On Jan. 25, 2024, researchers at UPM-Kymmene Corp. in Helsinki were awarded US Patent #20240026157 for a “lignin-based bioplastic material.” The patent document specifies a …

This review paper provides comprehensive knowledge of the synthesis and applications related to lignin, polyester, and lignin–polyester copolymers with a specific focus on organic polymer …

Jul 26, 2023 · Since lignin has intra- and intermolecular hydrogen linkages, it exhibits thermoplastic properties at low temperatures, being useful for lignin-derived biobased …

A lignin-based bioplastic material is disclosed including a lignin fraction and at least a biodegradable biopolymer, as well as processes for preparing the same and uses in agriculture.

Here we review the use of lignin and polylactic acid for polymer production using enzymes and microorganisms. Carnobacterium, Enterococcus and Aspergillus niger show high lactic acid …

Through this review paper, we aim to inspire more researchers in material science to focus on lignin—an intriguing and emerging carbon-neutral biomaterial.

This review summarizes recent advances in lignin-based composites, with particular emphasis on innovative methods for modifying lignin into micro and nanostructures and evaluating their …

Nov 27, 2024 · The objective of this study was to evaluate the environmental impact of two bioplastic production technologies through the employment of the life cycle assessment (LCA) …

The present invention relates generally to lignin based biodegradable polymers that can, for example, be used to replace current petroleum-based plastics and methods for making the same.

Lignin, as a component of biomass, is a multipurpose aromatic polymer with a significant potential to be used as a renewable bioresource in many fields in which it acts both as promising …