Industrial Biotechnology & Bioprocessing

Industrial biotechnology is using the principles of biotechnology to industrial processes

This can be done by using enzymes, plants and microorganisms to produce energy, industrial chemicals and consumer goods. Essentially industrial biotechnology is using biomolecules which are substances produced by cells and living organisms. Industrial biotechnology is important because it could generate bioproducts, biofuels and biopolymers that reduce environmental impact. 

An example of industrial biotechnology is biomass which uses plant material like wood or food waste to produce heat or electricity. 

An example of industrial biotechnology is biomass which uses plant material like wood or food waste to produce heat or electricity. 

Bioproducts are commodity-scale products that often have a lower molecular weight (e.g., fuel ethanol, monomers for manufacturing biodegradable plastics and carpet fibers, and biocatalysts used in food processing and laundry detergents). Other bio-industrial products include shingles, insulation, linoleum, fiberboard, specialty paper, fabric, packaging, cleaners, solvents, paints, glues, shampoo, cosmetics, lubricants, car body parts and fuels (such as ethanol – currently blended into gasoline, biodiesel and methane, and in future, hydrogen). Future bioproducts might include biomaterials for paints and coatings, and optical-holographic high-density memories. 
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