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Researchers Develop a New Phosphorescent Material from Lignin

Date:24 Aug 2021

Country: China United Kingdom

Plant Name:

    Plants

    Trees

Residue Name:

    Lignin

End Products

Biochemicals

Luminous dyes, paints

Application

  • This material can possibly be utilized in various applications like Luminous dyes and paints.

Description

The natural phosphorescent properties of a major component of wood called lignin were analyzed by an international group of researchers guided by North East Forestry University (China) and the University of Bath (UK).Most current phosphorescent materials are either toxic or difficult to prepare, so this new material is prepared to overcame these limitations.The new material shows great potential for making a more stable, sustainable, biodegradable non-toxic phosphorescent material that could be used in a range of applications.

Pathway Description:

Subjecting lignin to high-frequency ultrasound waves, which break down the complex molecular structure into simpler compounds. These compounds are then converted into aromatic chemicals through a series of catalytic reactions.

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Tags: Renewable Resource-Based Lighting MaterialsEco-Friendly Phosphorescent CoatingsPhosphorescent material using lignin

End Products

Biochemicals

Luminous dyes, paints

Feedstock

Types of Feedstock

secondary agricultural residue

Name

Lignin

Form

soild biomass

Characteristics

Glow Intensity

Pathways

Chemical

catalytic reactions

Mechanical

ultrasound

Stakeholders

Educational Institution

North East Forestry University,University of Bath