Cellulose and lignin: biodegradation. (Latest citations from the Biobusiness data base). Published Search

Technical Report · Mon Jun 01 00:00:00 EDT 1992

OSTI ID:5137953

The bibliography contains citations concerning the biodegradation of materials containing cellulose and lignin. Natural wood decay and sludge digestion are considered. The citations examine chemical and physical mechanisms of degradation, and research on microorganisms involved, for a variety of cellulose and lignin containing materials including straw, municipal wastes, living trees, paper, lumber, and grasses. Genetic engineering studies regarding the isolation, preparation, and characterization of suitable microorganisms for cellulose and lignin degradation are included. (Contains a minimum of 155 citations and includes a subject term index and title list.)

• Research Organization: NERAC, Inc., Tolland, CT (United States)
• OSTI ID: 5137953
• Report Number(s): PB-92-853704/XAB
• Resource Relation: Other Information: Updated with each order. Supersedes PB90-871484. Prepared in cooperation with BioSciences Info Service, Philadelphia, PA. Sponsored in part by National Technical Information Service, Springfield, VA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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MATERIALS
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ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
POLYSACCHARIDES
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