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New Publication Alert 🔔 🌊♻️ Imagine utilizing recovered phosphorus from wastewater to engineer and modify biopolymers, also derived from wastewater, to create super flame retardants or high-performance biostimulants and coatings . This innovative approach not only enhances the functionality of these biopolymers but also redefines how we perceive waste. 💡 By transforming surplus sludge into high-value, high-quality products, this method paves the way for a more sustainable future and a circular economy for resources once deemed disposable. This research was conducted at Wetsus, European Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Water Technology and Delft University of Technology with Philipp Wilfert, Leon Korving, Leo Sorin, Stephen J. Picken, Yuemei Lin, and Mark van Loosdrecht. It was performed within the WATER-MINING H2020 project, contributing to the future goals of building a water-smart economy and society. Interested in how to achieve this using surplus sludge from wastewater treatment plants? Check out our recent publication for detailed insights. https://lnkd.in/eA-cMiAH #Innovation #Research #Sustainability #Phosphorus #FlameRetardants #BioTech #EPS #watermining #resourcerecovery

New publication from our #phosphate recovery theme at Wetsus on the role of #phosphorus on the properties of biopolymers such as #Kaumera. It influences water binding properties and flame retardency. A nice result of WATER-MINING H2020 and a cooperation between TU Delft and Wetsus, European Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Water Technology

🌿 Partner Highlight 🌊 Title: Optimization of Enzymatic Collagen Production from Atlantic Cod Waste Industry Partner: 3F Waste Recovery Funder: Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) - ARD Researchers: Rob Nicol and Jessica Ganter The Bio-Industrial Process Research Centre is thrilled to collaborate with 3F Waste Recovery, an innovative biotechnology company from Newfoundland and Labrador! 🇨🇦🐟 They specialize in extracting premium-quality, sustainable ingredients from local fishery by-products, transforming what was once considered waste into valuable resources. The main objective of this project is to optimize the enzyme extraction specific to the hard water conditions in Newfoundland. First, the research team will identify the collagen yield difference when the water hardness changes. Then, the enzyme extraction will be optimized by adjusting and measuring different factors, using Design of Experiments software to help manage the optimization process. After the extraction processes, the mixture will be centrifuged, filtered, and freeze-dried for the collagen content and molecular weight range analysis. By refining these processes, we aim to enhance 3F's production capabilities and support its expansion into global markets with high-quality collagen products. Learn more about BPRC https://www.bprctac.ca/ #appliedresearch #LambtonResearchPartnerships #Partnertestimonial #LCpride

Contamination by hazardous chemicals poses a significant challenge in today's industrialized nations. The petroleum industry's high hydrocarbon levels impact air, soil, and water quality. Microbial activities play a crucial role in biodegradation, aiding in the breakdown of petroleum components. Scientific approaches, considering salinity, temperature, and nutrients, are key in these efforts. Various methods, including enzymatic treatments, help remove pollutants from water. Developing microbial growth and biodegradation models has enhanced our ability to predict and manage chemical concentrations, allowing for effective bioremediation strategies. This review paper quoted here emphasizes the microbial utilization of organic chemicals and the importance of kinetic models in predicting contaminant removal. Success in treatment protocols relies on optimizing controlling factors, achievable through modeling to determine process rates. Understanding and managing contaminated sites and industrial effluents are facilitated by modeling these processes, underscoring the necessity for accurate predictive frameworks. Read ore details in the research paper by G.C. Okpokwasili and C.O. Nweke. #MonodKinetics #Fermentation #RateLaw Pic: Monod Kinetics for Microbial Growth Reference: Microbial growth and substrate utilization kinetics. African Journal of Biotechnology Vol.5 (4), pp. 305-317, 16 February, 2005

Source: (Chemistry (Weinheim an der Bergstrasse, Germany)) Porous organic polymers (POPs) are effective for CO2 capture and conversion due to their high surface area, stability, and versatility. This review covers POP preparation, types for CO2 adsorption, advancements in photocatalytic and chemocatalytic conversion, and the influence of adsorption mechanisms on conversion efficiency, while suggesting future research directions.

I am happy to share our recent publication in ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering. We have shown the natural (R)-β-transamination potential of fold type-IV transaminases for the kinetic resolution of rac-β-amino acids synthesized from biomass-derived aldehydes. These natural (R)-β-TAs could be used for the enantiopure synthesis of (S)-β-amino acids from readily available biomass-derived aldehydes. Our study paves a promising route to sustainable synthesis of biobased β-amino acids from aldehydes. https://lnkd.in/eRcE3QCK #ACSSustainableCh&Eng

This study critically examines biochar properties prediction from production parameters like highest treatment temperature (HTT). It finds significant variability in biochar properties at similar HTT values, suggesting direct elemental analysis provides more accurate predictions for carbon persistence and environmental applications than relying on HTT alone. https://buff.ly/3A3SoYr #Biochar #Pyrolysis #CarbonCapture

🌟 New Publication Alert! We are thrilled to announce the publication of our paper titled "Adsorption dynamics of gaseous toluene with and without formaldehyde and water vapors on composites of UiO-66-NH2 and microporous carbon" in the #ChemicalEngineeringJournal.  This research offers groundbreaking insights for the design of advanced packed bed adsorbent systems aimed at effectively capturing aromatic volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in diverse and complex conditions, while accounting for the presence of aldehyde VOCs and water vapor as competing feed components in the environment. Explore the full article on this URL link: https://lnkd.in/g7gWpV55 [50 days free access] #Researchers #Academic #Adsorption #Climatechange #Airpollutioncontrol #EnvironmentalManagement #Airpollution #Sustainability #Innovation #Publication #Journal

🎉 Excited to share a great news! 🎉 I am delighted to announce the publication of our research article titled "Exploring the accumulation of poly-β-hydroxybutyrate in the marine cyanobacterium Nostoc sp. BDU 00591: A comprehensive study on extraction, stimulation and characterisation" in the journal Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology. This study delves into the production of poly-β-hydroxybutyrate (PHB), a biopolymer with exceptional potential due to its biodegradability and biocompatibility, using the marine cyanobacterium Nostoc sp. BDU 00591. We successfully enhanced PHB production from the marine cyanobacterium by optimising conditions, including phosphate starvation and acetate supplementation. The study highlights the structural confirmation of PHB using gas chromatography and its flexibility and rigidity demonstrated through thermal analysis, making it an exciting testament to its potential for innovative and sustainable applications. We are proud to contribute to advancing knowledge in this field and invite you to explore our work here: https://lnkd.in/gqW36Enn I look forward to collaborating and engaging in insightful discussions on this fascinating topic. Please feel free to reach out if you would like to connect. I sincerely thank our team who contributed to this exciting research. #Research #Publication #AgriculturalBiotechnology #PHB #Polyhydroxybutyrate #Biopolymer #Cyanobacteria #Marine #Biotechnology #EnvironmentalScience

Excited to share my latest work: "Recovery of essential oils, polyphenols, fermentable sugars, and pectin from orange residues: Evaluation of extraction methodologies and characterization of value-added bioactive compounds." 🍊 What’s it about? We investigated innovative strategies to valorize orange residues, a biomass abundant in pectin, sugars, essential oils, and polyphenols. By evaluating various extraction techniques, our study optimizes the recovery of bioactive compounds and presents a technically feasible biorefinery sequence. This holistic approach transcends single-product recovery, paving the way for a scalable and sustainable model aligned with circular bioeconomy principles. Special thanks to Laura Catalina Villabona and Gerson Dirceu López, PhD, for their immense contributions, which made this research possible! 📖 Read more in the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eN6y-EiB #Sustainability #Biorefinery #CircularEconomy #OrangeResidues #Research