ZELCOR summerschool

Zero waste biorefineries: value chain approach, methods, and processes for lignin up-grading

Course aim
This Summer School addresses the question of biorefinery wastes in the context of bioeconomy, with a focus on valorization of recalcitrant side streams. A panel of specialists in the biorefinery field will provide an up-to-date state-of-the-art overview based on the latest advances in terms of scientific knowledge, techno-economical developments and life cycle assessment methodologies.

Course topics

• Advances in technical lignin up-grading
• Native structures and product design
• Methodologies
• Lignocellulose and Plant cell wall