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Novel benzenesulfonamide-based ionic liquids for energy-efficient CO2 capture and conversion

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01624C, Paper

Yangyang Jiang, Yuxin Liu, Yuanli Qi, Yurou Shao, Dong Wang, Benshuai Guo, Jingyan Zhao, Zhibin Zhou, Yuntao Lei, Lili Jin
Novel substituted benzenesulfonamide ionic liquids were synthesized for the purposes of reversible CO₂ capture and conversion, providing an eco-friendly, sustainable, efficient and feasible integrated platform for CO₂ capture and valorization.
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Interpretable, Low-Compute Machine Learning Integrating Experimental and Catalytic Descriptors for Sustainable CO2 Electroreduction

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01753C, Paper

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Brianna Farris, Joshua J Meckstroth, Kevin C. Leonard
Applying machine learning (ML) sustainably to green chemistry is challenging because reaction complexity often drives the use of large, energy-intensive models. Here, we combine pre-trained models for information extraction with...
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Green initiator-free hydrogel electrolytes with lignin-assisted ionic networks for high-performance flexible supercapacitors at subzero temperatures

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00454G, Paper

Meng Li, Shao-Fei Sun, Fuyuan Lu, Wei He, Jieping Jia, Dan Sun, Runcang Sun
An anti-freezing hydrogel electrolyte without initiators or chemical crosslinkers combines mechanical and environmental adaptability for flexible supercapacitors.
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Combining Water and Biorenewable Solvents for Sustainable Anodic Reactions

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02577C, Paper

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Nikola Petrović, Alberto Bonino, Andreas Baumgartner, Sri Hari Anandhi Rajendran, C. Oliver Kappe, Gabriele Laudadio
Enabling technologies are perceived as inherently sustainable, due to the replacement of stoichiometric oxidants and reductants with traceless redox mediators such as photons or electrons. However, the reaction solvent plays...
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Mechanochemical fabrication of biochar/pyrite nanocomposite for efficient photocatalytic CO₂ reduction coupled with biomass valorization

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02845D, Paper

Huaimin Tian, Chaoya Han, Zekai Xu, Chao Yao, Xiazhang Li
Coupling solar-driven CO₂ reduction with the valorization of waste biomass-derived platform chemicals represents a pivotal strategy toward achieving carbon neutrality and sustainable resource utilization. However, the high dissociation energy of...
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Photoinduced Iron-Catalyzed LMCT Enables Propargylic C(sp3)-H Activation to Access Polysubstituted α-Bromoenones

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02782B, Paper

Haifei Jiang, Zhihua Ye, Xiaohui Gao, Yuhan Wang, xinyi He, Cong Lin, Liang Shen
α-Bromoenones are highly valuable scaffolds with broad synthetic utility in organic synthesis. Conventional approaches to access these important motifs mostly rely on pre-functionalized substrates, stoichiometric electrophilic halogenating agents (e.g., X2,...
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Aqueous-Regulated Deep Eutectic Solvents for Sustainable Closed-Loop Recycling of Spent Lithium Cobalt Oxide

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02532C, Paper

Bingyan Zhang, Xiang Hu, Jie Gu, Shun Yang
Deep Eutectic Solvents (DESs) are regarded as a novel class of green solvents for the recycling of spent Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). However, its high viscosity, the challenge in selective metal...
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Sustainable and selective carbene insertion into N–H bonds with a copper-bound recyclable surfactant under micellar conditions

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01787H, Paper

Shalini Kumari, Tanupriya Singh, Rajan Yadav, Pritesh Keshari, Susanta Hazra
Micellar confinement of a non-ionic designer surfactant, PAQ-750-M, stabilizes elusive Cu–carbene intermediates in water, enabling selective N–H bond insertion for accessing unnatural amino acid derivatives in water under mild conditions.
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Design of a mediator-based deep eutectic solvent for targeted modulation of the lignin structure for lignin-enhanced multifunctional gels and fermentable sugar

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02458K, Paper

Chenghao Yu, Guanghui Zhu, Xiliang Wu, Zhang Chen, Jigen Jiang, Jingcao Ling, Jiliang Ma, Hongdan Zhang
In order to achieve efficient fractionation and valorization of sugarcane bagasse, a p-TsOH-mediated DES was developed by incorporating a small amount of p-toluenesulfonic acid (p-TsOH) into a mixture of choline chloride (ChCl) and lactic acid (LA).
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Deep eutectic solvents for efficient and sustainable recycling of spent lithium-ion batteries: fundamental research, process intensification, and future prospects

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02403C, Critical Review

Yang Chen, Bi Luo, Jiangshuo Li, Xubiao Luo, Yefeng Zhou
The development of new energy vehicles has generated a surplus of spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), leading to an urgent need for recycling spent LIBs.
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pH- and cellulase-triggered debonding of a bio-based adhesive designed to facilitate pharmaceutical blister pack recycling

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00733C, Paper

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Hande Günan, Mariia Vorobii, Ulrich Schwaneberg
Recycling pharmaceutical blister packaging waste remains a major challenge due to its complex multilayer structure. Here, a biodegradable adhesive design is proposed to address this issue, aiming to facilitate the...
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Enhanced lignin hydrogenolysis by in-situ hydrogen supply through methanol-water aqueous phase reforming over CoTi@biochar catalyst

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00372A, Communication

Tao Yin, Zhaoyuan Huang, Bowen Luo, Zhipeng Tian, Chao Wang, Jianping Liu, Ying Chen, Riyang Shu
A novel catalytic strategy for enhanced lignin hydrogenolysis by in-situ hydrogen supply was developed over CoTi@Biochar catalyst. In this catalytic system, methanol is used as solvent for lignin hydrogenolysis. The...
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Process-intensified enzymatic decarboxylation using immobilized arylmalonate decarboxylase for sustainable asymmetric synthesis of α-arylpropionic acids

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02400A, Paper

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Jan Gerstenberger, Timm Werbilo, Marvin Haas, Simona Serban, Alessandra Basso, Pablo Domínguez de María, Selin Kara
Integrating alkaline saponification with enzymatic decarboxylation in a pH-stat rotating bed reactor suppresses racemic side reactions via anionic stabilization, ensuring high enantiopurity as a green alternative to hydrogenolysis.
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From data to catalysis: advances and prospects of machine learning-driven electrocatalytic CO2 reduction

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01575A, Critical Review

He Xixue, Ma Ruoxin, Zhang Zekun, Zhang Luping, Li Jiqun, Yan Wei, Xu Hao
As global decarbonization imperatives intensify, the electrocatalytic CO₂ reduction reaction (CO₂RR) has emerged as a key area of research in sustainable energy research.
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Naphthols improve lignin separation and induce photoluminescent structural changes during glycolic acid/pentanol biphasic pretreatment of poplar

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02097F, Paper

Hong Liao, Wenjun Ying, Junjun Zhu, Huayou Chen, Junhua Zhang
In a glycolic acid/pentanol biphasic system, naphthol additives enriched in the organic phase, enhanced delignification and lignin fluorescence, and retained XOS yields, enabling simultaneous carbohydrate valorization and lignin functionalization.
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An integrated hydrodeoxygenation–hydroisomerization strategy for biofuel production from cashew nut shell liquid

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC07085F, Paper

Dekang Kong, Xuan Guo, Pei Hu, Yudi Zhao, Junhao Wang, Huili Zhang, Yunming Fang
Cashew nut shell liquid is continuously upgraded to renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel in a one-pot hydrodeoxygenation-hydroisomerization dual-bed reactor.
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Correction: Artificial intelligence-driven dynamic regulation for high-efficiency gentamicin C1a production

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9456-9457
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC90106A, Correction

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Feng Xu, Yuan Wang, Hao Gao, Kaihao Hu, Rong Ben, Ali Mohsin, Yuanxin Guo, Xu Li, Hui Wu, Haifeng Hang, Ju Chu, Xiwei Tian
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Correction: Green reduction of graphene oxide mediated by Sporosarcina pasteurii under harsh conditions, changing the paradigm of rGO production with a non-pathogenic, nanomaterial-resistant bacterium

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9455-9455
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC90107G, Correction

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Massimiliano Papi, Francesco Amato, Andrea Giacomo Marrani, Leonardo Giaccari, Francesca Sciandra, Marco De Spirito, Valentina Palmieri
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Low molecular state porous liquids with exposed active sites and faster electron transfer heterointerfaces for photocatalytic CO2 reduction

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01681B, Paper

Yangrui Xu, Yu Cheng, Yewei Ren, Jie Jin, Xinlin Liu, Ziyang Lu
The solid–liquid heterogeneous interface of a UIO-66-LV porous liquid (PL) maximizes active site exposure and achieves excellent photoresponses and electron transfer efficiency.
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A dipole-polarized Ni–Bi atomic interface synergistically promotes the photocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01128D, Paper

Yongchong Yu, Ping Zhang, Keyi Chai, Xinyu Du, Yu Zhang, Xiaoping Su, Lianbiao Zhao, Cheng Peng, Bin Zhang, Lijuan Han, Hengjiao Gao
The photocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction (pNRR) is an environmentally friendly synthetic way that uses solar energy to convert H₂O and N₂ directly into NH₃.
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Photocatalytic water-donating transfer semi-hydrogenation of alkynes coupled with glycerol oxidation over Pd-TiO2

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01700B, Paper

En Zhao, Shaokang Zhai, Jingyuan Su, Hehe Fan, Zhaohui Chen, Ziyi Fan, Wenjun Zhang, Haijiao Lu, Zupeng Chen
This study reports a TiO₂-supported Pd photocatalyst that enables coupled water-donating transfer semi-hydrogenation of alkynes with glycerol conversion, providing a sustainable approach for alkene production and biomass valorization.
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Sustainable access to B,B′,B″-tri(aryl)borazines via a triflic anhydride-promoted/microwave approach

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9446-9454
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01222A, Paper

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Ejdi Cela, Filippo Campana, Alireza Nazari Khodadadi, Dario Marchionni, Fan Huang, Luigi Vaccaro
An efficient and more environmentally friendly catalytic protocol for the synthesis of B,B′,B″-tri(aryl)borazines, avoiding the use of metals and solvents, opens new routes for further functionalization of N–H borazines in a sustainable manner.
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Dual modulation of electronic and crystalline structures in PtCo alloys for high-performance fuel cells

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9438-9445
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01607C, Paper

Si Lin, Ziyu Zhang, Yunlong Zhang, Yunfei Xia, Miao Ma, Lixiao Shen, Xin Wang, Shengdi Tian, Zigang Zhao, Wen Ye, Aibin Chen, Xiaofei Gong, Lei Zhao, Zhenbo Wang
The DM-L1₀-PtCoN catalyst breaks the activity–stability trade-off by constructing robust covalent Pt–N bonds that suppress metal leaching and modulate the Pt electronic structure through electron donation from coordinated nitrogen.
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Thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) compounds in energy transfer processes. A general alternative to metal-based complexes

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9168-9180
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01789D, Tutorial Review

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Katy Medrano-Uribe, Luca Dell'Amico
Recently, TADF (thermally activated delayed fluorescence) compounds have expanded their role beyond materials chemistry, advancing photocatalysis and offering a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to classical metal-based complexes.
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Biopolymer-engineered photothermal platforms for sustainable solar-powered water purification and harvesting

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9136-9167
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01799A, Tutorial Review

Jifei Zhang, Sanwei Hao, Shaofei Sun, Wenfeng Ren, Bing Wang, Lingping Xiao, Changyou Shao, Run-Cang Sun
Three-part framework for natural polymers in water tech: structure–function, multiscale effects (0D–3D), and design for solar evaporators & harvesters. A molecular-to-macroscale blueprint.
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Direct electrosynthesis of aromatic nitriles from methylarenes with hydroxylamine as a nitrogen source

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9400-9406
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00433D, Paper

Hong Zeng, Ming-Qiu-Hao Fu, Zhi Guan, Yan-Hong He
An electrochemical strategy enables the direct conversion of inert methyl groups in arenes into valuable nitriles under mild and sustainable conditions.
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Hydroxyl functional group activates strong metal–support interactions enabling efficient oxygen reduction reaction in saline water

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9388-9399
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00303F, Paper

Xihan Wang, Rui Zhang, Xu Liu, Yuxin Liu, Yuxin Zhang, Guiru Sun, Haiyan Wang, Junfeng Qin, Jingqi Chi, Xiaobin Liu, Lei Wang
In this work, Pt-CNTs-OH were synthesized via a microwave-assisted method. Hydroxyl groups strengthen metal–support interactions, optimize Pt electronic structure, accelerate *OH desorption, and enhance ORR performance.
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Water-mediated fabrication of reprocessable and self-healing cellulose-based polyimine plastics

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9357-9368
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01654E, Paper

Yumei Chen, Chunhui Xie, Tao Wu, Tianlong He, Haibo Xie, Yuanlong Guo
A water-mediated, catalyst-free strategy enables fabrication of cellulose-based polyimine plastics from ketone-functionalized cellulose and diamines, affording high strength, self-healing, reprocessable, solvent-resistant, and degradable materials.
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From batch to flow: integrating in-line (deep) eutectic solvents with sequential downstream processing for sustainable biomass valorization

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9181-9199
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00798H, Perspective

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Felipe Sanchez Bragagnolo, Monique Martins Strieder, Thais C. Brito-Oliveira, Pedro Henrique Santos, Leonardo M. de Souza Mesquita, Sónia P. M. Ventura, Maurício Ariel Rostagno
From batch to flow: (Deep) eutectic solvents for sustainable biomass valorization.
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7-Step flow synthesis of the anti-HBV nucleoside drug entecavir

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9200-9205
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02310J, Communication

Zhenzhen Wang, Yaling Li, Guo-Tai Zhang, Xianjing Zheng, Zhaowei Jiang, Pei Tang, Fen-Er Chen
A sustainable continuous-flow synthesis of the anti-HBV drug entecavir in 7 steps from commercially available (+)-Corey lactone diol was developed, featuring a key photocatalytic dehydrogenative decarboxyolefination reaction.
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Regeneration of spent graphite via TEATFB-assisted surface cleaning and defect healing

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9333-9345
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01227B, Paper

Lili Li, Taiyu Jin, Xiaofeng Liu, Yaqiong Su, Xiaolong Lyu, Yaxin Chen, Sen Dang, Bo Wen, Zhijie Zhang, Boyang Shui, Shuyang Ren, Xiaole Ma, Shanshan Li, Wei Yan, Guorui Yang
Low-temperature regeneration is enabled by TEATFB, which decomposes to generate reactive species for surface cleaning and carbon framework reconstruction, restoring the graphite structure and improving electrochemical performance.
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Enhancing butanol fermentation via improved interspecies electron transfer in a Clostridium syntrophic co-culture using a biochar-methyl viologen composite

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9232-9249
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00238B, Paper

Fangcao Li, Jiaqi Zhao, Chao Zhu, Chi Cheng, Chuanlong Chen, Fang Lv, Xuyang Zhang, Min Liu, Qishuai Ma, Weiming Li, Chuang Xue
The BM composite, with biochar as a long-range electron-conducting scaffold and immobilized methyl viologen as a redox mediator, transfers electrons from Cac to Clj, driving the latter to assimilate CO₂ released by the former.
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Toward sustainable recovery of iron and rare metals from red mud via electrothermal shock-induced metastable phase engineering

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9277-9291
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01682K, Paper

Juanli Yuan, Chen Sun, Xinyue Wang, Wanchen Zhu, Jie Chen, Xiaoqing Lin, Yuntong Kang, Xiaofeng Gao, Yi Yang, Zhiliang Chen, David S. Kosson
A reagent-free flash Joule heating method transforms red mud with the extraction efficiency of Fe, Sc, and Ga increased by 266, 60.6, and 71.6%, respectively, while reducing carbon emissions by over 77% compared with conventional roasting.
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Structural insight into the stereoselectivity of R-selective nitrilase: reshaping the substrate pocket with an “extend-and-lock” strategy for efficient brivaracetam precursor synthesis

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9264-9276
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01022A, Paper

Zhe-Ming Wu, Xi-Peng Li, Qian-Nan Wu, Yu Lu, Chen-Han Zhuang, Lin-Jie Zhang, Hong-Juan Diao, Ren-Chao Zheng, Yu-Guo Zheng
An “extend-and-lock” strategy to rationally reshape the dual-sub-pocket architecture with excellent stereoselectivity towards 2-alkyl substituted succinonitriles.
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Electronic engineering of Ni3S2via Mo/Cl Co-doping for upcycling polyethylene terephthalate into formate with concurrent hydrogen evolution

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9407-9419
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01524G, Paper

Guoen Zhang, Chuanshun Feng, Feng Lin, Huan Ye, Wenqi Wei, Qicheng Zhang, Xiaobin Fan, Wenchao Peng, Yang Li
Electrocatalytic conversion of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic waste into formate coupled with hydrogen generation represents a promising route for plastic upcycling.
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Deciphering the concerted PCET/decarboxylation pathway in photocatalyst-free acylation of activated alkenes to 1,4-dicarbonyls

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9212-9218
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02445A, Communication

Jiangwei Wen, Lulu Zhao, Yue Wang, Yuan-Ye Jiang, Jianjing Yang
Unambiguous mechanistic evidence confirms a concerted PCET/decarboxylation pathway for the catalyst-free visible-light synthesis of 1,4-dicarbonyl compounds from activated alkenes and α-keto acids.
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Advances in the regeneration of spent graphite anodes via fabricating an artificial interphase

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9116-9135
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC07000G, Tutorial Review

Mengxiao Wu, Shanshan Pan, Xuejiao Dai, Jiateng Shi, Danfeng Jiang, Rulin Hou, Jiajia Li, Jie Yan, Haitao Zhang
This review summarizes failure mechanisms and advances in purification, structural reconstruction and surface engineering of graphite, guiding sustainable graphite recycling.
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Enabling the carbon loop with economical C1-based medium-chain fatty acid biomanufacturing

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9219-9231
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01362G, Paper

Chenyue Zhang, Qiang Fei
An integrated life cycle assessment and techno-economic analysis framework for producing medium-chain fatty acids via C1-based biomanufacturing.
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Synergistic delignification of corncob with a phenoxyethanol/alkaline hydrogen peroxide biphasic system under mild conditions and mechanistic insights

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9292-9306
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01769J, Paper

Yuqiang Liu, Liang Yuan, Junli Ren, Chuanfu Liu, Zengyong Li
A synergistic EPH/AHP biphasic system was developed for mild and efficient corncob delignification via hydrogen bonding and π–π stacking, significantly improving enzymatic saccharification.
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Multi-substrate conversion synchronous cofactor-regeneration for efficient natural product biosynthesis

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9206-9211
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01315E, Communication

Chaofeng Li, Yeyun Wu, Fei Gu, Jiawei Wang, Yicheng Xu, Chao Liao, Liangxu Liu, Zhi Lin, Jun Ni
The MSCR strategy couples oxidation and reduction reactions for bidirectional cofactor recycling without sacrificial agents, achieving 94.68% conversion of rhododendrol (RD) and 4-hydroxybenzylideneacetone (4-HBA) to raspberry ketone.
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PHA biocomposites from lignocellulose: scalability and sustainability analyses through dynamic simulation, LCA, and TEA

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9369-9387
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00337K, Paper

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Jhuma Sadhukhan, Xiaoyan Hu, Ritam Sen, James Bowbrick Smith, Kathleen Dunbar, Angela Bywater, Jeong Jae Wie, Chang Geun Yoo, Arthur Ragauskas
Circular, inherently carbon-negative, and cost-competitive biopolymer manufacturing against incumbent industry standard is achieved by utilizing lignocellulosic residues.
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Sustainable production of densified wood as advanced structural materials through oxygen delignification

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9250-9263
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00841K, Paper

Naycari Forfora, Xiaoxue Zhang, Carl J. Houtman, Roland Gleisner, Peter Kitin, Sara J. Fishwild, Marshall Begel, Xuejun Pan, Hoon Kim, Ronalds Gonzalez, J. Y. Zhu
Sustainable and commercially scalable low temperature (∼100 °C) oxygen delignification (O₂-delig) of pristine wood boards for producing advanced superstrong wood structural materials through subsequent densification.
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Heterogeneous photocatalytic divergent bifunctionalization of unactivated β-bromoethylarenes via base-controlled selectivity

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9346-9356
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01375A, Paper

Lihua Wu, Jianjing Yang, Bingwen Li, Kelu Yan, Lirong Xu, Jiangwei Wen
Visible-light-driven heterogeneous g-C₃N₄ photocatalysis enables the selective, base-controlled radical difunctionalization of unactivated C(sp³)–H bonds, affording valuable ketone motifs with high step economy and catalyst recyclability.
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Simultaneous sulfide remediation and low-voltage hydrogen production enabled by Ru-doped CoNi sulfide catalysts

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9307-9317
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00977H, Paper

Zhiqiang Peng, Hao Zhou, Kun Wang, Zhang-Hui Lu
Ru-CoNiS_x/NF catslyst delivers excellent SOR-coupled HER performance. Replacing OER with sulfur oxidation enables energy-saving H₂ production while promoting sulfur recovery.
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Structure-guided engineering of an aromatic dioxygenase from Coniochaeta pulveracea for improved catalysis of lignin-related aromatic olefins

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9318-9332
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00126B, Paper

Lei Yu, Yunjian Ma, Chenhao Feng, Frank Hollmann, Ren Wei, Fanghua Wang, Shengjie Guo, Bin Wu, Yonghua Wang
Structure-guided and AI-assisted engineering of CpuADO identified variants with improved catalytic efficiency (k_cat/K_m) toward lignin-related aromatic olefins.
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Mechanistic insights into hydrothermal carbon formation: from biomass to pyrolyzed carbons with enhanced interparticle connectivity for energy-related applications

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9420-9437
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00237D, Paper

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Melina Müller, Michael Poschmann, Markus Leutzsch, Walid Hetaba, Thomas Weyhermüller, Adib Caidi, Ivan Radev, Kristina Tschulik, Saskia Heumann
Analysis of formation mechanisms during HTC of biomass-derived products, resolved by pH-dependent NMR analysis of the liquid filtrate and assessment of solid hydrochar as a precursor of support materials in electrochemical applications.
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Kilowatt-scale CO electroreduction enabled by cation-induced double-layer rigidity control

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00468G, Paper

Wenzhi Teng, Mengjiao Zhuansun, Haoxiang Bai, Xuewei Hao, Yu Yang, Zhuo Chen, Fengwang Li, Lu Wang, Yuan Fang, Yuhang Wang
Scaling up CO electrolyzers to the pilot scale is a crucial stepping stone to commercializing this emerging carbon utilization technology. The dilemma between high product Faradaic efficiency (FE) and high...
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Eco-efficient fractionation of bamboo using a pyruvic acid-based deep eutectic solvent: a waste-minimized strategy for comprehensive valorization

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00388E, Paper

Fan Zhang, Jianbo Huang, Zeqi Wu, Zhenhua Su, Jun Xie, Chuanfu Liu, Wu Lan
A waste-minimized DES biorefinery enables selective bamboo fractionation for levoglucosan and lignin production, while directly upcycling solvent filtrate into plastic films.
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Bayesian Optimization and Molecular Dynamics Simulations to Guide Protic Ionic Liquid-Based Biorefining for Efficient Lignin Applications

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02613C, Paper

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Sharib Khan, Tormi Lillerand, Veerapandian Ponnuchamy, A. G. M. Zaman, Daniel Rauber, Udayakumar Veerabagu, Jüri Olt, Markus Gallei, Sabarathinam Shanmugam, Timo Kikas
The transition to a circular bioeconomy depends on the sustainable use of renewable resources, with forest-based biomass playing a critical role. Lignin, in particular, is a promising feedstock for replacing...
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Application-driven design of a biocatalyst for the continuous synthesis of levulinate esters from α-angelica lactone: synergistic effects of silica, triflate ionic liquid and lipase

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01261B, Paper

Piotr Latos, Anna Wolny, Paulina Powroźnik, Sebastian Jurczyk, Maciej Krzywiecki, Anna Chrobok
This study presents the design of a biocatalyst for the continuous synthesis of sustainable bioproducts with lignocellulosic biomass.
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Closing the loop to minimize the generation of liquid waste: recycling phosphorus species from solid residue to activate with H3PO4 for next-round activating biomass

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06796K, Paper

Mengjiao Fan, Maowen Qi, Yuxu Liu, Xiantao Meng, Yuchen Jiang, Baihong Li, Wenjian Liu, Shu Zhang, Yi Wang, Xun Hu
Activation of poplar with H₃PO₄ and washing filtrate to form porous activated carbon (AC).
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Multidimensional Engineering of Komagataella phaffii for Efficient Synthesis of Retinal

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01294A, Paper

Jingnan Wang, Wenqi Ma, Yuxuan Xin, Jiayi Cui, Feng Guo, Yujia Jiang, Wankui Jiang, Fengxue Xin, Wenming Zhang, Min Jiang
Retinal is a fundamental molecule in the visual system and a critical regulator of skin health and cellular physiology. The sustainable production of retinal via engineered microbial cell factories offers...
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Correction: Dual modulation of electronic and crystalline structures in PtCo alloys for high-performance fuel cells

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC90112C, Correction

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Si Lin, Ziyu Zhang, Yunlong Zhang, Yunfei Xia, Miao Ma, Lixiao Shen, Xin Wang, Shengdi Tian, Zigang Zhao, Wen Ye, Aibing Chen, Xiaofei Gong, Lei Zhao, Zhenbo Wang
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Overcoming Protic-Solvent Limitations in Dithiane Chemistry: Photocatalyzed Giese Addition and One-Pot Ketone Synthesis

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01635A, Paper

Shafrizal Rasyid Atriardi, Hanifah Mardhiyah Mardhiyah, Su Hyeon Kim, Sang Kook Woo
Dithiane umpolung chemistry provides access to valuable acyl anion synthons; however, its reliance on strong bases, low temperatures, and the inherent instability of dithiane anions toward water and alcohols severely...
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A Novel and Sustainable Continuous-Flow Approach to Atom Deletion and Insertion by Electrophilic Nitrogen Transfer

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01875K, Paper

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Niamh Disney, Laura Marraffa, Gianvito Vilé, Marcus Baumann, Renzo Luisi, Mert Can Ince, Philipp Natho, Marco Colella
Electrophilic nitrogen transfer has emerged as a prominent approach in skeletal editing tactics to surgically modify molecular core structures by nitrogen atom insertion, deletion or transmutation. Despite rapid progress in...
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Advanced sodium-ion battery anode material prepared by regulating an environmentally friendly hard carbon precursor through bio-based molecular coupling

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01247G, Paper

Kewu Zhou, Jie Li, Shaoqiu Zheng, Yu Zhang, Yue Zhou, Xinhua Yuan
A bio-based phenolic resin precursor fully replacing toxic phenol and formaldehyde delivers hard carbon anode with 356.2 mAh g⁻¹, 84.2% ICE and 90.5% retention over 1000 cycles at 2000 mA g⁻¹, and a full cell with O3 cathode achieves 241 Wh kg⁻¹.
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Access to indole-3-urea/carbamate derivatives via rhodium-catalysed Lossen rearrangement: a uniform and safe protocol

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01403H, Paper

Zhangshun Luo, Enqin Yang, Yijie Xiao, Anna Su Wu, Yi He, Shenyou Nie
In recent years, indole-3-urea/carbamate derivatives have emerged as privileged scaffolds in drug discovery campaigns.
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A three-functional zwitterionic arginine electrolyte additive for modified zinc anodes

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02334G, Paper

Yu-Hang Liu, Li Lin, Dong-Lai Han, Jing Zhao, Yu Zhang, Zhen-Yu Hu, Yuan Meng, Wan-Qiang Liu, Gang Huang
A novel zwitterionic C₆H₁₄N₄O₂ additive was introduced into the electrolyte of an aqueous zinc-ion battery to enhance the stability and reversibility of the zinc metal anode.
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A recyclable porphyrin photocatalyst for highly efficient visible-light-driven aerobic oxidation of sulfides

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01903J, Paper

Congjia Xie, Heng Tang, Maolin Yang, Tianzhen Xie, Long Shi, Xiao Peng, Zhongxia Zhao, Wenyun Tan
A recyclable porphyrin photocatalyst merging homogeneous efficiency with heterogeneous recyclability enables highly efficient, visible-light-driven sulfide oxidation.
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Highly Efficient Microwave-Accelerated Transfer Hydrogenation for CO₂-Derived Carbonate Valorization by Ru(II)-Protic NHC Pincer Catalysts

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00476H, Paper

Achena Saha, Shambhu Nath, Ekta Yadav, Amrendra Kumar Singh
The sustainable valorization of carbon dioxide and its derivatives into fuels and chemicals remains a major challenge in catalysis. Transfer hydrogenation (TH) using renewable polyols, such as glycerol, offers an...
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Sustainable Recovery of Spent Lithium-ion Battery Cathode via Biomass Reduction Strategy

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02491B, Critical Review

Yafei Shen, Pin Zhou
The sustainable recycling of spent lithium-ion battery (LIB) cathodes using biomass reduction strategies has emerged as a transformative approach that aligns circular economy principles with green chemistry. This paper critically...
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CuMoRu ternary nanorods: synergy effect of metal elements enables efficient electrochemical CO2 reduction towards selective ethanol production

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00844E, Paper

Dong Xiang, Huanzong Liao, Ziyi Gui, Dezhong Hu, Kunzhen Li , Kanghua Miao, Aidar Kuchkaev, Dmitry Grigorievich Yakhvarov, Xiongwu Kang, Xiufang Wang
Copper (Cu)-based alloy catalysts are capable of converting CO 2 to hydrocarbons and oxygenated compounds through electrochemical CO 2 reduction reaction (eCO 2 RR).However, it remains a great challenge to...
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Greening Water-Lean Solvents for CO2 Capture: Replacing Toxic 1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone with High-Performance Eco-Friendly Cosolvents

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02196D, Paper

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Huilin Li, Xuechong Ding, Teng Zhou
Water-lean solvents are promising alternatives to aqueous amines for post-combustion CO2 capture due to their lower regeneration energy. However, the majority of state-of-the-art water-lean solvents rely on 1-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP) as...
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Precursor-regulated reconstruction of Cu-based catalysts for efficient electrocatalytic urea synthesis from CO2 and nitrate

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02101H, Paper

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Ke Wu, Guojie Ye, Zhengwei Zhou, Zuofeng Chen, Zhendong Lei, Deli Wu
Electrocatalytic C–N coupling of CO₂ and nitrate offers a sustainable route to urea. We show that precursor chemistry regulates Cu active states during electrolysis, stabilizing *CO–*NH₂ coupling and enabling efficient urea electrosynthesis.
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Integrating compartmentalized catalysis with low-energy recovery via a magneto-responsive water-in-water Pickering emulsion platform for sustainable biomanufacturing of 4-methyl-5-thiazoleethanol

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02039A, Paper

Weizhi Huang, Xiaoqi Ding, sha ao, Huaqiang Cao, Jia Hu, Xiaoqing Han, Shilin Liu
Simultaneously achieving compartmentalized catalysis and low-energy recovery remains a significant challenge in conventional liquid fermentation. To address this issue, citrate-functionalized Fe3O4 nanoparticles were utilized to construct the water/water (W/W) Pickering...
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Low-temperature ambient-air synthesis of an efficient and stable axially N-coordinated Fe single-atom catalyst for oxygen reduction

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06274H, Paper

Xianghui Wang, Yun Luo, Xuehan Zheng, Zhicheng Wang, Shengpin Wu, Chenghang You, Guifa Long, Jiali Mu, Zhenxing Liang
Low-temperature ambient-air synthesis of an efficient and stable axially N-coordinated Fe single-atom catalyst for oxygen reduction.
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Deep Eutectic Solvents in Lignocellulosic Biorefineries: A Comprehensive Review of Mechanistic Insights, Molecular Modeling, and Artificial Intelligence

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00426A, Critical Review

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Kaixuan Huang, Mood Mohan, Kaiyue Su, Chang Gao, Yufeng Chen, Xiaoran Xu, Yanping Cai, Jianming Guo, Yong Xu, Xin Zhou, Jeremy C Smith
Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) have gained significant attention as solvents and catalysts in a wide range of research applications owing to their attractive properties, ease of preparation, low cost, and...
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Fully Bio-Based Cellulose Vitrimers with Dynamic Enamine Bonds: Toward Recyclable and Micropatternable Green Materials

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02499H, Paper

Lingxian Kong, Zitong Wang, Mingshuai Guo, Xiaofeng Sui, Zhiping Mao, Bijia Wang, Liduo Rong, Xueling Feng
The development of high-performance and recyclable materials from renewable resources remains a significant challenge in polymer science. Vitrimers, featuring dynamic covalent crosslinked networks, offers an attractive platform to harmonize mechanical...
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Sustainable Eutectic Electrolytes for Aluminum-Ion Batteries: Design and Recent Advances

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02365G, Tutorial Review

Wen Zhuang, Xingru Chen, Wei Qin, Beibei Yang, yongzheng zhang, Hongbin Lu, Duan Bin
Aluminum-ion batteries (AIBs) have emerged as promising candidates for next-generation energy storages, benefiting from abundant aluminum element, high theoretical capacity, low cost, and electrolyte safety and tunability. Despite these advantages,...
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Reductive Hydroformylation of Linseed Oil: from Rhodium Catalyst Stability to Machine Learning Data Analysis

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02270G, Paper

Walid Abdallah, Camille Galand, Michel Ferreira, Jérémy Ternel, Hervé Bricout, Sylvain Laclef, Serge Pilard, Adlane Sayede, Rachid Laref, Romdhane Karoui, Eliot Botosoa, Eric Monflier, Sebastien Tilloy
The reductive hydroformylation of linseed oil catalyzed by a rhodium/triethylamine system was optimized for alcohols production. Catalyst stability toward dioxygen, water, and primary and secondary oxidation products from linseed oil...
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Systematic Metabolic Engineering Combined with Iterative SCRaMbLE Boost Sweetener Thaumatin Production by Saccharomyces cerevisiae

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01471B, Paper

Yani Zhao, yunpeng lv, Zhongxin Cui, Yong Zhu, Lei Zhang, Haishan Qi
Thaumatin is a natural sweet protein with excellent thermal stability and high commercial value, serving as an ideal sucrose substitute in the food industry. However, its sustainable application has been...
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Deep eutectic solvents regulate lignin properties: in situ synthesis of low-curing-temperature phenolic resin

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01831A, Paper

Simiao Huang, Ying Tang, Xiaoyu Li, Yu Zhang, Ying Zhou, Hailan Lian, Meiling Chen
Lignin-based phenolic resins (LPF) are promising bio-based adhesives, but their industrial use is restricted by the need for complex lignin modification, high viscosity, and high curing temperatures.
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Cl radical-mediated electrochemical site-selective functionalization of cysteine residues in NaCl aqueous media

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00888G, Paper

Shuyan Han, Siyu Li, Yixuan Gao, Yuan Liu, Shuo Zhang, Yanyan He, Hongfang Li, Teck-Peng Loh
A chlorine radical-mediated electrochemical strategy, enabling scalable cysteine functionalization, exhibits good functional group tolerance and enables successful protein modification.
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Development of an efficient poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) production platform from lignocellulosic hydrolysates using a robust Cupriavidus necator RXI22 strain

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01068G, Paper

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Habin Sun, So Jeong Lee, Hyun-Joong Kim, Hyeongmin Seo, Jeongchan Lee, Jung Ho Ahn, Gyeongtaek Gong, Youngsoon Um, Kyoung Heon Kim, Ja Kyong Ko
A robust C. necator RXI22 platform was developed for efficient PHB production from lignocellulosic hydrolysates. Through characterizing inhibitor responses and nutritional strategies, this study offers a promising route for biomanufacturing.
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Radical-driven upcycling of spent graphite into defect-controllable nitrogen-doped graphene for sustainable energy storage

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01392A, Paper

Xiangfei Zeng, Yunhui Han, Huimin Yang, Hao Li, Anlong Han, Qian Liang, Ling Hu, Rong Wang, Mengjun Chen
Unveiling a radical-driven wedge-cleavage mechanism in suspension electrolysis for the green upcycling of spent battery graphite. This yields high-value N-doped graphene tailored for efficient OER and supercapacitor applications.
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One-pot oxidation–acetalization strategy for photocatalytic cleavage of C–C bonds in lignin model compounds over phosphorus-doped carbon nitride

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00716C, Paper

Yuguo Dong, Puyan Bai, Hongyu Yang, Changle Zhao, Lin Dong, Xiaoli Gu, Zupeng Chen
We developed an efficient oxidation–acetalization strategy for the selective cleavage of the C_α–C_β bond in lignin using phosphorus-doped carbon nitride (P-CN) as the photocatalyst under mild conditions, which afforded acetal yield of up to 91.1%.
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Component modulation strategy of waste camellia shells via hydrogen-bond competition within neutral deep eutectic solvents to construct hard carbon as a high-performance sodium-ion battery anode

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01715K, Paper

Jiaying Chen, Xi Yu, Yuejin Zhan, Jing Huang, Hanlin Hu, Bi Luo, Hui Li, Ping Gao, Yefeng Zhou
Deep eutectic solvent (DES) pretreatment is a key strategy for modulating the three major components of waste biomass (cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin).
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One-step supramolecular co-assembly of lignin into micro-/nanospheres for photostable, sustained-release delivery of photosensitive pesticides

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01679K, Paper

Hong-zhen Sun, Hai-xiu Bai, Yu-han Shang, Xin-yao Ye, Min Wang, Wei Xu, Jia-long Wen, Da-xia Zhang, Feng Liu
Conventional pesticide formulations suffer from energy-intensive processing, organic-solvent burdens, poor photostability, and high non-target toxicity.
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Interfacial ozone chemistry enables aromatic oxidation in microdroplets

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00973E, Paper

Lian Xue, Boyu Zhu, Peng Zheng, Xinyao Li, Kaiyu Geng, Jiao Geng, Xingbang Hu
Catalyst-free microdroplets enable in situ O₃ generation and mild aerobic oxidation under ambient conditions.
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Towards sustainable pulping of bagasse: silica migration, hexenuronic acid removal and ultrafiltration-based spent liquor utilization

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01257D, Paper

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Kun Ouyang, Wajeeha Munib, Quang Huy Lê, Lauri Leskinen, Yue Wu, Naveen Chenna, Inge Schlapp-Hackl, Jinze Dou
Transforming the utilization of agricultural residues from single-purpose papermaking into high-value biorefinery strategies can unlock their full potential. The industrial valorization of bagasse is currently hampered by the inefficiency in...
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Safe, scalable and solvent-free acyl azide synthesis via continuous mechanochemistry

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01438K, Paper

Tabrez Shaikh, Arshad Hussain, Amol Kulkarni
Here we report a rapid, solvent- and additive-free, continuous-flow mechanochemical process for the synthesis of acyl azides (R–CO–N₃) using a custom single-screw reactor. The reaction operates under mild thermal conditions...
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Visible light-mediated organocatalyzed 1,2-sulfonylation/acylation cascade of allenes for stereodefined tetrasubstituted alkenes

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02060G, Paper

Jiuli Xia, Kehan Jiao, Yunliang Guo, Dongyu Yao, Lihan Zhu, Guangfan Zheng, Jiaqiong Sun, Tao Xiong, Qian Zhang
Visible-light-driven NHC/PC dual catalysis promotes the 1,2-monofluoromethylsulfonylation/acylation of allenes under mild conditions with high regio-, chemo-, and E/Z selectivity, delivering stereodefined tetrasubstituted alkene scaffolds.
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Time-release catalysis for cascade hydrolytic hydrogenation of cellulose

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02110G, Paper

Junyan Fu, Shihan Zhang, Bingjie Qiu, Richard Lee Smith, Xinhua Qi
Carbon-encapsulated nickel phosphide with time-release properties was synthesized for the highly efficient one-pot cascade hydrolytic hydrogenation of cellulose by balancing acidic and hydrogenation active sites in the catalytic system.
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Synergistically enhanced co-adsorption of HMF and hydroxyl on selenium and oxygen dual vacancies in CeO2-CuNiSe2/NF for high-efficiency HMF electrooxidation

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC07018J, Paper

Junpu An, Fan Yang, Hongchen Liu, Kexin Wei, Chunhui Yu, Siyuan Sun, Yang Sun, Jiahui Liu, Xinyang Sun, Ruijing Feng, Yongfeng Li
To address slow HMF electrooxidation from weak coadsorption, we fabricate CeO₂–CuNiSe₂/NF with O/Se dual vacancies, achieving 1.23 A cm⁻² at 1.5 V_RHE. Dual vacancies enhance co-adsorption, reduce energy barriers, and accelerate HMF oxidation.
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Morphology-controlled fully spray-coated organic solar cells with a high power-to-weight ratio

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00940A, Paper

Qin Wang, Kang An, Zhisheng Zhou, Hongyu Zhang, Zhipeng Yin, Jialin Wu, Xingwang Kang, Feiyue Lu, Xujie Hui, Wei Meng, Youyu Jiang, Yinhua Zhou, Keyou Yan, Lei Ying, Ning Li
Fully spray-coated organic solar cells achieve a power-to-weight ratio of >250 W g⁻¹ via morphology-regulated active layers.
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Sustainable multifunctional bioplastics enabled by ion-engineered rapid dissolution of cellulose at room temperature

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01776B, Paper

Xin Li, Lili Zhang, Xi Guan, Dongqi Yang, Huicong Jiang, Jinxia Ma, Penghui Zhu, Zhiguo Wang
The scalable production of cellulose plastics is constrained by limitations of existing solvent systems, with alkali-based routes often requiring high energy input and ionic liquids remaining costly. Here, we report...
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Valorization of birch tops and branches containing mechanically inseparable wood and bark

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01905F, Paper

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Lala Ramazanova, Eliise Tammekivi, Anneli Kruve, Joseph S. M. Samec
Valorisation of both bark and wood components of tops and branches without prior mechanical separation was realized.
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Correction: Exploring the robust engineered ω-transaminase for manufacturing biobased amines from biomass-derived aldehydes

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC90105K, Correction

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Qi Li, Junhua Di, Zhengyu Tang, Qing Li, Zhiyi Lu, Die Hu, Yu-Cai He, Cuiluan Ma
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Fabrication of Ammonium Dinitramide/Si Energetic Coparticles from Silicon Waste with Enhanced Combustion Heat and Ignition Performance

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02747D, Paper

Chenxi Qu, Qian Liu, Jianhua Bu, Kewei Ding, Songsong Guo, Na Li, Hexin Liu, Hansheng Li, Jian Lu
The development of high-energy-density energetic materials from low-cost raw materials remains a formidable scientific challenge. Significantly, photovoltaic silicon waste with exceptional purity and high combustion enthalpy represents an ideal low-cost...
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Chemo-enzymatic cascade synthesis of D-danshensu and its derivatives from lignin

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01908K, Paper

Siyu Qi, Xiaoyi Zhai, Zhonghao Chen, Lei Wang, Lei Ji, Haocheng Zhuang, Weisheng Yang, Hanjie Ying, Zhuotao Tan, Chenjie Zhu
A chemo-enzymatic cascade strategy converts lignin from pine into D-danshensu and its derivative, offering an economically viable and more sustainable alternative to traditional plant extraction.
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Ionic liquids for sustainable lignin biorefinery: from dissolution mechanisms to electrocatalytic upgrading

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01240J, Tutorial Review

Ziqi Zhai, Yumiao Lu, Wei-Lu Ding, Yuxuan Guo, Songsong Chen, Hongyan He, Suojiang Zhang
Ionic liquids integrate dissolution and electrocatalysis to overcome lignin recalcitrance, enabling lignin valorization.
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Confined and rapid synthesis of Pt-based transition metal nanoalloys on hierarchically porous carbon nanofibers for efficient HER/ORR electrocatalysis

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9091-9101
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01653G, Paper

Haoyue Zhao, Xinyu Li, Fangqin Su, Li Niu, Zhe Sun, Jian Fang
This work presents a rapid microwave heating and spatial confinement strategy for the universal synthesis of ultrafine Pt-based nanoalloys on hierarchically porous carbon nanofibers.
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Solvent-mediated contaminant removal from plastic waste using thermodynamic modeling

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9061-9077
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06059A, Paper

Panzheng Zhou, Ugochukwu M. Ikegwu, Elizaveta Radkevich, Euncheol Ra, Hadeia Liburd, George W. Huber, Victor M. Zavala, Reid C. Van Lehn
Plastic waste contains contaminants that will build up in recycled plastic causing environmental and processing issues. We present molecular modeling approaches to identify solvents that promote contaminant removal and enable plastics recycling.
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Demonstrating a butylamine-based deconstruction method for poplar biomass and conversion by diverse microbial strains

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9034-9044
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06335C, Paper

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Jiayuan Jia, Demian Dietrich, Venkataramana R. Pidatala, Emine Akyuz Turumtay, Edward E. K. Baidoo, Carolina A. Barcelos, Joseph Palasz, Md Maksudur Rahman, Chae Won Kang, Valentina E. Garcia, Edward Koleski, Justin Panich, Eric R. Sundstrom, Aymerick Eudes, Hemant Choudhary, Taek Soon Lee, John M. Gladden, Blake A. Simmons, Joonhoon Kim, Alberto Rodriguez
Pretreatment of poplar biomass with butylamine released >100 g L⁻¹ of fermentable sugars and supported the biosynthesis of three different bioproducts.
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Polymers in ionic liquids and ionic liquids in polymers: critical factors for compatibility and materialization

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01648K, Perspective

Masayoshi Watanabe
The compatibility of polymers in ionic liquids (ILs) is governed by the competition between solute–IL and cation–anion interactions. This enables the development of novel IL/polymer materials.
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Sustainable cathode material screening for sodium-ion batteries using a hesitant fuzzy-intuitionistic MCDM framework

Green Chem., 2026, 28,8966-8987
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00637J, Paper

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Sayan Das, Manuel Baumann, Marcel Weil
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