Bioprocessing and Fermentation Technology for Biomass Conversion

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Applied Biosciences and Bioengineering".

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International Advanced Energy Science Research and Education Center (IAESREC), Graduate School of Energy Science, Kyoto University, Yoshida-Honmachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan
Interests: biomass conversion to biofuel; biochemicals; biomaterials; fermentation; bioprocess engineering; microbial biotechnology; biochemical engineering; applied microbiology

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Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy (ATB), Department of Microbiome Biotechnology, 14469 Potsdam, Germany
Interests: industrial biotechnology; bioconversion; bioengineering; bioprocesses; biomass and residues; biorefineries; microbial conversion processes; microbiology
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School of Chemical and Process Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, UK
Interests: conversion of biomass and wet wastes into bioenergy and bioproducts; algal biotechnology; waste to energy; energy and nutrient cycling; thermochemical and biological processing of biomass
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Dear Colleagues,

Biomass and biorefinery play a crucial role in addressing the pressing challenges of energy security, climate change, and sustainable development. Biomass is the only renewable resource that can be converted to chemicals and materials, in addition to energy.

The utilization of renewable biomass resources for energy, material, and chemical production offers significant environmental advantages over fossil fuels, as it reduces greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on non-renewable resources. The Special Issue entitled "Bioprocessing and Fermentation Technology for Biomass Conversion" focuses on advancements in bioprocessing and fermentation technologies that enable the efficient conversion of biomass into bioenergy, chemicals, and materials.

This Special Issue includes the development of new technologies, novel feedstocks, biomass pretreatments, fermentation strategies, and the utilization of microorganisms in monoculture, coculture, and consortium systems. Additionally, studies on microbial engineering, cell factories, process optimization, algal biotechnology, anaerobic digestion, upstream and downstream processing, enzyme discovery and applications, life cycle assessment (LCA), and other related areas are also encouraged. The collection of articles will provide valuable insights into the latest research and innovation in the field, advancing the prospects of sustainable biorefinery and bioenergy production.

By exploring innovative strategies and solutions, this Special Issue contributes to the advancement of sustainable energy systems and the realization of a greener future.

Dr. Harifara Rabemanolontsoa
Dr. Joachim Venus
Dr. Andrew Ross
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Keywords

  • bioprocessing
  • fermentation technologies
  • biomass conversion
  • bioenergy production
  • fermentation strategies
  • microorganisms
  • bio-catalytic conversion
  • monoculture, coculture, consortium
  • microbial engineering
  • metabolic engineering
  • genome engineering
  • gene expression control
  • cell factory
  • process optimization
  • algal biotechnology
  • anaerobic digestion
  • upstream and downstream processing
  • enzyme discovery and applications
  • life cycle assessment (LCA)
  • biorefinery
  • bioenergy production

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Bioprocessing and Fermentation Technology for Biomass Conversion
by Adeline A. J. Wall, Harifara Rabemanolontsoa and Joachim Venus
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(1), 5; https://doi.org/10.3390/app14010005 - 19 Dec 2023
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In an era where concerns about climate change intersect with the global energy crisis, there is a growing emphasis on alternative resources [...] Full article
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Potential Applications of Yeast Biomass Derived from Small-Scale Breweries
by Marcin Łukaszewicz, Przemysław Leszczyński, Sławomir Jan Jabłoński and Joanna Kawa-Rygielska
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(6), 2529; https://doi.org/10.3390/app14062529 - 17 Mar 2024
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Yeast biomass, a brewery by-product of the world’s substantial alcohol beverage industry, finds successful applications in the fodder industry and food additive production. This is attributed to its rich nutritional profile that comprises high protein and vitamin content. Nonetheless, in small-scale breweries, yeast [...] Read more.
Yeast biomass, a brewery by-product of the world’s substantial alcohol beverage industry, finds successful applications in the fodder industry and food additive production. This is attributed to its rich nutritional profile that comprises high protein and vitamin content. Nonetheless, in small-scale breweries, yeast slurries present a significant challenge, as the quantities obtained are insufficient to attract the attention of the food industry. The disposal of yeast contributes substantially to the organic load of wastewater (approximately 40%) and elevates water consumption (3–6 hL/hL of beer), consequently escalating production costs and environmental impact. In recent years, diverse potential applications of products derived from yeast biomass have emerged, encompassing the substitution of sera in cell culture media, the fortification of animal feed with vitamins and selenium, the utilization of beta-glucan in low-fat food products, and the development of functional foods incorporating yeast-derived peptides. These peptides exhibit the potential to safeguard the gastric mucosa, prevent hypertension, and address neurodegenerative disorders. The rising demand for value-added products derived from yeast underscores the potential profitability of processing yeast from small breweries. Due to the high equipment costs associated with yeast biomass fractionation, the establishment of specialized facilities in collaboration with multiple small breweries appears to be the most optimal solution. Full article
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