Production of HMF-derivatives from wine residues using Saccharomyces cerevisiae as whole-cell biocatalyst.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is an urgent need to develop bioprocesses independent of fossil resources to address resource depletion and mitigate environmental harm. Transitioning to a bio-based economy requires prioritizing chemical production processes that utilize renewable resources, ensuring sustainability and environmental responsibility. 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) and its derivatives are promising building blocks, ranked among the top 12 bio-based molecules derived from biomass. This study investigates the potential of wine residues as substrates for HMF production and explores the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a robust industrial microbial cell factory, as a whole-cell biocatalyst for converting HMF into high-value compounds, offering an alternative to chemical synthesis.

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SUBMITTER: Cunha JT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11785874 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature