibility of using lignocellulosic materials as a sustainable feedstock. We welcome different research works, review documents, and communications that cover the inherent fundamental concepts, current challenges, and strategies on lignocellulose biomass valorization and conversion to high-value materials, including chemical approaches to enhance the material properties, such as compatibility or as micro/nano reinforcements in bio-based composites. Furthermore, advances in lignocellulose-based blends, life cycle assessment studies, hydrogels, and scaffolds enabling products with superior performance, as well as lower cost or greenhouse emission reduction targeting specific industrial sectors (e.g., packaging, automobiles, transportation, cosmetics, and biomedicine) are also welcomed.
Dr. Bruno Medronho
Dr. Hugo Duarte
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- biomass valorization
- biopolymers
- lignocellulose
- green chemistry
- bio-based materials
- environmental remediation
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