Multiscale dual-network cellulose hydrogel electrolytes for dendrite-free Zn anode
April 2026
Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs) have emerged as promising energy storage systems owing to their high safety, low cost, and environmental friendliness. However, their practical application faces critical...
Mechanistic hydrogen bond mediated screening of hydroxyl functionalized additives for lignin condensation suppression
April 2026
Hydroxyl functionalized additives (Ga-OHs) that can inhibit lignin re-polymerization have demonstrated significant potential in biomass resource conversion and utilization. However, the molecular mechanisms...
Valorization of waste lignocellulosic biomass for soil amendment: A critical assessment and strategic framework
April 2026
Global agriculture faces a dual crisis: accelerating soil degradation, which depletes soil organic carbon (SOC) and water-holding capacity (WHC), coupled with the buildup of unutilized (waste) lignocellulosic...
Lignin nanoparticle stabilized Pickering emulsion coating for fabricating water- and oil-proof, biodegradable, and recyclable paper
April 2026
Paper derived from plant fibers is considered a highly promising alternative to non-degradable plastic packaging. However, its widespread use in packaging is limited by its poor water- and oil-proof...
Synergistic enhancement of electrochemical performance in lignin-based carbon aerogel supercapacitors through phytic acid-induced spherical structure formation and dual P/S heteroatom doping
April 2026
The widespread deployment of renewable energy sources worldwide, such as wind power and photovoltaics, has created an urgent need for efficient energy storage systems. Biomass-derived carbon aerogels,...
Greenhouse gas recovery performance of chitin-derived porous carbons from waste chitinous biomass
April 2026
This work upcycled waste chitin-based shells into porous carbons via a chemical-free steam activation route using only N2 and water vapor, and investigated their adsorption/desorption behaviors toward...
H2O as an efficient green initiator to construct renewable hydrophobic porous materials for pollutant removal
April 2026
The utilization of H2O as solvent is widely favored in the field of material synthesis due to its environmentally friendly properties. However, in the synthesis process of renewable hydrophobic materials,...
Scalable ultrastrong bamboo strips via interfacial homogeneous fusion
April 2026
Ultrastrong bamboo is a lightweight, high-strength material with application potential exceeding that of natural bamboo. However, its high strength is not preserved in longer macroscopic assemblies...
Functionalized microalgae as emerging composite bioproducts for biomedical applications: Design, fabrication and prospects
April 2026
The transformation of abundant bioresources into versatile bioproducts is the cornerstone of modern bioeconomy. Microalgae are sustainable bioresources traditionally used for biofuels and food supplements....
Rational screening and mechanistic elucidation of surfactants for mitigating phenolic inhibition in lignocellulose enzymatic hydrolysis: Combining experimental and computational approaches
April 2026
Lignin-derived phenolic compounds pose a critical bottleneck in the sustainable enzymatic hydrolysis of lignocellulose by causing severe enzyme inhibition. While surfactants can significantly alleviate...
Environmental Life Cycle Assessment of Hemp Hurd-Based Biocomposites for Packaging and Mulch Film Applications
Available online 25 April 2026
This study evaluated the environmental performance of producing biocomposites (packaging and mulch films) from hemp hurd-based microfibers as a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics, with...
Closing Loop: Systems-Level Integration of Synthetic Consortia and Process Engineering for Lignocellulosic Microbial Lipid Biomanufacturing
Available online 19 April 2026
Amidst the urgent quest for carbon neutrality, lignocellulosic biomass has emerged as a key feedstock for sustainable biomanufacturing. However, the commercial viability of converting this recalcitrant...
Component modulation of bamboo scraps enhances interfacial compatibility and strength of thermal insulation composites
Available online 15 April 2026
The combination of bamboo waste and magnesium oxychloride (MOC) cement is a promising pathway to obtain green, lightweight construction materials. However, bamboo scraps tend to hinder the formation...
Heterolytic H2 Activation over Platinum Supported on Oxygen‑Vacancy‑Rich CeO2 (Pt/CeO2–Vo) for Efficient Reductive Amination of Levulinic Acid to Pyrrolidones under Ambient Conditions
Available online 15 April 2026
Reductive amination of biomass-derived levulinic acid (LA) to N-substituted-5-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (BMP), versatile nitrogen-containing chemicals, under ambient conditions is highly desirable but challenging...
An all-in-one water-soluble cellulose adhesive: Exhibiting robust bonding, extreme-temperature tolerance, and reusability
Available online 10 April 2026
The replacement of formaldehyde-based wood adhesives with sustainable alternatives remains a significant challenge due to performance and reusability limitations. Herein, we reported a water-soluble...
Bioresources and bioproducts with carbon capture and storage: a firm energy option for carbon neutrality
February 2026
Bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) is the most promising option among various carbon dioxide removal technologies needed to cope with hard-to-abate emissions and limit global warming...
Surface amination modification of cellulose hydrogels for enhancing triboelectric performance of extreme environment-resistant triboelectric sensors
February 2026
Multifunctional wearable flexible electronic devices based on hydrogels have received extensive research in recent years. Despite their promising applications, a significant challenge persists in terms...
Successful conversion of corn stover into microbial lipids at high solids loading by Rhodosporidium toruloides at pilot scale
February 2026
Lignocellulosic biomass (LCB) offers potential feedstocks for biofuels. As it generally involves processes including pretreatment, hydrolysis, and fermentation, LCB-based biorefinery at higher solids...
High-flux rattan biochar microreactor for efficient peroxymonosulfate activation via component-regulated structure engineering
February 2026
Agroforestry waste-derived biochar has attracted wide interest in environmental remediation owing to its resource abundance and structural advantages. However, pristine biochar powders usually exhibit...
Skin repairing procedure inspired polypyrrole/bacterial cellulose/platelet rich plasma composite hydrogel as diabetes wound dressing
February 2026
Diabetic ulcers represent a kind of severe chronic wound that presents significant challenges to global healthcare systems. The impaired healing process in diabetic wounds is attributed to persistent...
Sustainable transparent bamboo/W-VO2 composites for solar modulation and energy-efficient buildings
February 2026
Energy-efficient buildings require sustainable materials that combine structural performance with advanced optical and thermal functionalities to minimize energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions....
High-barrier cellulose-based packaging material for enhanced food preservation with visual freshness monitoring
February 2026
In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the development of cellulose or nanocellulose (CNF) materials in food packaging industry due to their green and processable nature, while the inherent...
Benzoylation strategy for enhancing the light stability of kenaf fibers through lignin removal and radical scavenging
February 2026
Enhancing photostability of lignocellulosic fibers is essential for their long-term use in light exposure applications. In this study, benzoylation was applied to kenaf fibers to suppress ultraviolet...
Sacrificial strategy to fabricate durable superhydrophobic wood via hierarchical roughness and elastic crosslinking
February 2026
With growing demand for renewable resources, superhydrophobic wood is widely regarded as leading candidate for outdoor construction applications. However, superhydrophobic wood still suffers from insufficient...
Challenges and prospects of forest biological resource transformation under the dual-carbon policy framework
February 2026
Against the background of dual carbon goals, the transformation of forest biological resources has become a global research hotspot in sustainable forestry because of its dual value of efficient resource...