Bioconversion of Marginalized Feedstocks into Biofuels and Biochemicals

This book explores innovative biotechnological approaches and biorefinery processes that utilize agricultural, industrial, and even waste biomass for the conversion into valuable, sustainable products such as biofuels, biochemicals, and biomaterials. The book is divided into four sections, each addressing different aspects of biomass valorization. Topics include the biochemical conversion of first-, second-, and third-generation feedstocks, the valorization of agricultural and plantation residues, the utilization of food and agro-processing waste, and the potential of novel biomass resources such as weeds and fruit and vegetable waste. Special emphasis is placed on the latest developments in palm oil, cassava, rubber industry residues, and food waste, providing readers with the most up-to-date research and techniques. The main benefit for readers is acquiring a comprehensive knowledge base on the bioconversion of marginalized feedstocks, with a strong focus on creating sustainable, circular bioeconomies. This book will be of immense value to researchers, professionals, and policymakers in the fields of biotechnology, renewable energy, and environmental sustainability.

Offers in-depth insight into bioconversion of non-conventional and region-specific marginalized biomass feedstocks Provides readers a holistic understanding of bio-based valorization across different industry sectors and geographies Supports efficient knowledge transfer by visualizing complex bioconversion pathways and presenting applicable data

Autorentext
Dr. Rahmath Abdulla is an Associate Professor for Biotechnology Programme at Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sabah. She holds Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering (2013) from the Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, and a Master's Degree in Biotechnology (2005) from Bangalore University, India. She is actively involved in teaching and research in the field of Biofuels especially focusing on the Waste to Wealth approach together with Enzymes and its Immobilization techniques. She has impacted the research world with high-impact publications and reviewer tasks in the field of Biofuels. She has been actively involved in the organization of various seminars and conferences in Universiti Malaysia Sabah. Dr. Anuj K. Chandel is a professor at the Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo (USP), Lorena, Brazil. He has over 20 years' research experience working on the production of industrial enzymes, biofuels and biochemicals, with eight years of industrial experience (Dalas Biotech Ltd, Bhiwadi, India; Celestial Labs Ltd, Hyderabad, India and Centro de Tecnologia Canaviera-CTC, Piracicaba, São Paulo) and 15 in academia (University of São Paulo, Brazil; University of Stellenbosch, South Africa; University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, USA). Anuj has earned an MBA degree with a specialization in biorefinery commercialization from the Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture (ESALQ)-University of São Paulo, Brazil. He has published over 120 peer-reviewed scientific papers, 56 book chapters and has edited 15 books on various aspects of industrial biotechnology. Dr. Anuj has travelled to many countries, like the USA, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, South Africa, Turkey and Ireland, for scientific activities. He is an ad hoc reviewer of research projects for various government and private funding agencies in Italy, South Africa, Germany, USA, India and Brazil. Dr. Anuj pivots between milligrams to kilograms, corporate and sustainability with a deep understanding of key business drivers and process design.

Inhalt

Section I: Foundations of Bioconversion and Feedstock Classification.- Sustainable Conversion of Biomass Feedstocks into Biofuels, Biochemicals, and Biomaterials: Driving the Circular Bioeconomy.- Biochemical Conversion Routes of First, Second, and Third-Generation Feedstocks: Current Advances and Emerging Trends.- Section II: Agricultural and Plantation Residue Valorization.- Palm-Based Biorefineries: Technological Innovations, Challenges, and Circular Solutions.- Cassava Biomass: Biochemical Composition and Bioconversion into Green Fuels and Biochemicals.- Valorization of Rubber Industry Wastes in Malaysia: Pathways to Low-Carbon Fuels, Chemicals, and Bio-Based Materials.- Residues from Oilseeds: Biorefinery Applications and Their Role in Low-Carbon Economy Transition.- Palm Oil as a Feedstock for Biodiesel Production and Beyond: Current Practices and Future Opportunities.- Sugarcane Processing Residues (Vinasse, Press Mud, and Yeast Cream): Enhancing the Value Chain in Agro-Industries.- Section III: Food and Agro-Processing Waste Utilization.- Pineapple Processing Waste: Availability, Composition, and Conversion into Biofuels and Bioproducts.- Orange Bagasse and Citrus Residues: Advancing Value Addition in Juice Processing Chains.- Byproducts from Tea, Coffee, and Cocoa Processing: Sustainable Applications in the Bioeconomy.- Section IV: Underutilized and Novel Biomass Resources.- Weeds as Feedstocks: Bioconversion into Biofuels and BiochemicalsA Review and Future Prospects.- Third-Generation Feedstocks: Availability, Distribution, and Conversion Pathways into Value-Added Bio-Based Products.- Valorization of Rice Husk, De-Oiled Rice Bran, and Broken Rice into Sustainable Bio-Based Products.- Fruit and Vegetable Waste Bioconversion into Liquid and Gaseous Fuels: Current Approaches and Future Prospects.