Application of supercritical water in biocatalytic processes

Setareh Heidari*, Jalal Foroozesh, Mohammad Latifi

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Abstract

This chapter aims to give some insights into supercritical fluid (SCF) applications in reaction systems in view of chemical engineering applications. In chemical reactions, the reaction medium is usually a fluid solvent that must have specific characteristics that can be regulated through temperature and pressure of the system to above its critical point. The supercritical technology can favorably modify the solvent properties as required for reactions. Some applications of SCFs and specifically supercritical water (SCW) are discussed in this chapter including waste destruction, biomass processing, and chemical synthesis. Furthermore, important factors influencing SCF-biocatalytic reaction systems (enzyme-catalyzed reactions) including the effect of water content on enzyme operation in the presence of SCFs, the effect of operation conditions, and the effect of solvent characteristics are also elaborated. A discussion on the challenges and limitations of SCFs for industrial applications is also provided.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationGreen Sustainable Process for Chemical and Environmental Engineering and Science
Subtitle of host publicationGreen Solvents for Biocatalysis
EditorsInamuddin , Rajender Boddula, Mohd Imran Ahamed, Abdullah M. Asiri
PublisherElsevier
Pages301-323
Number of pages23
ISBN (Electronic)9780128197219
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 29 Jan 2020

Keywords

  • biocatalysis
  • biomass processing
  • enzyme reactions
  • supercritical fluids
  • supercritical water oxidation
  • waste destruction

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