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2026 review

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

[Review of ]. PROGRESS IN MATERIALS SCIENCE, 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):
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: October 1, 2025

2025 manuscript

Chemical Characterization of Commercial Willow Hybrids—a Potentially Superior Renewable Feedstock

Lucian Lucia

topics (OpenAlex): Bioenergy crop production and management; Forest Biomass Utilization and Management; Botany and Plant Ecology Studies
Source: ORCID
Added: October 27, 2025

2025 article

Valorization of Kraft Lignin via Isocyanate Modification for Use in Polylactic Acid Biocomposites with Improved Mechanical and Functional Properties

Cho, Y., Choi, J.-ho, Cho, S.-M., Shin, J., Kim, H., Han, G., … Choi, I.-G. (2025, October 14). ACS OMEGA.

co-author countries: Korea (Republic of) 🇰🇷
topics (OpenAlex): Lignin and Wood Chemistry; biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties; Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites
Source: Web Of Science
Added: October 21, 2025

2025 article

Advancing the organosolv biorefinery. Part I: Vapor stripping-vapor permeation for the recovery of 1-butanol from aqueous solutions

Gaynor, J. G., Gaynor, G. L., & Lucia, L. A. (2025, September 26). BIOFUELS BIOPRODUCTS & BIOREFINING-BIOFPR, Vol. 9.

By: J. Gaynor, G. Gaynor & L. Lucia

author keywords: butanol; vapor stripping-vapor permeation; solvent recovery; biorefinery development
topics (OpenAlex):
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: October 7, 2025

2025 article

Backpack Load Carriage Affects Motor and Sensory Responses of the Median Nerve

Hein, J. L., Saul, K., & Schmidt, D. J. (2025, September 24). MILITARY MEDICINE, Vol. 9.

By: J. Hein, K. Saul & D. Schmidt

topics (OpenAlex):
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: October 7, 2025

2025 journal article

Supply–demand strategies for near-term climate benefits from hydrogen in the United States

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

By: Y. Xu, W. Peng & Y. Yao

topics (OpenAlex):
Source: ORCID
Added: October 6, 2025

2025 journal article

Life cycle assessment of hardwood cross-laminated timber production in the eastern United States

JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION, 527.

By: J. Zhao*, J. Wang*, L. Denes, Z. Liu, N. Anderson, R. Bergman, K. Lan*, W. Hu

author keywords: Cross-laminated timber; Hardwood; Life cycle assessment; Sustainable construction material; Global warming potential
topics (OpenAlex): Wood Treatment and Properties; Forest ecology and management; Lignin and Wood Chemistry
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: October 1, 2025

2025 journal article

Advanced nuclear reactor integration opportunities for the pulp and paper industry in the U.S. context: Technical perspectives, gap analysis, and preliminary technoeconomic assessment

SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS, 83.

By: E. Molina, N. Guaita, K. Sweeney, S. Root, V. Garcia, E. Carrejo*, S. Park*, E. Worsham, R. Saeed

author keywords: Kraft pulping process; Advanced nuclear reactor; Nuclear-integration options; Greenhouse gas emissions; Black liquor; Lime kiln
topics (OpenAlex): Extraction and Separation Processes; Sustainable Industrial Ecology
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 29, 2025

2025 journal article

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

FOOD PACKAGING AND SHELF LIFE, 52.

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

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
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Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: September 29, 2025

2025 journal article

Comparative life cycle assessment of bamboo-containing and wood-based hygiene tissue: Implications of fiber sourcing and conversion technologies

CLEANER ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS, 19.

By: N. Forfora, R. Ortega, I. Urdaneta, I. Azuaje, K. Vivas, H. Jameel, R. Venditti, R. Gonzalez

author keywords: Life cycle assessment; Bamboo fibers; Process simulation; Pulp and paper products; Soil carbon sequestration; Biogenic carbon accounting
topics (OpenAlex):
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 24, 2025

2025 article

Spiers Memorial Lecture: organic, physical & polymer aspects pivotal in lignin valorization

Pajer, N., Crestini, C., & Argyropoulos, D. S. (2025, August 27). Spiers Memorial Lecture: organic, physical & polymer aspects pivotal in lignin valorization. FARADAY DISCUSSIONS, Vol. 8.

By: N. Pajer*, C. Crestini* & D. Argyropoulos n

co-author countries: Italy 🇮🇹
topics (OpenAlex): Lignin and Wood Chemistry
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 22, 2025

2025 journal article

Techno-economics of hydrocarbon fuel production and recyclables recovery from landfill-destined municipal solid waste: AI-enhanced materials recovery facility design

JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION, 525.

By: R. Thiyagarajan, R. Rao, M. Salas, N. Haque, A. Sarker, R. Kumar, A. Tripathy, V. Srinivasan ...

author keywords: Municipal solid waste; Intermediate chemicals and sugars; Sustainable aviation fuels; Artificial intelligence; Techno-economic analysis; Sustainability
topics (OpenAlex):
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 16, 2025

2025 journal article

ANÁLISIS COMPARATIVO DE LAS PROPIEDADES ESTRUCTURALES DE UNA MICELA DE SDS EN AGUA Y SU INTERACCIÓN CON EL SOLVENTE USANDO LOS MODELOS CHARMM36/TIP3P Y GROMOS53A6/SPC

Revista De La Facultad De Ciencias.

By: J. Parra*, A. Roldan, E. Rodriguez, E. Alcalá & E. Iza

topics (OpenAlex): Environmental Chemistry and Analysis
Source: ORCID
Added: September 15, 2025

2025 journal article

Gaseous carbon dioxide removal from composting of biomass and cotton textile waste

WASTE MANAGEMENT, 207.

By: E. Woods, P. Berlin, J. Daystar & W. Sagues

author keywords: Carbon removal; Biomass; Composting; CO2 CAPTURE; Cotton; Textile waste
topics (OpenAlex):
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science
Added: September 15, 2025

2025 conference paper

Bioplastic derived from corn stover: Life cycle assessment and artificial intelligence-based analysis of uncertainty and variability

International Symposium on Wood, Fiber and Pulping Chemistry 2025. Presented at the International Symposium on Wood, Fiber and Pulping Chemistry, Raleigh, NC.

By: J. Li, Y. Wang, C. Xu, S. Liu, J. Dai & K. Lan

Event: International Symposium on Wood, Fiber and Pulping Chemistry at Raleigh, NC

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: September 14, 2025

2025 review

Hemicellulosic Biogels: A Fundamentally New Sustainable Platform Approach to Address Societal Grand Challenges

[Review of ]. GELS, 11(9).

By: A. Ayoub n & L. Lucia n

author keywords: hemicellulose; gels; water treatment; coatings; adhesives; food and beverages; agricultural solution; biomedical
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Materials and Mechanics; Micro and Nano Robotics; Advanced Cellulose Research Studies; Hydrogels: synthesis, properties, applications; Electrospun Nanofibers in Biomedical Applications
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 14, 2025

2025 conference paper

Life Cycle Assessment of Negative Carbon Sustainable Aviation Fuels from Paper Sludge

International Symposium on Wood, Fiber and Pulping Chemistry 2025. Poster presented at the International Symposium on Wood, Fiber and Pulping Chemistry, Raleigh, NC.

By: J. Huang, Y. Wang, S. Park & K. Lan

Event: International Symposium on Wood, Fiber and Pulping Chemistry at Raleigh, NC

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: September 14, 2025

2025 conference paper

Life Cycle Assessment of Negative Carbon Sustainable Aviation Fuels from Paper Sludge

Forest Products Society and Society of Wood Science and Technology, Presented at the Forest Products Society and Society of Wood Science and Technology, Fort Collins, CO.

By: J. Huang, Y. Wang, S. Park & K. Lan

Event: Forest Products Society and Society of Wood Science and Technology at Fort Collins, CO

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: September 14, 2025

2025 conference paper

Life Cycle Assessment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel Derived from Paper Sludge

International Symposium on Wood, Fiber and Pulping Chemistry 2025. Presented at the International Symposium on Wood, Fiber and Pulping Chemistry, Raleigh, NC.

By: K. Lan, D. Cruz, J. Li, A. Boakye, H. Park, P. Tiller, A. Mittal, D. Johson, S. Park, Y. Yao

Event: International Symposium on Wood, Fiber and Pulping Chemistry at Raleigh, NC

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: September 14, 2025

2025 conference paper

Soil organic carbon change can reduce the climate benefits of biofuel produced from forest residues

International Conference on Industrial Ecology (ISIE 2025). Presented at the International Conference on Industrial Ecology (ISIE 2025), Singapore.

By: K. Lan, B. Zhang, T. Lee & Y. Yao

Event: International Conference on Industrial Ecology (ISIE 2025) at Singapore

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: September 14, 2025

2025 journal article

The effects of hip abductor fatigue on gait instability in older adults

Journal of Neurophysiology.

By: A. Shelton, V. Mercer, K. Saul, K. Truong & J. Franz

topics (OpenAlex):
Source: ORCID
Added: September 12, 2025

2025 journal article

Adsorption Characteristics of Bacterial Cellulose Membranes Toward Methylene Blue Dye in Aqueous Environment

GELS, 11(9).

By: Z. Hu, C. Brewer, A. Pyrch, Z. Wang, D. Jamadgni, W. Krause, L. Lucia

author keywords: bacterial cellulose; adsorption; methylene blue; dye
topics (OpenAlex):
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 10, 2025

2025 journal article

A new approach to improve the economic and environmental attractiveness of biomethane from biomass gasification with redox-activated CO2 sorbents

Chemical Engineering Journal, 523, 167510.

By: M. Garcia-Vallejo, M. Rukh, S. Wang, R. Cai, L. Brody, C. Killmer, K. Lan, Y. Yao, F. Li, S. Park

author keywords: Biomethane; Chemical looping; Perovskite oxides; CO 2 capture; Techno-economic assessment; Life cycle assessment
topics (OpenAlex):
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: September 8, 2025

2025 journal article

Influence of borate chemical treatment on adhesive bond performance of Douglas fir and grand fir laminates

European Journal of Wood and Wood Products, 83(2).

By: A. Adeniran, K. Englund, H. Li* & J. Kim

topics (OpenAlex): Wood Treatment and Properties; Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites; Lignin and Wood Chemistry
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 8, 2025

2025 journal article

Sustainable production of xylo-oligosaccharides: A comparative environmental life cycle and techno-economic analysis

Bioresource Technology Reports, 31, 102233.

By: J. Morizet-Davis*, S. Wang*, H. Kim*, C. Ham, K. Lan*, R. Venditti*, S. Park*

topics (OpenAlex): Biofuel production and bioconversion; Polysaccharides Composition and Applications; Catalysis for Biomass Conversion
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: September 8, 2025

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