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On-demand manufacture of circular 3D-printable resins

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: ) was used to promote a green esterification of the lipoic acid with biobased alcohols to prepare circular biobased photocurable resins. The supported enzyme was employed for the preparation of a packed bed reactor and was easily recycled and reused to achieve the continuous production of lipoate-based photocurable resins with tuneable composition. Lastly, the environmental impact of the developed on-demand manufacturing process was compared to the previously reported esterification protocols through life cycle assessment, showing the effectiveness of continuous enzymatic flow synthesis in enhancing environmental performance across multiple areas, from human health to ecosystem impact and resources.

Source: Faraday Discussions

DOI: 10.1039/d5fd00073d

Authors: Nailah N. Moghal, Daniele Giannantonio, Megan R. Elliott, Neha Mehta, Andrew P. Dove, Arianna Brandolese

Institution: University of Birmingham

Language: English

Topic: Enzyme Catalysis and Immobilization

Subfield: Molecular Biology

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Responsible consumption and production

Open Access status: hybrid

Funder: University of Birmingham