Plant Biomass - Uses and Valorization

Chemical characterization and valorization of plant biomass and utilization of biotechnological tools to improve its uses (i.e. for the production of cellulose, lignin, bio-fuels, lipids and chemicals). Our investigations fit with the following priorities of the new Framework Programme of the European Union, Horizon 2020: I.2. Priority Excellent Science: Development of Future and Emerging Technologies. II.4. Priority Competitive Industries: Biotechnology III.3. Priority Better Society: Reliable, Clean, Efficient Energy III.5. Priority Better Society: Efficient Use of Resources for Protection of Our Planet