Recent developments on sustainable biobutanol production: a novel integrative review
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.This study analyzes biobutanol research from 2006-2023, highlighting China, USA, and India as leaders. It explores sustainable biobutanol production methods and industrial scaling strategies for acetone-butanol-ethanol fermentation.
Area Of Science
- Biotechnology and Bioengineering
- Sustainable Energy
- Chemical Engineering
Background
- Biobutanol is a sustainable biofuel alternative to fossil fuels.
- Acetone-butanol-ethanol (ABE) fermentation offers a food-independent production route.
- Research focuses on cost-effective feedstock and bioprocess optimization.
Purpose Of The Study
- To review current biobutanol production research.
- To analyze biobutanol research trends from 2006 to 2023.
- To identify key global research institutions and topics.
Main Methods
- Bibliometric analysis of "Biobutanol" keyword data from Web of Science (WoS).
- Identification of leading institutions and countries in biobutanol research.
- Review of prevalent research topics including ABE fermentation and pretreatment.
Main Results
- China, USA, and India lead in cited biobutanol publications.
- Key research areas include ABE fermentation, pretreatment, and pervaporation.
- Successful industrial-scale biobutanol production requires matching microbial behavior with bioprocessing strategies.
Conclusions
- Biobutanol production is a growing research field with significant contributions from China, USA, and India.
- Optimizing fermentation and bioprocessing is crucial for industrial scalability.
- Further research into advanced technologies can enhance sustainable biobutanol yields.
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