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Yin Y, Wu J, Qin S, Tang A, Li Q, Liao D, Tang Y, Liu Y. Study on Thermally Induced Lignin Aggregation Kinetics for the Preparation of Uniformly Sized Lignin Nanoparticles in Water. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2024; 40:21152-21160. [PMID: 39264391 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.4c02560] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/13/2024]
Abstract
Lignin nanoparticles (LNPs) present a potential avenue for the high-value utilization of lignin. However, the simple and ecofriendly method of thermally induced self-assembly for the preparation of LNPs has been overlooked due to a lack of sufficient understanding of the lignin aggregation mechanism. Therefore, this study focuses on the kinetics of thermally induced lignin aggregation. It was found that lignin aggregates formed at lower temperatures exhibit poor stability and are more prone to continuous growth through coalescence. This apparent contradiction with the conventional understanding of thermoresponsive polymers could be attributed to changes in the viscoelasticity of the lignin aggregates during phase separation. Based on this finding, we worked out strategies to optimize the preparation of LNPs in water through thermally induced self-assembly. Pure LNPs with well-defined interfaces and a minimum polydispersity index (PDI) of 0.12 were obtained by increasing the temperature to 125-150 °C. Furthermore, combined with noncovalent modification, LNPs with a PDI of 0.08 would even be formed at 80 °C. Notably, the resulting pure LNPs show potential for application in photonic crystal products that require excellent monodispersity. This study provides a new approach for the environmentally friendly preparation of LNPs with a controllable morphology.
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- Yaqing Yin
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
- Centre Nanoenergy Research, School of Physical Science and Technology, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
- Centre Nanoenergy Research, School of Physical Science and Technology, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Microbial Technology, Shandong University, Qingdao 266237, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
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Guo Q, He Y, Wu J, Ye H, You T, Xu F. Sodium-Alginate-Doped Lignin Nanoparticles for PBAT Composite Films to Dually Enhance Tensile Strength and Elongation Performance with Functionality. Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:2312. [PMID: 39204532 PMCID: PMC11359584 DOI: 10.3390/polym16162312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2024] [Revised: 08/06/2024] [Accepted: 08/07/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
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It is a formidable challenge in thermoplastic/lignin composites to simultaneously boost tensile strength and elongation performance due to the rigidity of lignin. To address this issue, sodium-alginate-doped lignin nanoparticles (SLNPs) were prepared by combining solvent exchange and a coprecipitation method and used as an eco-friendly filler for poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT). The results indicated that the 1% polyanionic sodium alginate solution contributed to the formation of SLNP in lignin/THF solution. SLNP with a mean hydrodynamic diameter of ~500 nm and a Zeta potential value of -19.2 mV was obtained, indicating more hydrophobic lignin nanoparticles and a smaller number of agglomerates in SLNP suspension. Only 0.5 wt% SLNP addition improved the yield strength, tensile strength, and elongation at break by 32.4%, 31.8%, and 35.1% of the PBAT/SLNP composite films, respectively. The reinforcing effect resulted from the rigid aromatic structure of SLNP, whereas the enhanced elongation was attributed to the nanostructural feature of SLNP, which may promote boundary cracking. Additionally, the PBAT/SLNP composite films displayed excellent ultraviolet (UV) resistance with a UV shielding percentage near 100% for UVB and more than 75% for UVA, respectively. The addition of SLNP hindered water vapor, enhancing the moisture barrier properties. Overall, this study provides an effective strategy to eliminate the decrement in elongation performance for PBAT/lignin composites and suggest they are good candidates to be extensively utilized.
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- Qiyue Guo
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Lignocellulosic Chemistry, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China; (Q.G.); (Y.H.); (J.W.); (H.Y.); (F.X.)
- Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Energy, Ministry of Education, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Lignocellulosic Chemistry, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China; (Q.G.); (Y.H.); (J.W.); (H.Y.); (F.X.)
- Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Energy, Ministry of Education, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Lignocellulosic Chemistry, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China; (Q.G.); (Y.H.); (J.W.); (H.Y.); (F.X.)
- Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Energy, Ministry of Education, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Lignocellulosic Chemistry, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China; (Q.G.); (Y.H.); (J.W.); (H.Y.); (F.X.)
- Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Energy, Ministry of Education, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Lignocellulosic Chemistry, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China; (Q.G.); (Y.H.); (J.W.); (H.Y.); (F.X.)
- Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Energy, Ministry of Education, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Material and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan 250353, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Lignocellulosic Chemistry, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China; (Q.G.); (Y.H.); (J.W.); (H.Y.); (F.X.)
- Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Energy, Ministry of Education, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Material and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan 250353, China
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Tian R, Wang C, Jiang W, Janaswamy S, Yang G, Ji X, Lyu G. Biodegradable, Strong, and Hydrophobic Regenerated Cellulose Films Enriched with Esterified Lignin Nanoparticles. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2309651. [PMID: 38530065 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202309651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2023] [Revised: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 03/27/2024]
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The scientific community is pursuing significant efforts worldwide to develop environmentally viable film materials from biomass, particularly transparent, high-performance regenerated cellulose (RC) films, to replace traditional plastics. However, the inferior mechanical performance and hydrophilic nature of RC films are generally not suitable for use as a substitute for plastics in practical applications. Herein, lignin homogenization is used to synthesize high-performance composite films. The esterified lignin nanoparticles (ELNPs) with dispersible and binding advantages are prepared through esterification and nanometrization. In the presence of ELNPs, RC films exhibit a higher tensile strength (110.4 MPa), hydrophobic nature (103.6° water contact angle, 36.6% water absorption at 120 min, and 1.127 × 10-12 g cm cm-2 s-1 Pa-1 water vapor permeability), and exciting optical properties (high visible and low ultraviolet transmittance). The films further display antioxidant activity, oxygen barrier ability, and thermostability. The films completely biodegrade at 12 and 30% soil moisture. Overall, this study offers new insights into lignin valorization and regenerated cellulose composite films as novel bioplastic materials.
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- Rui Tian
- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Material and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology, Shandong Academy of Sciences, Jinan, Shandong, 250353, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Material and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology, Shandong Academy of Sciences, Jinan, Shandong, 250353, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Material and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology, Shandong Academy of Sciences, Jinan, Shandong, 250353, China
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- Department of Dairy and Food Science, South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD, 57007, USA
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- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Material and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology, Shandong Academy of Sciences, Jinan, Shandong, 250353, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Material and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology, Shandong Academy of Sciences, Jinan, Shandong, 250353, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Material and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology, Shandong Academy of Sciences, Jinan, Shandong, 250353, China
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Liu J, Wang X, Chang J, Du P, Wu J, Hou R, Zhu S, Liu P, Miao X, Zhang P, Zhang Z. Green synthesized lignin nanoparticles for the sustainable delivery of pyraclostrobin to control strawberry diseases caused by Botrytis cinerea. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 274:133488. [PMID: 38944092 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.133488] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2024] [Revised: 06/14/2024] [Accepted: 06/26/2024] [Indexed: 07/01/2024]
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Lignin, renowned for its renewable, biocompatible, and environmentally benign characteristics, holds immense potential as a sustainable feedstock for agrochemical formulations. In this study, raw dealkaline lignin (DAL) underwent a purification process involving two sequential solvent extractions. Subsequently, an enzyme-responsive nanodelivery system (Pyr@DAL-NPs), was fabricated through the solvent self-assembly method, with pyraclostrobin (Pyr) loaded into lignin nanoparticles. The Pyr@DAL-NPs shown an average particle size of 250.4 nm, demonstrating a remarkable loading capacity of up to 54.70 % and an encapsulation efficiency of 86.15 %. Notably, in the presence of cellulase and pectinase at a concentration of 2 mg/mL, the release of Pyr from the Pyr@DAL-NPs reached 92.66 % within 120 h. Furthermore, the photostability of Pyr@DAL-NPs was significantly improved, revealing a 2.92-fold enhancement compared to the commercially available fungicide suspension (Pyr SC). Bioassay results exhibited that the Pyr@DAL-NPs revealed superior fungicidal activity against Botrytis cinerea over Pyr SC, with an EC50 value of 0.951 mg/L. Additionally, biosafety assessments indicated that the Pyr@DAL-NPs effectively declined the acute toxicity of Pyr towards zebrafish and posed no negative effects on the healthy growth of strawberry plants. In conclusion, this study presents a viable and promising strategy for developing environmentally friendly controlled-release systems for pesticides, offering the unique properties of lignin.
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- Jun Liu
- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Utilization and Conservation of Food and Medicinal Resources in Northern Region, Shaoguan University, Shaoguan 512005, China.
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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Chen J, Tian J, Feng N, Ning L, Wang D, Zhao B, Guo T, Song J, Rojas OJ. Monodispersed Renewable Particles by Cascade and Density Gradient Size Fractionation to Advance Lignin Nanotechnologies. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2309756. [PMID: 38602191 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202309756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2023] [Revised: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024]
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Control over particle size and shape heterogeneity is highly relevant to the design of photonic coatings and supracolloidal assemblies. Most developments in the area have relied on mineral and petroleum-derived polymers that achieve well-defined chemical and dimensional characteristics. Unfortunately, it is challenging to attain such control when considering renewable nanoparticles. Herein, a pathway toward selectable biobased particle size and physicochemical profiles is proposed. Specifically, lignin is fractionated, a widely available heterogeneous polymer that can be dissolved in aqueous solution, to obtain a variety of monodispersed particle fractions. A two-stage cascade and density gradient centrifugation that relieves the need for solvent pre-extraction or other pretreatments but achieves particle bins of uniform size (~60 to 860 nm and polydispersity, PDI<0.06, dynamic light scattering) along with characteristic surface chemical features is introduced. It is found that the properties and associated colloidal behavior of the particles are suitably classified in distinctive size populations, namely, i) nanoscale (50-100 nm), ii) photonic (100-300 nm) and iii) near-micron (300-1000 nm). The strong correlation that exists between size and physicochemical characteristics (molar mass, surface charge, bonding and functional groups, among others) is introduced as a powerful pathway to identify nanotechnological uses that benefit from the functionality and cost-effectiveness of biogenic particles.
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- Jingqian Chen
- Bioproducts Institute, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, The University of British Columbia, 2360 East Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada
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- Bioproducts Institute, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, The University of British Columbia, 2360 East Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada
- Jiangsu Co-Innovation Center for Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources and International Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and Materials, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, China
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- Bioproducts Institute, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, The University of British Columbia, 2360 East Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada
- School of Material Science and Chemical Engineering, Hubei University of Technology, Wuhan, 430068, China
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- Bioproducts Institute, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, The University of British Columbia, 2360 East Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada
- Department of Cell Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Nanjing Medical University, Department of Neurosurgery, the affiliated Changzhou No. 2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, Jiangsu, 211166, China
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- Bioproducts Institute, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, The University of British Columbia, 2360 East Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada
- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Ministry of Education), Northeast Forestry University, Harbin, 150040, China
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- Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems, School of Chemical Engineering, Aalto University, Espoo, FI-02150, Finland
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- Bioproducts Institute, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, The University of British Columbia, 2360 East Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada
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- Jiangsu Co-Innovation Center for Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources and International Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and Materials, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, China
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- Bioproducts Institute, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, The University of British Columbia, 2360 East Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada
- Department of Chemistry, University of British Columbia, 2036 Main Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z1, Canada
- Department of Wood Science, University of British Columbia, 2424 Main Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z4, Canada
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Zhu L, Li W, Zhang X, Wang L, Jin J, Zhou Z, Zhang L. Fully upgrade bamboo biomass into three multifunctional products through biphasic γ-valerolactone and aqueous phosphoric acid pretreatment. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2024; 406:130946. [PMID: 38857635 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2024.130946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2024] [Revised: 06/06/2024] [Accepted: 06/07/2024] [Indexed: 06/12/2024]
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In this manuscript, three components of lignocellulosic biomass were obtained by deconstructing bamboo with γ-valerolactone-H2O biphasic system, and the delignification rate of 80.92 % was achieved at 120 °C for 90 min. Lignin nanospheres with diameters ranging from 75 nm to 2 um could be customized by varying the self-assembly rate. Furthermore, the lignin nanospheres-poly(vinyl alcohol) film was prepared by cross-linking lignin nanospheres and poly(vinyl alcohol), which can obtain 90 % ultraviolet absorption capacity, while the light transmittance in non-ultraviolet band was almost unchanged. At the same time, due to the strong hydrogen formation between lignin nanospheres and poly(vinyl alcohol) bond network, the tensile properties of the composite film were also improved by 30 %. Besides, the high specific surface area of biomass-derived porous biochar (2056 m2/g) can be obtained after carbonization of solid residues at 850 °C for 2 h, which was almost 8 times the specific surface area of the direct biomass carbonization due to the removal of lignin and hemicellulose. biomass-derived porous biochar can be used as an adsorbent, with a CO2 capture capacity of 4.5 mmol g-1 at normal temperature (25 °C, 1 bar). The filtrate after the reaction contained a large amount of hemicellulose oligomers, which can be reacted with dichloromethane at 170 °C for 1 h to obtain the furfural yield of 74 %. In summary, the proposed biorefinery scheme achieves a full-component upgrade of lignocellulose and can be further applied in various downstream fields.
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- Leyu Zhu
- Laboratory Of Low Carbon Clean Energy, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230023, PR China
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- Laboratory Of Low Carbon Clean Energy, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230023, PR China; Institute of Energy, Hefei Comprehensive National Science Center, Hefei 230031, PR China.
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- Laboratory Of Low Carbon Clean Energy, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230023, PR China
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- Laboratory Of Low Carbon Clean Energy, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230023, PR China
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- Laboratory Of Low Carbon Clean Energy, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230023, PR China
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- Laboratory Of Low Carbon Clean Energy, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230023, PR China
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- Anhui University Of Science & Technology, School of Chemical and Blasting Engineering, PR China
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Moreno A, Sipponen MH. Overcoming Challenges of Lignin Nanoparticles: Expanding Opportunities for Scalable and Multifunctional Nanomaterials. Acc Chem Res 2024; 57:1918-1930. [PMID: 38965046 PMCID: PMC11256356 DOI: 10.1021/acs.accounts.4c00206] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2024] [Revised: 06/25/2024] [Accepted: 06/25/2024] [Indexed: 07/06/2024]
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ConspectusThe increasing demand for polymeric materials derived from petroleum resources, along with rising concerns about climate change and global plastic pollution, has driven the development of biobased polymeric materials. Lignin, which is the second most abundant biomacromolecule after cellulose, represents a promising renewable raw material source for the preparation of advanced materials. The lucrative properties of lignin include its high carbon content (>60 atom %), high thermal stability, biodegradability, antioxidant activity, absorbance of ultraviolet radiation, and slower biodegradability compared to other wood components. Moreover, the advent of lignin nanoparticles (LNPs) over the last ten years has circumvented many well-known shortcomings of technical lignins, such as heterogeneity and poor compatibility with polymers, thereby unlocking the great potential of lignin for the development of advanced functional materials.LNPs stand out owing to their well-defined spherical shape and excellent colloidal stability, which is due to the electrostatic repulsion forces of carboxylic acid and phenolic hydroxyl groups enriched on their surface. These forces prevent their aggregation in aqueous dispersions (pH 3-9) and provide a high surface area to mass ratio that has been exploited to adsorb positively charged compounds such as enzymes or polymers. Consequently, it is not surprising that LNPs have become a prominent player in applied research in areas such as biocatalysis and polymeric composites, among others. However, like all ventures of life, LNPs also face certain challenges that limit their potential end-uses. Solvent instability remains the most challenging aspect due to the tendency of these particles to dissolve or aggregate in organic solvents and basic or acidic pH, thus limiting the window for their chemical functionalization and applications. In addition, the need for organic solvent during their preparation, the poor miscibility with hydrophobic polymeric matrices, and the nascent phase regarding their use in smart materials have been identified as important challenges that need to be addressed.In this Account, we recapitulate our efforts over the past years to overcome the main limitations mentioned above. We begin with a brief introduction to the fundamentals of LNPs and a detailed discussion of their associated challenges. We then highlight our work on: (i) Preparation of lignin-based nanocomposites with improved properties through a controlled dispersion of LNPs within a hydrophobic polymeric matrix, (ii) Stabilization of LNPs via covalent (intraparticle cross-linking) and noncovalent (hydration barrier) approaches, (iii) The development of an organic-solvent-free method for the production of LNPs, and (iv) The development of LNPs toward smart materials with high lignin content. Finally, we also offer our perspectives on this rapidly growing field.
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- Adrian Moreno
- Laboratory
of Sustainable Polymers, Department of Analytical Chemistry and Organic
Chemistry, Rovira i Virgili University, Tarragona 43007, Spain
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- Department
of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University, SE-10691 Stockholm, Sweden
- Wallenberg
Wood Science Center, Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University, SE-10691 Stockholm, Sweden
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Song X, Guo W, Zhu Z, Han G, Cheng W. Preparation of uniform lignin/titanium dioxide nanoparticles by confined assembly: A multifunctional nanofiller for a waterborne polyurethane wood coating. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 258:128827. [PMID: 38134989 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.128827] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2023] [Revised: 11/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
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We report a facile synthesis for lignin/titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles (LT NPs) at room temperature by confining assembly of lignin macromolecules. The LT NPs had a uniform nanosize distribution (average diameter ∼ 68 nm) and were directly employed as multifunctional nanofillers to reinforce a waterborne polyurethane wood coating (WBC). X-ray diffraction, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy revealed the mechanism by which formed TiO2 confined lignin assembly. The LT NPs considerably increased the tensile strength of a WBC film from 16.3 MPa to 28.1 MPa. The WBC-LT NPs exhibited excellent ultraviolet (UV) A and UVB blocking performances of 87 % and 98 %, respectively, while maintaining 94 % transmittance in the visible region. Incorporating LT NPs into the WBC enhanced the coating performance (the hardness, adhesion, and abrasion resistance) on wood substrates. A quantitative color and texture analysis revealed that the LT NPs increased the decorativeness of actual wooden products. After nearly 1800 h of UV irradiation, wood coated with the WBC-LT NPs exhibited good color stability, where the original color remained unchanged or even became brighter. In this study, value-added valorization of lignin is enabled by using organic-inorganic nanofillers and insights are gained into developing multifunctional WBCs.
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- Xiaoxue Song
- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Northeast Forestry University), Ministry of Education, Harbin 150040, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Northeast Forestry University), Ministry of Education, Harbin 150040, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Northeast Forestry University), Ministry of Education, Harbin 150040, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Northeast Forestry University), Ministry of Education, Harbin 150040, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Northeast Forestry University), Ministry of Education, Harbin 150040, PR China.
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Jiang P, Pang B, Li G, Han Y, Chu F. Toward well-defined colloidal particles: Efficient fractionation of lignin by a multi-solvent strategy. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 254:127948. [PMID: 37951432 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127948] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2023] [Revised: 10/14/2023] [Accepted: 10/28/2023] [Indexed: 11/14/2023]
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Colloidal lignin particles (CLPs) have sparked various intriguing insights toward bio-polymeric materials and triggered many lignin-featured innovative applications. Here, we report a multi-solvent sequential fractionation methodology integrating green solvents of acetone, 1-butanol, and ethanol to fractionate industrial lignin for CLPs fabrication. Through a rationally designed fractionation strategy, multigrade lignin fractions with variable hydroxyl group contents, molecular weights, and high purity were obtained without altering their original chemical structures. CLPs with well-defined morphology, narrow size distribution, excellent thermal stability, and long-term colloidal stability can be obtained by rational selection of lignin fractions. We further elucidated that trace elements (S, N) were reorganized onto the near-surface area of CLPs from lignin fractions during the formation process in the form of -SO42- and -NH2. This work provides a sustainable and efficient strategy for refining industrial lignin into high-quality fractions and an in-depth insight into the CLPs formation process, holding great promise for enriching the existing libraries of colloidal materials.
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- Pan Jiang
- Research Institute of Wood Industry, Chinese Academy of Forestry, Xiangshan Road, Beijing 100091, China; National Engineering Research Center for Low-carbon and Efficient Utilization of Forest Biomass, Xiangshan Road, Beijing 100091, China
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- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University, Svante Arrheniusväg 16C, Stockholm 10691, Sweden.
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- Research Institute of Wood Industry, Chinese Academy of Forestry, Xiangshan Road, Beijing 100091, China; National Engineering Research Center for Low-carbon and Efficient Utilization of Forest Biomass, Xiangshan Road, Beijing 100091, China
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- Research Institute of Wood Industry, Chinese Academy of Forestry, Xiangshan Road, Beijing 100091, China; National Engineering Research Center for Low-carbon and Efficient Utilization of Forest Biomass, Xiangshan Road, Beijing 100091, China.
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- Research Institute of Wood Industry, Chinese Academy of Forestry, Xiangshan Road, Beijing 100091, China; National Engineering Research Center for Low-carbon and Efficient Utilization of Forest Biomass, Xiangshan Road, Beijing 100091, China
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Wan YZ, Qian W. From Self-Assembly of Colloidal Crystals toward Ordered Porous Layer Interferometry. BIOSENSORS 2023; 13:730. [PMID: 37504128 PMCID: PMC10377590 DOI: 10.3390/bios13070730] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2023] [Revised: 07/11/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023]
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Interferometry-based, reflectometric, label-free biosensors have made significant progress in the analysis of molecular interactions after years of development. The design of interference substrates is a key research topic for these biosensors, and many studies have focused on porous films prepared by top-down methods such as porous silicon and anodic aluminum oxide. Lately, more research has been conducted on ordered porous layer interferometry (OPLI), which uses ordered porous colloidal crystal films as interference substrates. These films are made using self-assembly techniques, which is the bottom-up approach. They also offer several advantages for biosensing applications, such as budget cost, adjustable porosity, and high structural consistency. This review will briefly explain the fundamental components of self-assembled materials and thoroughly discuss various self-assembly techniques in depth. We will also summarize the latest studies that used the OPLI technique for label-free biosensing applications and divide them into several aspects for further discussion. Then, we will comprehensively evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of self-assembly techniques and discuss possible future research directions. Finally, we will outlook the upcoming challenges and opportunities for label-free biosensing using the OPLI technique.
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- Yi-Zhen Wan
- State Key Laboratory of Digital Medical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Digital Medical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
- OPLI (Suzhou) Biotechnology Co., Ltd., New District, Suzhou 215163, China
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Moreno A, Pylypchuk I, Okahisa Y, Sipponen MH. Urushi as a Green Component for Thermally Curable Colloidal Lignin Particles and Hydrophobic Coatings. ACS Macro Lett 2023; 12:759-766. [PMID: 37212611 PMCID: PMC10286546 DOI: 10.1021/acsmacrolett.3c00186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2023] [Accepted: 05/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/23/2023]
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Colloidal lignin nanoparticles are promising building blocks for sustainable functional materials. However, their instability in organic solvents and aqueous alkali limits their applicability. Current stabilization methods require nonrenewable and toxic reagents or tedious workup procedures. Here we show a method to prepare hybrid nanoparticles using only natural components. Urushi, a form of black oriental lacquer, and lignin are coaggregated to form hybrid particles, with Urushi acting as a sustainable component that stabilizes the particles via hydration barrier effect and thermally triggered internal cross-linking. The weight fractions of the two components can be adjusted to achieve the desired level of stabilization. Hybrid particles with Urushi content >25 wt % undergo interparticle cross-linking that produces multifunctional hydrophobic protective coatings that improve the water resistance of wood. This approach provides a sustainable and efficient method for stabilizing lignin nanoparticles and opens up neoteric possibilities for the development of lignin-based advanced functional materials.
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- Adrian Moreno
- Department
of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University, Svante Arrhenius väg 16C, SE-106
91 Stockholm, Sweden
- Laboratory
of Sustainable Polymers, Department of Analytical Chemistry and Organic
Chemistry, Rovira i Virgili University, Tarragona 43007, Spain
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- Department
of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University, Svante Arrhenius väg 16C, SE-106
91 Stockholm, Sweden
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- Faculty
of Fiber Science and Engineering, Kyoto
Institute of Technology, Matsugasaki, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8585, Japan
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- Department
of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University, Svante Arrhenius väg 16C, SE-106
91 Stockholm, Sweden
- Wallenberg
Wood Science Center, Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University, SE-10691 Stockholm, Sweden
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Liu J, Nero M, Jansson K, Willhammar T, Sipponen MH. Photonic crystals with rainbow colors by centrifugation-assisted assembly of colloidal lignin nanoparticles. Nat Commun 2023; 14:3099. [PMID: 37248262 PMCID: PMC10227086 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-023-38819-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2022] [Accepted: 05/17/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2023] Open
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Photonic crystals are optical materials that are often fabricated by assembly of particles into periodically arranged structures. However, assembly of lignin nanoparticles has been limited due to lacking methods and incomplete understanding of the interparticle forces and packing mechanisms. Here we show a centrifugation-assisted fabrication of photonic crystals with rainbow structural colors emitted from the structure covering the entire visible spectrum. Our results show that centrifugation is crucial for the formation of lignin photonic crystals, because assembly of lignin nanoparticles without centrifugation assistance leads to the formation of stripe patterns rather than photonic crystals. We further prove that the functions of centrifugation are to classify lignin nanoparticles according to their particle size and produce monodispersed particle layers that display gradient colors from red to violet. The different layers of lignin nanoparticles were assembled in a way that created semi-closed packing structures, which gave rise to coherent scattering. The diameter of the lignin nanoparticles in each color layer is smaller than that predicted by a modified Bragg's equation. In situ optical microscope images provided additional evidence on the importance of dynamic rearrangement of lignin nanoparticles during their assembly into semi-closed packing structures. The preparation of lignin nanoparticles combined with the methodology for their classification and assembly pave the way for sustainable photonic crystals.
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- Jinrong Liu
- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University, SE-106 91, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Wallenberg Wood Science Center, Stockholm University, SE-10691, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University, SE-106 91, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University, SE-106 91, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University, SE-106 91, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University, SE-106 91, Stockholm, Sweden.
- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Wallenberg Wood Science Center, Stockholm University, SE-10691, Stockholm, Sweden.
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Xu L, Wang J, Zhang A, Pang Y, Yang D, Lou H, Qiu X. Unveiling the role of long-range and short-range forces in the non-productive adsorption between lignin and cellulases at different temperatures. J Colloid Interface Sci 2023; 647:318-330. [PMID: 37262994 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.05.152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2022] [Revised: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 05/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Quantitatively understanding of interaction mechanism between lignin and cellulases is essential for the efficient improvement of lignocellulose enzymatic hydrolysis. However, the individual contribution of multiple forces between lignin and cellulases to the non-productive adsorption of enzymes still remains deeply ambiguous, especially in situations of near enzymatic hydrolysis temperatures. Herein, atomic force microscopy (AFM) and computational simulations were utilized to quantitatively analyze the intermolecular forces between lignin and enzyme at 25 °C and 40 °C. Our results unveiled that an increase in temperature obviously improved adsorption capacity and total intermolecular forces between lignin and cellulases. This positive relationship mainly comes from the increase in the decay length of hydrophobic forces for lignin-cellulases when temperature increases. Different from the hydrophobic interaction which provides long-range part of attractions, van der Waals forces dominate the intermolecular force only at approaches < 2 nm. On the other hand, electrostatic forces exhibited repulsive effects, and its intensity and distance were limited due to the low surface potential of cellulases. Short-range forces including hydrogen bonding (main) and π-π stacking (minor) stabilize the non-specific binding of enzymes to lignin, but increasing temperature reduces hydrogen bond number. Therefore, the relative contribution of long-range forces increased markedly at higher temperatures, which benefits protein capture and brings lignin and cellulase close together. Finally, the structure-activity relationships between lignin physicochemical properties and its inhibitory effect to enzymes indicated that hydrophobic interactions, hydrogen bonding, and steric effects drive the final adsorption capacity and glucose yields. This work provides quantitative and basic insights into the mechanism of lignin-cellulase interfacial interactions and guides design of saccharification enhancement approaches.
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- Li Xu
- Guangdong Provincial Key Lab of Green Chemical Product Technology, State Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Lab of Green Chemical Product Technology, State Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Lab of Green Chemical Product Technology, State Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Lab of Green Chemical Product Technology, State Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China.
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Lab of Green Chemical Product Technology, State Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Lab of Green Chemical Product Technology, State Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China.
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China
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Hao Z, Li C, Yu J, Zhang X, Ran F, Dai L, Shen Z, Qiu Z, Wang J. Lignin particles as green pore-forming agents for the fabrication of microporous polysulfone membranes. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 241:124603. [PMID: 37105253 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.124603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2023] [Revised: 04/12/2023] [Accepted: 04/21/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023]
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Templating polymeric membranes with micro-nano-scaled solid materials is an effective method to simultaneously improve the water flux and retention ratio. However, the fabrication of a green, recyclable, and size-controlled template material remains a challenge. Here, a new green pore-forming agent, lignin particles (LP), was developed to prepare porous polysulfone (PSF) membranes via the phase inversion technique. A series of LP have uniform sizes from ~200 nm to ~1800 nm. The performances of the templated PSF membranes cast at different sizes and contents of LP were examined for their surface and crosssection morphologies. The LP-templated PSF membranes displayed a remarkable enhancement in flux, porosity, and moisture content. Particularly, the PSF membranes cast with LP from ~200 to 1800 nm broke the traditional trade-off to a certain degree, which possessed stable retentions of bovine serum albumin (> 85 %) and significantly improved water flux (174.275 to 254.775 L m-2 h-1). In addition, the LP pore-forming agent is low-cost and environmentally friendly as it was prepared from industrial by-products and can be easily recycled. Overall, this study shows that lignin particles are green pore-forming agents that can be used for the fabrication of porous polymeric membranes with improved performance for water treatment.
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- Zhenxin Hao
- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China; Department of Environment and Health, Institude of Environmental and Operational Medicine, Tianjin 300050, China; Key Laboratory of Subsurface Hydrology and Ecological Effect in Arid Region (Chang'an University), Ministry of Education, Xi'an 710064, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Environment and Health, Institude of Environmental and Operational Medicine, Tianjin 300050, China.
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- Department of Environment and Health, Institude of Environmental and Operational Medicine, Tianjin 300050, China; School of Water and Environment, Chang'an University, Xi'an 710064, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China; Department of Environment and Health, Institude of Environmental and Operational Medicine, Tianjin 300050, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China; Department of Environment and Health, Institude of Environmental and Operational Medicine, Tianjin 300050, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China; National Engineering Lab for Pulp and Paper, China National Pulp and Paper Research Institute Co., Ltd, Beijing 100102, China.
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- Department of Environment and Health, Institude of Environmental and Operational Medicine, Tianjin 300050, China
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- Department of Environment and Health, Institude of Environmental and Operational Medicine, Tianjin 300050, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China; Department of Environment and Health, Institude of Environmental and Operational Medicine, Tianjin 300050, China.
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Österberg M, Henn KA, Farooq M, Valle-Delgado JJ. Biobased Nanomaterials─The Role of Interfacial Interactions for Advanced Materials. Chem Rev 2023; 123:2200-2241. [PMID: 36720130 PMCID: PMC9999428 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrev.2c00492] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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This review presents recent advances regarding biomass-based nanomaterials, focusing on their surface interactions. Plant biomass-based nanoparticles, like nanocellulose and lignin from industry side streams, hold great potential for the development of lightweight, functional, biodegradable, or recyclable material solutions for a sustainable circular bioeconomy. However, to obtain optimal properties of the nanoparticles and materials made thereof, it is crucial to control the interactions both during particle production and in applications. Herein we focus on the current understanding of these interactions. Solvent interactions during particle formation and production, as well as interactions with water, polymers, cells and other components in applications, are addressed. We concentrate on cellulose and lignin nanomaterials and their combination. We demonstrate how the surface chemistry of the nanomaterials affects these interactions and how excellent performance is only achieved when the interactions are controlled. We furthermore introduce suitable methods for probing interactions with nanomaterials, describe their advantages and challenges, and introduce some less commonly used methods and discuss their possible applications to gain a deeper understanding of the interfacial chemistry of biobased nanomaterials. Finally, some gaps in current understanding and interesting emerging research lines are identified.
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- Monika Österberg
- Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems, School of Chemical Engineering, Aalto University, Vuorimiehentie 1, 02150Espoo, Finland
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- Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems, School of Chemical Engineering, Aalto University, Vuorimiehentie 1, 02150Espoo, Finland
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- Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems, School of Chemical Engineering, Aalto University, Vuorimiehentie 1, 02150Espoo, Finland
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- Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems, School of Chemical Engineering, Aalto University, Vuorimiehentie 1, 02150Espoo, Finland
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Jiang B, Jiao H, Guo X, Chen G, Guo J, Wu W, Jin Y, Cao G, Liang Z. Lignin-Based Materials for Additive Manufacturing: Chemistry, Processing, Structures, Properties, and Applications. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2023; 10:e2206055. [PMID: 36658694 PMCID: PMC10037990 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202206055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2022] [Revised: 12/05/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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The utilization of lignin, the most abundant aromatic biomass component, is at the forefront of sustainable engineering, energy, and environment research, where its abundance and low-cost features enable widespread application. Constructing lignin into material parts with controlled and desired macro- and microstructures and properties via additive manufacturing has been recognized as a promising technology and paves the way to the practical application of lignin. Considering the rapid development and significant progress recently achieved in this field, a comprehensive and critical review and outlook on three-dimensional (3D) printing of lignin is highly desirable. This article fulfils this demand with an overview on the structure of lignin and presents the state-of-the-art of 3D printing of pristine lignin and lignin-based composites, and highlights the key challenges. It is attempted to deliver better fundamental understanding of the impacts of morphology, microstructure, physical, chemical, and biological modifications, and composition/hybrids on the rheological behavior of lignin/polymer blends, as well as, on the mechanical, physical, and chemical performance of the 3D printed lignin-based materials. The main points toward future developments involve hybrid manufacturing, in situ polymerization, and surface tension or energy driven molecular segregation are also elaborated and discussed to promote the high-value utilization of lignin.
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- Bo Jiang
- Jiangsu Co‐Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest ResourcesInternational Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and MaterialsNanjing Forestry UniversityNanjing210037China
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- Jiangsu Co‐Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest ResourcesInternational Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and MaterialsNanjing Forestry UniversityNanjing210037China
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- Jiangsu Co‐Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest ResourcesInternational Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and MaterialsNanjing Forestry UniversityNanjing210037China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Lignocellulosic ChemistryBeijing Forestry UniversityBeijing100083China
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- Jiangsu Co‐Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest ResourcesInternational Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and MaterialsNanjing Forestry UniversityNanjing210037China
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- Jiangsu Co‐Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest ResourcesInternational Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and MaterialsNanjing Forestry UniversityNanjing210037China
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- Jiangsu Co‐Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest ResourcesInternational Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and MaterialsNanjing Forestry UniversityNanjing210037China
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringUniversity of WashingtonSeattleWA98195‐2120USA
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- Institute of Functional Nano & Soft Materials Laboratory (FUNSOM)Jiangsu Key Laboratory for Carbon‐Based Functional Materials & DevicesJoint International Research Laboratory of Carbon‐Based Functional Materials and DevicesSoochow UniversitySuzhou215123China
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Li C, An X, Ren Q, Liu L, Long Y, Zhang H, Yang J, Nie S, Tian Z, Yang G, Cheng Z, Cao H, Liu H. Nanogrinding/ethanol activation facilitating lignin fractionation for preparation of monodispersed lignin nanoparticles. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 227:608-618. [PMID: 36495988 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.12.051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2022] [Revised: 11/23/2022] [Accepted: 12/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Lignin nanoparticles (LNPs), as one of green and sustainable biological macromolecules, have attracted great attention owing to their promising potentials in many valorized fields. However, the lignin heterogeneity seriously restricts the controllable preparation of LNPs. Herein, a facile nanogrinding activation combining anhydrous ethanol dissolution process was developed to efficiently homogenize lignin prior to gradient ethanol fractionation. Two lignin fractions were obtained from nanogrinding activation/ethanol dissolution followed by gradient ethanol fractionation: L-fractions and S-fractions. Therefore, monodispersed LNPs with unique concave hollow nanostructure and large particle size, and monodispersed LNPs with solid core nanostructure and small particle size were successfully prepared from L-fractions and S-fractions, respectively, via a GVL/water anti-solvent method. The proposed LNPs formation mechanisms facilitated by nanogrinding activation/ethanol dissolution treatment were demonstrated. This study put forwards a facile and green integrated approach for monodispersed LNPs preparation with controllable morphology and particle size.
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- Chenxi Li
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, No. 29, 13(th) Street, TEDA, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, No. 29, 13(th) Street, TEDA, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China; Department of Chemical Engineering, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, NB E3B 5A3, Canada.
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, No. 29, 13(th) Street, TEDA, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, No. 29, 13(th) Street, TEDA, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China; Department of Chemical Engineering, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, NB E3B 5A3, Canada
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, No. 29, 13(th) Street, TEDA, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, No. 29, 13(th) Street, TEDA, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, No. 29, 13(th) Street, TEDA, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Clean Pulp & Papermaking and Pollution Control, College of Light Industry and Food Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Material and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology, Shandong Academy of Sciences, Jinan 250353, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biobased Material and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology, Shandong Academy of Sciences, Jinan 250353, PR China
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- Zhejiang Jing Xing Paper Joint Stock Co., Ltd., No. 1, Jing Xing Industry Zone, Jing Xing First Road, Caoqiao Street, Pinghu, Zhejiang Province 314214, PR China
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- Zhejiang Jing Xing Paper Joint Stock Co., Ltd., No. 1, Jing Xing Industry Zone, Jing Xing First Road, Caoqiao Street, Pinghu, Zhejiang Province 314214, PR China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, No. 29, 13(th) Street, TEDA, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China.
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Zhu G, Shang J, Wen W, Li Y, Yin G. Multilamellar spherical micelles of alkali lignin: dissipative particle dynamics simulations. J Mol Model 2023; 29:33. [PMID: 36622451 DOI: 10.1007/s00894-023-05442-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2022] [Accepted: 01/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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CONTEXT Lignin has an immense potential for the production of lignin-based functional materials. In this work, effect of 2-chloro-ethyltrimethyl ammonium chloride (AC)-grafted alkali lignin (AL) on the morphologies in water was investigated by dissipative particle dynamics (DPD) simulations. The results showed that AL molecules formed spherical micelles, but the corresponding phenylpropane units of AL were randomly distributed in spherical micelles. However, AC-grafted modification of phenolic hydroxyl groups in AL led to the formation of multilamellar spherical micelles. The formation of multilamellar spherical micelles of AL mainly went through four stages: small clusters, larger aggregates with a core-shell structure, trilaminar, and multilamellar spherical micelles. AL molecules resulted in dimethomorph molecules being randomly distributed in the spherical micelle, while the dimethomorph molecules were perfectly entrapped into the spherical micelles of AC-grafted AL. Various molecular weights of AL had no effect on the formation and size of multilamellar spherical micelles. With increasing the content of AC-grafted AL, small clusters, multilamellar spherical micelles, tube-like, and lamellar aggregates were observed successively. This work highlights the potential of lignin to prepare monodispersed lignin-based functional colloidal spheres. METHODS Coarse-grained beads were performed energy minimization, geometric optimization, NPT ensemble (298 K and 1.0 bar), and NVT ensemble (298 K) calculations. DPD simulations were carried out at 300,000 steps in a 30×30×30 Rc3 cubic box with Materials Studio 7.0 program.
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- Guodian Zhu
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, 510225, China. .,Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250353, China. .,Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Clean Transportation Energy Chemistry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, 510225, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, 510225, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450046, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, 510225, China.
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Wang J, Chen W, Yang D, Fang Z, Liu W, Xiang T, Qiu X. Photonic Lignin with Tunable and Stimuli-Responsive Structural Color. ACS NANO 2022; 16:20705-20713. [PMID: 36480448 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.2c07756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Due to the growing sustainability and health requirements, structural color materials fabricated with functional natural polymers have attracted increasing attention in advanced optical and biomedical fields. Lignin has many attractive features such as great biocompatibility, ultraviolet resistance, antioxidant property, and thermostability, making it a promising natural resource to be fabricated as functional structural color materials. However, to date, the utilization of lignin as the building block for structural color materials is still a challenge due to its disordered structure. Herein, we present a strategy to transform disordered lignin into ordered "photonic lignin", in which monodisperse lignin colloidal spheres are prepared via solvent/antisolvent self-assembly, and then the periodic structure is constructed by centrifugal effect. The photonic lignin exhibits structural colors that are tunable by modulating the diameter of lignin colloidal spheres. We further demonstrate the application of photonic lignin as a natural polymer-based coating that shows bright, angle-independent, and stimuli-responsive structural colors. Moreover, the cytotoxicity assay indicates the excellent biocompatibility of photonic lignin with human skin, blood vessels, digestive systems, and other tissues, which demonstrates the great potential of photonic lignin in the applications such as implanted/wearable optical devices, advanced cosmetics, and smart food packaging.
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- Jingyu Wang
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou510641, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou510641, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou510641, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou510641, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou510641, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou510641, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou510006, China
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Bai Y, Wang X, Wang X, Yang X, Li X, Xin H, Sun D, Zhou J. Self-assembled/composited lignin colloids utilizing for therapy, cosmetics and emulsification. Front Chem 2022; 10:1107643. [PMID: 36618859 PMCID: PMC9811180 DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2022.1107643] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2022] [Accepted: 12/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
Abstract
Lignin, the most abundant source of renewable aromatic compounds on the planet, is attracting more scholarly attention due to its possibility of replacing petroleum-based chemicals and products. However, it remains underutilized because of the heterogeneity of its multi-level structure that prevents homogenization and standardization of derived products. The key to solving these problems lies in finding a general preparation method to achieve the integrated utilization of lignin molecules at all levels. The assembly-mediated granulation methods provide a significant means for the integrated value-added utilization of lignin, and for biomass productization applications, it is significant to understand the molecular mechanisms of lignin nano-colloids (LNCs) formation thus accurately guiding their functionalization. Therefore, a thorough understanding of the assembly morphology and behavior of lignin in different solutions towards colloids is of great scientific importance. In this minireview, we focus on the assembly behavior of lignin in different solvents, specifically in mono-solvent and multi-solvent, and in particular, we review various methods for preparing lignin composite colloids and concentrate on the applications in therapy, cosmetics and emulsification, which are important for guiding the preparation and efficient utilization of LNCs.
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- Yating Bai
- Liaoning Key Lab of Lignocellulose Chemistry and BioMaterials, Liaoning Collaborative Innovation Center for Lignocellulosic Biorefinery, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, China
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- Liaoning Key Lab of Lignocellulose Chemistry and BioMaterials, Liaoning Collaborative Innovation Center for Lignocellulosic Biorefinery, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, China,*Correspondence: Xing Wang, ; Dayin Sun,
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- Liaoning Key Lab of Lignocellulose Chemistry and BioMaterials, Liaoning Collaborative Innovation Center for Lignocellulosic Biorefinery, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, China
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- Liaoning Key Lab of Lignocellulose Chemistry and BioMaterials, Liaoning Collaborative Innovation Center for Lignocellulosic Biorefinery, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, China
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- Liaoning Key Lab of Lignocellulose Chemistry and BioMaterials, Liaoning Collaborative Innovation Center for Lignocellulosic Biorefinery, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, China
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- Liaoning Key Lab of Lignocellulose Chemistry and BioMaterials, Liaoning Collaborative Innovation Center for Lignocellulosic Biorefinery, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, China
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- Polymer Institute of Science and Engineering, Department of Chemical Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China,*Correspondence: Xing Wang, ; Dayin Sun,
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- Liaoning Key Lab of Lignocellulose Chemistry and BioMaterials, Liaoning Collaborative Innovation Center for Lignocellulosic Biorefinery, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, China
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Zhang J, Tian Z, Ji X, Zhang F. Fabrication Mechanisms of Lignin Nanoparticles and Their Ultraviolet Protection Ability in PVA Composite Film. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:4196. [PMID: 36236143 PMCID: PMC9572465 DOI: 10.3390/polym14194196] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2022] [Revised: 09/30/2022] [Accepted: 10/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
Abstract
Lignin is an indispensable and essential compound present in plants. It is a renewable resource and a green alternative to traditional petroleum energy. The rational utilization of lignin can reduce the environmental damage caused by traditional industrial development. The preparation of lignin nanoparticles (LNPs) using the self-assembly method is one of the most favorable ways to achieve high value-added utilization of lignin. However, the process requires an in-depth understanding of the sphere-forming mechanism of lignin self-assembly and the interaction of self-assembly forces. We used the same raw materials and two different preparation methods to prepare LNPs. The results revealed that the variation in the order of the dropwise addition of lignin solution and deionized water produced LNPs with varying average sizes. The sphere-forming mechanisms of the two kinds of lignin nanoparticles were discussed for the preparation of UV-resistant polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) polymeric films. During lignin spherification, the faster the solution reaches the supersaturation state, the faster the spherogenesis rate is, the smaller the size is, and the narrower the particle size distribution is. The lignin micro/nanospheres are produced by exploiting the π-π bonding interactions in lignin itself. The lignin micro/nanospheres are then mixed with PVA to form a film to obtain a lignin-PVA composite film material with an anti-UV effect.
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- Jiawei Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Bio-based Materials and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology (Shan-dong Academy of Sciences), Ji'nan 250353, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio-based Materials and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology (Shan-dong Academy of Sciences), Ji'nan 250353, China
- Shandong Huatai Paper Co., Ltd., Dongying 257335, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio-based Materials and Green Papermaking, Qilu University of Technology (Shan-dong Academy of Sciences), Ji'nan 250353, China
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Zeng S, Zhang S, Liu X, Zhao H, Guo D, Tong X, Li J. Green and Efficient Preparation of Tailed Lignin Nanoparticles and UV Shielding Composite Films. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:2561. [PMID: 35893529 PMCID: PMC9330830 DOI: 10.3390/nano12152561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2022] [Revised: 07/18/2022] [Accepted: 07/21/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Lignin nanoparticles (LNP) with various morphologies could be prepared with solvent-antisolvent methods. However, the employed toxic chemicals limited its large-scale application. In this study, an extremely green method using only ethanol and water as solvent and antisolvent was reported. Besides, with the syringaldehyde (SA) addition and its anchoring action on the lignin particles, a forming process of the tailed structure was observed and resulted. Moreover, the improved electronegativity originating from the phenolic hydroxyl groups enhanced the size distribution uniformity, and the new absorption peaks at 1190 cm-1 demonstrated the involvement of SA in the LNP formation. Lastly, the tailed lignin nanoparticles (T-LNP) composited with, respectively, polyvinyl alcohol, chitosan, cellulose nanofibers, cationic etherified starch, and sodium alginate were successfully prepared. The outstanding UV-shielding and free radical scavenging properties in the above composites showed their great potential in wide applications in packaging materials.
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- School of Environmental and Natural Resources, Zhejiang University of Science and Technology, Hangzhou 310023, China; (S.Z.); (S.Z.); (X.L.); (H.Z.); (D.G.); (X.T.)
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