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Green Chemistry is delighted to announce a call for papers for its latest themed collection on Advanced Eco-Manufacturing and Sustainable Bioproducts with Lignocellulosic Biomass, Guest Edited by Arthur Ragauskas (University of Tennessee Knoxville), Jhuma Sadhukhan (University of Surrey), Jeong Jae Wie (Hanyang University) and Chang Geun Yoo (State University of New York).

About this Themed Collection: 

The research featured in this Themed Collection will highlight various innovative chemical pathways for converting lignocellulosic biomass into sustainable, value-added products that promote environmentally responsible industrial practices. The collection will focus on the innovative use of lignocellulosic biomass in eco-manufacturing, particularly the role of forestry, agriculture, and plant residues as renewable raw materials. Bringing together cutting-edge research from diverse fields, including green chemistry, materials science, bioengineering, and industrial manufacturing, this Themed Collection will address both the challenges and opportunities associated with lignocellulosic biomass. By focusing on real-world applications and emerging technologies, it will provide actionable insights to help advance environmentally conscious manufacturing systems and promote sustainable resource use.

The global shift towards sustainable practices in the academic, government, and industrial sectors has sparked growing interest in sustainable and renewable resources. Lignocellulosic materials, derived from forestry, agriculture, and plant residues, have emerged as a central focus for driving eco-manufacturing, securing regional production, rural development, and sustainable innovation. These materials, often viewed as waste or by-products, hold significant potential to be transformed into value-added carbon products that can play a crucial role in achieving sustainability goals.

With the increasing emphasis on environmental impacts across industries, such as packaging, forestry products, construction, transportation, and manufacturing, this special issue aims to explore the latest advancements in emerging bio-derived materials. By utilizing green chemistry principles and innovative manufacturing technologies, these materials can support the development of renewable products, materials, and energy sources.  New chemical principles include (i) tailored biomass fractionation and functionalization, (ii) chemo-enzymatic derivatization for product performance, (iii) electrification of chemical pathways via microwave, ultrasonics, and redox chemistry, (iv) bio composite materials and 3D printing, and (v) sustainable chemicals and fuels.

Open for Submissions until 28th February 2026

This call for papers is open for the following article types:

• Communications
• Full papers
• Reviews

How to Submit

If you would like to contribute to this themed collection, articles can be submitted via our website: mc.manuscriptcentral.com/gc. We would be grateful if upon submission you would mention that your manuscript is intended for this themed collection as an open call.

Please note that for publication, manuscripts must meet the usual rigorous and high standards for acceptance in the journal, and all submissions will be subject to initial assessment for suitability for a full peer review before a final decision is made. Accepted articles will be published online in a citeable form, included in the web collection and published in an issue as soon as they are ready. We aim to promote the completed collection in 2026.