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Emerging applications of deep eutectic solvents in the preparation and functionalization of biomass-derived carbonaceous materials: challenges and prospects

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Carboxyl-functionalized ionic liquids enable green preparation of chitosan-based ionic gel membranes for H2S separation

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Direct dissolution of lignocellulosic biomass by malonic acid-DBU protonic ionic liquid and preparation of high-performance all-biomass films

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Ultrafast dissolution of intact wood via deep eutectic solvent-mediated pathways

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Efficient pre-treatment of bagasse to enhance the cellulose and lignin valorization by the combination of metal-based ionic liquid and organic acid

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Effect of temperature on the physicochemical properties and solute–solvent interactions of a dilute solution of [Bmim][OAc] in DMSO

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The role of hemicellulose and cationic starch in modulating fiber characteristics and paper quality

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Conversion of Bamboo into Strong, Waterproof, and Biodegradable Thermosetting Plastic through Cell Wall Structure Directed Manipulation

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Complete utilization of passion fruit husk into multiple functional materials by the combination of ionic liquid and organic acid pretreatment

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Investigation of the effects of ternary deep eutectic solvent composition on pretreatment of sorghum stover

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One-pot direct conversion of passion fruit hull into 5‑hydroxymethylfurfural catalysed by halogenated metal ionic liquids and organic acids

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Towards valorization of rice straw into bioethanol and lignin: Emphasizing critical role of deep eutectic solvent components in biorefining process

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Synergistic effect of tetrapropylammonium hydroxide and urea on hemicellulose fractionation with high-purity and high molecular weight

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Hydrogen-bond-mediated rapid gelation of all-component bamboo suspension in TBAH/H2O/DMSO towards high-performance foam materials

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Application of optimized hydrothermal, ozone and superalkali pretreatment techniques for qualitative biogas production from corn straw: A comparative assessment

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Ionic liquid screening for lignocellulosic biomass fractionation: COSMO–RS prediction and experimental verification

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Hydrogen bond producers in powerful protic ionic liquids for enhancing dissolution of natural cellulose

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Cellulose dissolution for edible biocomposites in deep eutectic solvents: A review

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Efficient pretreatment of passion fruit husks using choline chloride based deep eutectic solvents

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Polyol-assisted ternary deep eutectic solvent protective lignocellulose pretreatment for high-efficiency xylan utilization and ethanol production

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Structural reconstruction of lignin by mild and efficient dissolution: A strategy for the fabrication of mechanically strong carbon fiber precursors

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Ionic liquid-grafted chitosan/polyethylene glycol blended membranes for efficient separation of H2S

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Thermodynamics insights of lignin dissolution in deep eutectic solvents

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International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2025, 300, 140224
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Biofuels Production from Organosolv Treated Lignocellulose: Nondetoxified Fermentation and Microbial Community Analysis

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ACS Sustainable Chem. Eng., 2024, 12, 14988
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Efficient hydrogenolysis of woody plant lignin into phenolic compounds over a CuO/CeO2 catalyst

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Cascading fractionation of sugarcane bagasse via a novel bio-based organic amine solvent mediated green biorefinery process

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Smart Ionic Liquid Nanogel Actuators by Phototrigger for Efficient Extraction of Natural Active Ingredients from Biomass and Rapid Oil–Water Separation

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Temperature-Dependent Properties for Recycling Solid Electrolytes of All-Solid-State Lithium-Ion Batteries Using Deep Eutectic Solvents

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Recycling Solid Electrolytes from All‐Solid‐State Lithium‐Ion Batteries by Using Deep Eutectic Solvents as Green Extractants

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ChemSusChem, 2025, 18
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A two-step strategy promotes the dissolution of corn stover-based lignocellulosic biomass in DBU/CO2/DMSO solvent system

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Advances and applications of supercritical carbon dioxide microemulsions with or without ionic liquids

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Volumetric and Viscosity Properties for the Dilute Solution of [Bmim][OAc] in NMP and the Solute–Solvent Interaction from 288.15 to 318.15 K

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J Solution Chem, 2024, 53, 1599
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Fabrication of High‐Performance, High‐Filler‐Content Bamboo Fiber/Epoxy Resin Sustainable Composites via Aqueous‐Phase Processing

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Enhancing enzymatic conversion of castor stalk through dual-functional ethanolamine pretreatment

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International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024, 279, 135293
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Recent advances in amine-based pretreatment for the degradation of lignocellulosic biomass and its application in microbial fermentation for chemical production

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Deep eutectic solvent-driven mild lignocellulose pretreatment: Unlocking lignin valorization and carbohydrate digestibility

Yang Wang, Qiaoling Liu, Chuanyu Yan, Guoyong Song, William S. Price, Gang Zheng, Allan M. Torres and Zhimin Xue

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Synergistic interactions and activated anion states: Further insights into the microstructural origin of enhanced cellulose dissolution in [Bmim][OAc]/DMSO solvents

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