Bacterial cellulose as a next-generation membrane material for selective transport: properties, fabrication, and applications

Abstract Bacterial cellulose (BC) is an emerging, sustainable biomaterial that distinguishes itself from plant-derived cellulose by being free from lignin and hemicellulose and its ability to be synthesized from various organic waste sources. The eco-friendly production and high design flexibility make BC a promising material for advanced membrane technologies. Through careful control of its production conditions and physical or chemical modifications, BC's structural and functional properties can be tailored for diverse applications. Current limitations of bacterial cellulose applications include its high production costs, limited mechanical strength for some particular applications and susceptibility to…