Bio-processing of agricultural residues to bio-fuels using Neurospora discreta
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Pamidipati, S. and Ahmed, A. 2017. Bio-processing of agricultural residues to bio-fuels using Neurospora discreta.
Authors | Pamidipati, S. and Ahmed, A. |
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Type | Speech |
Description | The use of lignocellulosic agricultural residues for production of biofuels can address two pressing concerns of waste treatment and energy crisis simultaneously. However, the lignin present in these residues poses a challenge due to its recalcitrance, resulting in low overall yields despite using multi-step processes employing strong chemicals or high energy input to degrade the lignin. ‘Complete bioprocessing’ of agricultural residues using microorganisms is in its nascent stages of development and offers a promising alternative to existing processes. In our lab, we have found that a locally isolated fungus, Neurospora discreta can be used for such a process as it has the enzymatic machinery required for complete degradation of lignocellulosic biomass and producing not only ethanol but also carotenoids which can serve as a value added product. A proof of concept study for complete bioprocessing of two types of agricultural residues using N. discreta is discussed here. |
Year | 2017 |
Conference | 15th International Conference on Environmental Science and Technology |
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Deposited | 02 Jul 2019 |
Output status | Published |
Publication dates | |
Online | 31 Aug 2017 |
Accepted author manuscript |
https://repository.canterbury.ac.uk/item/89018/bio-processing-of-agricultural-residues-to-bio-fuels-using-neurospora-discreta
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