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Physico-chemical modification of elephant grass (Pennisetum purpureum) by steam explosion and surfactant impregnation for Cr (III) adsorption
In this study was evaluated the adsorption capacity of trivalent chromium by using commercial activated carbon as adsorbent and elephant grass ( Pennis...
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Studying the Properties of Composites with a Polyvinylchloride Matrix and Meadow-Grass-Hay Filler
AbstractPolymer composites with a polyvinylchloride matrix and crushed meadow-grass-hay filler (MGHF) were obtained by hot pressing. The influence of...
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Enzymatic sugar production from elephant grass and reed straw through pretreatments and hydrolysis with addition of thioredoxin-His-S
BackgroundThe bioconversion of lignocellulose to fermentable C5/C6-saccharides is composed of pretreatment and enzymatic hydrolysis. Lignin, as one...
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Effect of Temperature and Method of Synthesis on Morphology and Phase Transition of Amorphous and Crystalline Nano Silica Extracted from Mission Grass (Pennisetum Polystachion)
Bio silica nanoparticles are well accepted candidates in the field of material science. The present study conveys that Mission grass (MG) is a...
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Effect of pretreatment on pyrolysis products of Pennisetum purpureum Schum. by Py-GC/MS
Elephant grass ( Pennisetum purpureum Schum.) is one such resource with a great amount of carbohydrate and lignin polymers that together represent...
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Comparative Production and Optimisation of Furfural and Furfuryl Alcohol from Agricultural Wastes
Present-day environmental pollution caused by the usage of synthetic organic compounds derived from fossil sources is a major concern. In substitute...
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Salt crystallization pressure as a new method to obtain micro and nanocellulose
This work evaluated the crystallization pressure of sodium and magnesium sulphates as a tool to break down and defibrillate plant cell walls, aiming...
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Rice Straw Biomass and Agricultural Residues as Strategic Bioenergy: Effects on the Environment and Economy Path with New Directions
Bioenergy is energy produced from organic material of plant and animal sources, mainly agricultural residues, wood, energy crops, and organic wastes....
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Characterization of Cellulose Fiber Extracted from Stems of Myriostachya wightiana (MW) Plants: A Viable Reinforcement for Polymer Composite
There is an urgent need to investigate more eco-friendly fibres due to the high cost of traditional cellulosic fibres. Eco-friendly MW fibre was...
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First report on the enzymatic profile of Kretzschmaria zonata
Enzymes from phytopathogenic fungi are desirable for biotechnological applications and a highly virulent phytopathogen shows great appeal for enzymes...
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Amino acid profile of food fishes with potential to diversify fish farming activity
In Brazil, 47% of the fish farming correspond to the tilapia species, and the main producers are the south and northeast regions. This work aimed at...
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Nutritional Quality of Important Forages
Forages are the cheapest and common source of nutrients for livestock. Forage grasses, legumes, tree foliage and crop residues are important forage...
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Feasibility Analysis of Lignocellulosic Biomass Materials towards Sustainable Biofuel Production
AbstractBiomass is a sustainable renewable energy source that can solve energy demand and environmental pollution. In this present study, four...
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Kokumi Substances in Thai-Fermented Freshwater Fish, “Pla-ra”
Pla-ra, a semisolid/liquid fermented fish product, has been a stable ingredient for Thai cuisine since ancient times. It is made from three main...
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Plant Fibers and the Application of Polymer-Composite Materials Based on Them: A Review
AbstractThis review provides information on the most common fibers extracted from plant lignocellulosic raw materials. Plant fibers are used as a...
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Neglected Food Plants of Nepal
Nepal has a rich diversity of food plant species however, priority in research, education and development is only on a few crop species. Among 24,300...
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Extraction of natural cellulosic fiber from Myriostachia wightiana stems using chemical retting and its characterization for bio-composite applications
Due to environmental concerns and the high expense of conventional fibres, there is an immediate need to investigate alternative eco-friendly fibres....
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Adsorption of aromatic compounds by biochar: influence of the type of tropical biomass precursor
Biomasses have been used as adsorbents since they are inexpensive and can offer excellent performance in adsorption of pollutants and in water...
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Plant-Based Natural Fibers For Food Packaging: A Green Approach To The Reinforcement of Biopolymers
Petro-based plastics are linked to various environmental issues throughout their lifecycle, including pollution, greenhouse gas emissions,...
