Towards a deep understanding of the biomass fractionation in respect of lignin nanoparticle formation

Xu, Jiayun; Liu, Rui; Wang, Luyao; Pranovich, Andrey; Hemming, Jarl; Dai, Lin; Xu, Chunlin; Si, Chuanling

doi:10.1007/s42114-023-00797-z

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“…For example, g-C 3 N 4 exhibits exceptional electronic properties, high conductivity, low resistivity, and high melting point and high thermal conductivity, rendering it an optimal material for use in the fields of electronic devices and energy storage, high-temperature environments, and high-pressure environments. 38 In addition, the nontoxicity, high chemical stability, and excellent photoluminescence and photoelectrochemical properties of g-C 3 N 4 indicate its considerable potential for use in the biomedical field. At present, applications of g-C 3 N 4 -based materials in bioimaging, biotherapy, fluorescent sensors, and electrochemical sensors are attracting more attention.…”

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“…g-C 3 N 4 is employed in many crucial fields due to its distinctive physical and chemical properties. For example, g-C 3 N 4 exhibits exceptional electronic properties, high conductivity, low resistivity, and high melting point and high thermal conductivity, rendering it an optimal material for use in the fields of electronic devices and energy storage, high-temperature environments, and high-pressure environments . In addition, the nontoxicity, high chemical stability, and excellent photoluminescence and photoelectrochemical properties of g-C 3 N 4 indicate its considerable potential for use in the biomedical field.…”

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Graphitic Carbon Nitride Enters the Scene: A Promising Versatile Tool for Biomedical Applications

Xu,

Zhang,

et al. 2024

Langmuir

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Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C 3 N 4 ), since the pioneering work on visiblelight photocatalytic water splitting in 2009, has emerged as a highly promising advanced material for environmental and energetic applications, including photocatalytic degradation of pollutants, photocatalytic hydrogen generation, and carbon dioxide reduction. Due to its distinctive two-dimensional structure, excellent chemical stability, and distinctive optical and electrical properties, g-C 3 N 4 has garnered a considerable amount of interest in the field of biomedicine in recent years. This review focuses on the fundamental properties of g-C 3 N 4 , highlighting the synthesis and modification strategies associated with the interfacial structures of g-C 3 N 4 -based materials, including heterojunction, band gap engineering, doping, and nanocomposite hybridization. Furthermore, the biomedical applications of these materials in various domains, including biosensors, antimicrobial applications, and photocatalytic degradation of medical pollutants, are also described with the objective of spotlighting the unique advantages of g-C 3 N 4 . A summary of the challenges faced and future prospects for the advancement of g-C 3 N 4 -based materials is presented, and it is hoped that this review will inspire readers to seek further new applications for this material in biomedical and other fields.

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Graphitic Carbon Nitride Enters the Scene: A Promising Versatile Tool for Biomedical Applications

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et al. 2024

Langmuir

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“…However, despite the promising applications of lignin nano-aggregates, the underlying mechanisms governing their formation remain elusive. This complexity arises from a multitude of factors, including the lignin sources [18], extraction methods [19,20], and aggregation conditions [21,22]. Parameters such as pH, temperature, ionic strength, and solvent molecular types significantly influence intermolecular interactions and self-assembly processes, ultimately impacting the size, shape, and morphology of the formed nanoaggregates [23][24][25].…”

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Understanding Lignin Dissolution with Urea and the Formation of a Lignin Nano-Aggregate: A Multiscale Approach

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Chen,

Qin

et al. 2024

Nanomaterials

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This study employs a combined computational and experimental approach to elucidate the mechanisms governing the interaction between lignin and urea, impacting lignin dissolution and subsequent aggregation behavior. Molecular dynamics (MD) simulations reveal how the urea concentration and temperature influence lignin conformation and interactions. Higher urea concentrations and temperatures promote lignin dispersion by disrupting intramolecular interactions and enhancing solvation. Density functional theory (DFT) calculations quantitatively assess the interaction energy between lignin and urea, supporting the findings from MD simulations. Anti-solvent precipitation demonstrates that increasing the urea concentration hinders the self-assembly of lignin nanoclusters. The findings provide valuable insights for optimizing lignin biorefinery processes by tailoring the urea concentration and temperature for efficient extraction and dispersion. Understanding the influence of urea on lignin behavior opens up avenues for designing novel lignin-based materials with tailored properties. This study highlights the potential for the synergetic application of MD simulations and DFT calculations to unravel complex material interactions at the atomic level.

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Lignocellulose‐Mediated Functionalization of Liquid Metals toward the Frontiers of Multifunctional Materials

Li,

Zhu,

et al. 2024

Advanced Materials

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Lignocellulose‐mediated liquid metal (LM) composites, as emerging functional materials, show tremendous potential for a variety of applications. The abundant hydroxyl, carboxyl, and other polar groups in lignocellulose facilitate the formation of strong chemical bonds with LM surfaces, enhancing wettability and adhesion for improved interface compatibility. Beyond serving as a supportive matrix, lignocellulose can be tailored to optimize the microstructure of the composites, adapting them for diverse applications. This review comprehensively summarizes the fundamental principles and recent advancements in lignocellulose‐mediated LM composites, highlighting the advantages of lignocellulose in composite fabrication, including facile synthesis, versatile interactions, and inherent functionalities. Key modulation strategies for LMs and innovative synthesis methods for functionalized lignocellulose composites are discussed. Furthermore, the roles and structure–performance relationships of these composites in electromagnetic shielding, flexible sensors, and energy storage devices are systematically summarized. Finally, the obstacles and prospective advancements pertaining to lignocellulose‐mediated LM composites are thoroughly scrutinized and deliberated upon. This review is expected to provide basic guidance for researchers to boost the popularity of LMs in diverse applications and provide useful references for design strategies of state‐of‐the‐art LMs.

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Towards a deep understanding of the biomass fractionation in respect of lignin nanoparticle formation

Cited by 29 publications

References 61 publications

Graphitic Carbon Nitride Enters the Scene: A Promising Versatile Tool for Biomedical Applications

Graphitic Carbon Nitride Enters the Scene: A Promising Versatile Tool for Biomedical Applications

Understanding Lignin Dissolution with Urea and the Formation of a Lignin Nano-Aggregate: A Multiscale Approach

Lignocellulose‐Mediated Functionalization of Liquid Metals toward the Frontiers of Multifunctional Materials

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