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INFORMBIO led by Munster Technological University (MTU) in collaboration with Teagasc, University of Galway and the Central Statistics Office (CSO), has reached a #key #milestone with the expansion of a #mapping and #modelling tool with Irish biological raw materials or #biomass. The expansion of this tool will contribute towards advancing Ireland’s #circular #bioeconomy by quantifying the potential of the bioeconomy to contribute to Ireland’s climate and sustainability targets.

Happy to share the link of the publication from our collaborative work titled "Emerging Contaminants in Polluted Waters: Harnessing Biochar's Potential for Effective Treatment" in the Journal of Environmental Management (IF: 8.0). The paper discusses the unique effectiveness of modified biochar for emerging pollutants removal, and explores the potential for biochar regeneration, offering fresh perspectives on both functionality and sustainability. It also covers the reusability, economics, and life cycle assessment of using biochar in wastewater remediation. https://lnkd.in/geTgZDVS

Dear colleagues, The summer is in full swing but research work never stops 😎 ! Please check our latest paper 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐨-𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥, 𝐏𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐨-𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥, 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐜𝐨-𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐲𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, just published in the Journal of Renewable Materials TSP (Scopus Citescore 4.1)!

👇 Editor's choice "Walnut shell biochar-assistant anaerobic digestion towards carbon-energy recovery from thermal-hydrolyzed excess sludge: Specific illustration in carbon source fate" ✍ Authors: Heliang Pang (first author), Jinsuo Lu (corresponding author) et. al.,  Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology, China. 💡 WS biochar increased carbon release by 16.56 %, converting 62.84 % to carbon- energy. 💡 Remarkable carbon recovery of 23.54 % was achieved in 16-d digestion. 💡The combined effects of enhanced bacterial metabolism and increased DIET speed. 💡 “wastewater → sludge → energy recovery” pathway clarified the carbon sources fate. Ludovic (Ludo) DUMEE Xiaochang Wang Luaine Bandounas, Ph.D To read the paper, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gRmi9vg3

A lifelong scientist, CABBI #Sustainability Co-PI Melannie Hartman of Colorado State University models bioenergy crop ecosystems to assess their viability as renewable energy sources and natural #climate solutions. Her work with former CABBI Co-PI William Parton of Colorado State led to the development of DayCent, a biogeochemical computer model that can simulate forest, grassland, and agricultural ecosystems at a timestep that is important for accurately predicting greenhouse gas emissions. More recently they created DayCent-CABBI, which is tailored specifically for #bioenergy grasses like #miscanthus. Read more about her research journey in this profile by Gabe Lareau! ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gSZ-s5wM

Our recent article highlighted here better than I would have done in this post by Noura R. one of the co-authors.

BIG NEWS! Thrilled to share release of "Glossary of Terms Used in Biochar Research (IUPAC Technical Report)," with contributions by our very own Kathleen Draper, a USBI Board Member! Biochar has a variety of properties and functionalities depending on its feedstock, pyrolysis temperature, and residence time. Over the past decades, intensive research has focused on biochar's applications in soil enhancement, wastewater treatment, and contaminant remediation. However, the lack of a formal definition and standardized terminology has posed challenges in aligning scientific results and scaling up research at the industrial level. This comprehensive glossary addresses these issues by providing 178 scientifically sound definitions of commonly used terms in biochar research. By standardizing terminology, this document aims to facilitate the development of a harmonized legal framework for biochar production and applications, both regionally and nationally. Key Highlights: ** Comprehensive Definitions: 178 interconnected terms that cover the multidisciplinary fields of biochar research, including chemistry, material science and engineering, and soil science. ** Enhanced Collaboration: Standardized terminology promotes better alignment of scientific results and smoother scaling-up of research. ** Future-Proof: Designed as a dynamic document, it will evolve with the field, incorporating new terms and refining existing ones. ** Continuity: This will reduce confusion for new participants in the biochar industry that can often feel overwhelmed by terms and what they mean. This will assist in building the confidence to bring large scale investments and participation in the industry. This glossary is a significant step forward for the biochar industry! This will help the community in promoting clearer communication, improved research outcomes, and more effective applications. Download, bookmark, and share the glossary to expand the synergies between terms and the potential of biochar. Let's celebrate this milestone and do the work to advance the field of biochar research together!  Please share this will all your biochar networks.  #Biochar #BiocharResearch #BiocharStandardization Thank you, Kathleen Draper, and all contributors for this valuable resource! Full list of contributors include: Fotis Bilias , Divine Damertey Sewu , Seung Han Woo , Ioannis Anastopoulos , Frank Verheijen , Johannes Lehmann , Wenceslau Geraldes Teixeira , Dionisios Gasparatos , Kathleen Draper and Dimitrios Kalderis https://lnkd.in/g8z5Tb5q

https://lnkd.in/efXwyJn3 Dominika Klimek, Malte Herold and Magdalena Calusinska, microbiologist at the Environmental Research and Innovation department of the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) have recently conducted a study (https://lnkd.in/eVDacRuY) that uncovers the carbohydrate degradation potential of the Planctomycetota phylum, focusing on the diversity of carbohydrate-active enzymes (CAZymes) encoded in their genomes. This research is significant because it expands our understanding of the enzymatic capabilities of Planctomycetota beyond the well-characterized Planctomycetia class, offering insights into the broader phylogenetic groups and various habitats within this phylum. #LISTenvironment

It is my pleasure to share with all of you the book Wastewater Exploitation: From Microbiological Activity to Energy: https://lnkd.in/gpcaufwv in which our research team participates with 2 chapters: - Online Optimization of Microbial Electrolysis Cells - Optimizing Bioethanol Production via Extremum Seeking Control in a Continuous Stirred Tank Bioreactor

Check out this article on VFA production, which I had an honor to co-author!