This book aims to offer comprehensive insights into biomass pretreatment and utilization for recovering value-added products. The book focuses on various topics including lignocellulosic biorefinery challenges, lignolytic enzymes, bioprocess advancements, and emerging industrial applications. It also serves as a knowledge repository on the use of lignocellulosic biomass and enzymes in biotechnological processes, bio-composites development, pulp and paper processing, bio-energy production, biomass detoxification, and more. Chapters of this book cover a broad focus on enzyme technologies, treatment strategies, and the application of industrially important enzymes. Chapters cover the unique features, like the focus on economically feasible treatment strategies, and highlight the book's emphasis on practicality. The book includes aspects of microbial enzymes and biomass overview, advancements in biomass pretreatment, metabolic and genetic engineering approaches, improved process and recovery strategies, eco-friendly bio bleaching in the pulp and paper industry, bioethanol production, and lignocellulose biorefinery. This book is targeted towards a diverse audience including undergraduates, postgraduates, and researchers in academia and industries.
Dr. Rajeev Kumar Kapoor is an associate professor of microbiology at Maharshi Dayanand University. He has a strong background in academia, research, and patent-related activities. Dr. Kapoor obtained his Ph.D. in microbiology from the University of Delhi South Campus and has made significant contributions to the field. He is involved in teaching postgraduate students at Maharshi Dayanand University, focusing on industrial enzymes. He is also involved in patent filing and prosecution, bridging the gap between academia and industry. Dr. Kapoor has had international exposure, including working as a visiting scientist at the University of Arkansas, USA. Dr Kapoor has received several prestigious awards, and he has published various manuscripts/articles in peer-reviewed international journals and has authored many book chapters.
Dr. Kalavathy Rajan is an assistant professor of fiber and biopolymers at Texas Tech University. With over 9 years of research experience, she has worked in prestigious institutions such as the University of Arkansas and the University of Tennessee. Her research focuses on enzymatic saccharification, chemical fractionation of bioactive compounds, and the development of bio-based products from renewable feedstocks. Dr. Rajan has received several awards, including the ICAR International Fellowship and the Navajbai Ratan Tata fellowship. She has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and serves as a panel reviewer for U.S. federal grants. Her dedication to sustainability and comprehensive biomass utilization exemplifies her position as a distinguished researcher and educator in the field of fiber and biopolymers.
