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Biomass derived
pentoses: from biotechnology to fine chemistry 14-16 November 2010 Reims, France |
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term biorefining embraces a wide range of processes that are designed
to transform biomass into a variety of products, including fuels,
chemicals and materials. The development of the technologies that will
underpin future biorefining is a key aspect of the current drive
towards a sustainable biobased economy. These technologies will combine
the best of chemistry and biotechnology in order to achieve the optimal
use of biomass. So far, many key developments in lignocellulosic biorefining technologies have focused on the use of cellulose and glucose, while smart valorization routes for pentose-rich hemicelluloses and lignins are relatively scarce. Nevertheless, regarding pentose sugars, the first edition of Biomass-derived pentoses underlined the growing awareness of the importance of these biomass components and revealed the first glimpses of emerging technologies. The aim of the second edition of biomass-derived pentoses is to provide an updated status report on pentose-orientated R&D and present the future industrial prospects in this area. Convinced that the second edition of biomass-derived pentoses will be as stimulating and multidisciplinary as the first one, the organizers invite R&D and industrial players from Chemistry and Biotechnology sectors to join us and help to shape future biorefining processes. |
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