Lignin Utilization: Depolymerization and Bioconversion Process
A special issue of Processes (ISSN 2227-9717). This special issue belongs to the section "Environmental and Green Processes".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 66
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Lignin is the second most abundant polymer on Earth, following cellulose, and is a major component of plant cell walls. Historically, lignin has been considered a byproduct in the pulp and paper industry, often burned for energy recovery rather than being fully valorized; however, with the growing demand for sustainable resources and the transition towards a bioeconomy, there has been a significant shift in the perception of lignin. Its complex, aromatic structure holds great potential for the production of value-added chemicals, fuels, and materials. Depolymerization and bioconversion transform lignin from an underutilized waste stream into valuable products, thus reducing reliance on fossil-based resources and minimizing environmental impact.
This Special Issue on “Lignin Utilization: Depolymerization and Bioconversion Process” seeks high-quality works focusing on the latest scientific and technological advancements in this crucial area. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Physicochemical depolymerization techniques.
- Enzymatic or fermentative conversion methods.
- Metabolic and genetic engineering.
- Byproducts’ sustainable utilization.
- Emerging technology in process engineering and optimization.
Dr. Fang Deng
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- depolymerization
- bioconversion
- enzyme
- fermentation
- metabolic engineering
- process optimization
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