Simultaneous extraction and controlled chemical functionalization of hardwood lignin for improved phenolation
Stefania Bertella, Jeremy S. Luterbacher
Abstract
Lignin was simultaneously extracted and functionalized with non-native groups in one step from biomass. These groups were then used to increase lignin's reactivity towards phenolation in both acidic and basic conditions in order to improve its incorporation into materials.
Topics & Concepts
LigninHardwoodSurface modificationExtraction (chemistry)ChemistryChemical modificationReactivity (psychology)Biomass (ecology)Organic chemistryPulp and paper industryChemical engineeringPolymer chemistryBotanyAgronomyBiologyPhysical chemistryMedicineEngineeringPathologyAlternative medicineLignin and Wood ChemistryEnzyme-mediated dye degradationFermentation and Sensory Analysis