Comparative study of different catalysts for the direct conversion of cellulose to sorbitol

The catalytic conversion of lignocellulosic biomass to obtain high added value compounds and fuels is a rapidly developing field. Given the abundance of this renewable raw material and its reduced impact on the food chain, it is an attractive source for obtaining chemicals or fuels in the context of...

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Main Authors: Ribeiro Lucília S., Órfão José J.M., Pereira Manuel Fernando R.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: De Gruyter 2015-04-01
Series:Green Processing and Synthesis
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1515/gps-2014-0091