Efficient utilization of lignocellulosic resources on the basis of pulp and paper processes

Efficient utilization of lignocellulosic resources for producing fuels, materials, and platform chemicals through bioconversion processes has attracted overwhelming attention. Conventional pulp and paper industry consumes a huge amount of lignocellulosic resources, but their values are not fully exploited. Fractionation/bioconversion of the main components of lignocellulose for producing diversified products besides pulp and paper is a promising strategy to efficiently utilize lignocellulosic resources. In this context, the Ministry of Science and Technology of China has initiated a National Key Research and Development Program to promote the technological development and industrial transformation. Qilu University of Technology was chosen to lead this strategic project (Grant No. 2017YFB0307900).