Biomass-Derived Carbons. Science and Applications

Biomass-Derived Carbons: Science and Applications provides a comprehensive explanation of the synthesis and structure of biomass-derived carbons. The book's focus on energy storage (such as supercapacitors and rechargeable batteries) and environmental remediation (including pollutant removal and water desalination) directly addresses the practical application needs of professionals in these fields. The inclusion of sustainability as a key theme, particularly in terms of selecting biomass precursors and understanding the environmental impact of these materials, directly responds to the growing demand for sustainable materials and processes. The book also discusses carbonization and activation techniques, so that readers are aware of the latest advancements in material processing and modification, which is crucial for researchers and students in the field. The book's interdisciplinary approach ensures that it covers the convergence of material science, chemistry, and environmental engineering, helping readers understand how biomass-derived carbons can solve challenges across various sectors. Finally, the book's in-depth exploration of various biomass sources and their applications helps industry professionals understand the commercial potential and scalability of these materials, providing them with the insights needed to navigate market trends and economic feasibility in the field.

1. Introduction
2. Carbons derived from lignocellulosic biomasses
3. Carbons derived from parts of lignocellulosic biomasses
4. Carbons derived from creature-related biomasses
5. Conclusions

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Michio Inagaki Hokkaido University, China. Michio Inagaki is Professor Emeritus at Hokkaido University, Japan. He has been worked on carbon materials for more than 50 years. In 2005, he won the SGL Carbon Award for contribution to the carbon science and technology and in 2011, the Peter A Thrower Award for the exceptional contribution to the international carbon community Yukie Saito The University of Tokyo, Japan. Yukie Saito is Professor, Graduate School of Agriculture and Life Sciences, The University of Tokyo, Japan. In 2008, Professor Saito won an Award from the Foundation for the Promotion of Forest Science and Technology, Japan. Her research focuses on the influence of wood microstructure on its physical properties Ming-Ming Chen Tianjin University, China. Ming-Ming Chen is Professor, Key Laboratory for Green Chemical Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, China. She has published more than 100 peer-reviewed original research papers and two books. She has been granted 6 Chinese patents Feiyu Kang Tsinghua University, China. Feiyu Kang is Professor, Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China. He is leading the New Carbon Materials Laboratory both in Shenzhen and main campus (Beijing). His research interest is focused on carbon materials and their applications for energy storage and environment protection

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