Researchers developed a new process that converts plant lignin into adipic acid (a key precursor for nylon) by combining refinery-style…
Researchers developed a new process that converts plant lignin into adipic acid (a key precursor for nylon) by combining refinery-style chemistry with engineered bacteria. The method achieved a 26% yield, surpassing previous approaches and offering a potential low-carbon alternative to petroleum-based nylon production. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-026-10580-x
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