Antibacterial mechanism of lignin and lignin-based antimicrobial materials in different fields

Nanjing Forestry University

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Abstract

The control of microbial infection transmission often relies on the utilization of synthetic and metal-based antimicrobial agents. However, their non-biodegradability and inadequate disposal practices lead to significant environmental contamination. To address this concern, the quest for natural alternatives has gained paramount importance. Lignin, a widely available renewable aromatic compound, emerges as a promising candidate owing to its inherent phenolic moiety, which lends itself well to acting as a natural antimicrobial agent either independently or in combination with other agents. This article provides a comprehensive account of the structure and primary classes of lignin. Additionally, it elucidates…

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Keywords
  • Lignin
  • Antimicrobial
  • Biochemical engineering
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Organic chemistry
  • Biology
  • Engineering
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