Lokesh Kumar

College of Natural Resources

Works (5)

Updated: January 23rd, 2026 08:26

2026 article

Sustainable and alternative fiber production from industrial hemp hurds: bench and pilot scale assessment

Sarder, R., Debnath, M., Kumar, L., Freeman, T. E., Agate, S., Tyagi, P., & Pal, L. (2026, January 18). Cellulose, Vol. 1.

By: R. Sarder n, M. Debnath n, L. Kumar n, T. Freeman*, S. Agate* , P. Tyagi n , L. Pal n 

topics (OpenAlex): Lignin and Wood Chemistry; Advanced Cellulose Research Studies; Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (OpenAlex)
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 21, 2026

2025 article

Emergence of deep eutectic solvents (DES): chemistry, preparation, properties, and applications in biorefineries and critical materials

Mani, K. A., Kumar, L., Barrios, N., Agate, S., Mittal, A., Yarbrough, J., … Pal, L. (2025, September 30). Progress in Materials Science, Vol. 157.

By: K. Mani*, L. Kumar*, N. Barrios* , S. Agate* , A. Mittal, J. Yarbrough, H. Jameel*, L. Lucia* , L. Pal* 

author keywords: Deep Eutectic Solvents; Lignocellulose Biorefinery; Energy Materials; Chemicals and Products; Pharmaceuticals; Recyclability
topics (OpenAlex): Ionic liquids properties and applications; Extraction and Separation Processes; Crystallization and Solubility Studies
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries
Added: October 1, 2025

2025 article

Enhanced chitosan–microfibrillated cellulose hydrogen bonding for edible packaging and food shelf-life extension

Kumar, L., Agwuncha, S. C., Tyagi, P., & Pal, L. (2025, September 17). Food Packaging and Shelf Life, Vol. 52.

By: L. Kumar n, S. Agwuncha n, P. Tyagi n  & L. Pal n 

author keywords: Chitosan; Micro-fibrillated cellulose; Hydrogen bonding; Edible films; Edible coatings; Shelf-life extensions
topics (OpenAlex): Nanocomposite Films for Food Packaging; Advanced Cellulose Research Studies; biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: September 29, 2025

2025 article

Innovations in Edible Packaging Films, Coatings, and Antimicrobial Agents for Applications in Food Industry

Kumar, L., Tyagi, P., Lucia, L., & Pal, L. (2025, June 24). Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, Vol. 24.

By: L. Kumar n, P. Tyagi n , L. Lucia n  & L. Pal n 

author keywords: active packaging; antimicrobial agents; edible films and coatings; encapsulation; food preservation; sustainable food packaging
MeSH headings : Food Packaging / methods; Anti-Infective Agents; Edible Films; Food Industry; Food Safety; Food Preservation / methods
topics (OpenAlex): Nanocomposite Films for Food Packaging; Consumer Packaging Perceptions and Trends; Tea Polyphenols and Effects
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 30, 2025

2025 article

Sustainable micro/nano-fibrillated cellulose containing linerboard packaging with enhanced ply-bond strength by controlled fibrillation, addition rate, and retention

Starkey, H., Kumar, L., Debnath, M., Jameel, H., & Pal, L. (2025, July 22). Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies and Applications, Vol. 11.

By: H. Starkey n, L. Kumar n, M. Debnath n, H. Jameel n & L. Pal n 

author keywords: Micro-nano scale fibrillated fibers; Fibrillation level; Cationic starch; Linerboard; Ply bonding; Sustainable packaging
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Cellulose Research Studies; Nanocomposite Films for Food Packaging; biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 1, 2025

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