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Electro-Fermentation for Organic Acids

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Sustainable Pathways for Biobased Terephthalic Acid

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" custom_margin="-70px|auto||auto||" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" sticky_enabled="0"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" sticky_enabled="0"]Introduction Terephthalic acid (TPA) is a cornerstone of the global plastics industry, serving as the key monomer in polyethylene terephthalate (PET) used for bottles, fibers, textiles,...


Synthetic Biology for Biobased Polyisoprene

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" custom_margin="-74px|auto||auto||" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" sticky_enabled="0"]Introduction Polyisoprene is the primary polymer in natural rubber, extensively used in tires, footwear, medical gloves, adhesives, and automotive components. Traditionally sourced from the rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis),...


Microbial Production of Muconic Acid

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" custom_margin="-64px|auto||auto||" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" sticky_enabled="0"]Introduction Muconic acid is an unsaturated dicarboxylic acid with immense industrial value. It serves as a precursor for adipic acid, terephthalic acid, caprolactam, and nylon derivatives, making it...


Biocatalytic Synthesis of Itaconic Acid Derivatives

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" custom_margin="-65px|auto||auto||" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" sticky_enabled="0"]Introduction Itaconic acid is a renewable unsaturated dicarboxylic acid produced by fermentation of sugars, especially by Aspergillus terreus and engineered strains of Ustilago maydis or E. coli. Recognized...


Metabolic Engineering for Renewable Propylene Glycol

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" custom_margin="-66px|auto||auto||" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" custom_margin="-23px|||||" sticky_enabled="0"]Introduction Propylene glycol (PG) is a widely used chemical intermediate in industries like cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food, plastics, and antifreeze. Conventionally derived from petroleum-based propylene oxide, its production...


Enzymatic Conversion of Biomass to Adipic Acid

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" custom_margin="-73px|auto||auto||" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" sticky_enabled="0"]Introduction Adipic acid is a key dicarboxylic acid used in the production of nylon-6,6, polyurethanes, plasticizers, and coatings. Globally, over 3 million tons of adipic acid are produced...


Fermentation of Non-food Biomass to Fatty Acids

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" custom_margin="-61px|auto||auto||" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" custom_margin="-32px|||||" sticky_enabled="0"]Introduction Fatty acids are essential building blocks for biofuels, bioplastics, lubricants, surfactants, and oleochemicals. Traditionally, these are derived from palm oil, soybean oil, and animal fats, which...


Engineered Algae for Biolubricants

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" custom_margin="-77px|||||" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" sticky_enabled="0"]Introduction Biolubricants are renewable, biodegradable, and less toxic alternatives to petroleum-based lubricants, widely used in automotive engines, hydraulic systems, industrial machinery, and marine applications. Traditionally derived from vegetable...


Synthetic Biology for Bio-based Isoprene

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.24.1" _module_preset="default" custom_margin="-86px|||||" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" sticky_enabled="0"]Introduction Isoprene is a five-carbon (C5) unsaturated hydrocarbon used predominantly in the production of synthetic rubber, especially polyisoprene, which mimics the properties of natural rubber. Conventional isoprene is...