Biomass

In addition to producing the world's fuels, oil is also the source of many value-added chemicals and pharmaceuticals that end up subsidizing fuel sales. In order to move away from oil, it is important to make these chemicals as well as fuels from alternative renewable sources such as woody biomass. Here we focus on the renewable production of the monomers for Nylon 6 and Nylon 66 from lignocellulosic materials through chemoenzymatic methods.

The increasing demand for sustainable waste utilization has led to a growing interest in cocoa shell as a valuable biomass resource. This study investigates the pyrolysis of cocoa shell, both untreated and acid-washed, at temperatures of 300, 400, and 500 °C to extract valuable compounds. Utilizing nitrogen as the pyrolysis atmosphere, we aimed to optimize conditions for the production of bio-oil enriched in valuable compounds.

Advancements in photocatalysis have transformed synthetic organic chemistry, using light as a powerful tool to drive selective chemical transformations.

This study aimed to evaluate sugarcane bagasse as a precursor for the synthesis of magnetic carbonaceous material (MC) produced at 230 °C via hydrothermal carbonization, followed by an activation process with KOH (1:2 and 1:4; m:m) at 700 °C under a nitrogen atmosphere (MAC). The study assessed the structure, texture, and adsorption capacity of MC and MAC for the dye methylene blue (MB). FTIR analysis was performed to investigate the structural properties, while BET and BJH analyses were conducted to determine the specific surface area and pore volume.

The goal of this research was to develop advanced silica materials from rice husk ash. A renewable and abundant agro-industrial waste that causes problems of accumulation and final disposal in the environment. Using extraction and synthesis methods, nanometric silica was produced. This silica was then used as a support material for nickel-based catalysts applied in CO2 hydrogenation reactions.This silica was then used as a support material for the development of nickel-based catalysts applied in CO2 hydrogenation reactions.

Solar energy stands as a cornerstone in the pursuit of a sustainable future. This poster explores the history and advancements in solar technology, highlighting its significant role in reducing carbon emissions and reliance on fossil fuels. By examining the latest innovations in photovoltaic systems, energy storage solutions, and grid integration, we demonstrate how solar energy is leading to a cleaner, more resilient energy infrastructure. Furthermore, we discuss how solar energy drives the principles of green chemistry, promoting environmentally friendly practices in energy production.