Membranes in Biorefineries: Novel Processes, Fouling Solutions & Scale-Up

This Research Topic invites contributions on all membrane technologies applied in biorefineries, including MF, UF, NF, RO, pervaporation, membrane distillation, electrodialysis, membrane contactors, and gas separation. The focus is on innovative applications and operational optimization that enable sustainable and efficient biorefineries.Themes:- Novel processes and applications-- New feedstocks (e.g., agro-industrial residues, algae, fermentation broths, wastewater streams).-- Recovery of new products (proteins, biopolymers, platform chemicals, specialty compounds).-- Hybrid systems combining membranes with biological, catalytic, or adsorptive steps.- Fouling fundamentals and mitigation-- Mechanistic insights into fouling and scaling.-- Advanced cleaning strategies and anti-fouling materials.-- Modeling and simulation (CFD, predictive fouling models, digital twins).- Scale-up and long-term operation-- Pilot and industrial case studies.-- Module hydrodynamics, operational stability, and cleaning protocols.-- Performance envelopes under realistic conditions (pH, salinity, solvents, organics). Topic editors: Basel Al-Rudainy, Ola Wallberg, Borbala Erdei Source: https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/76314/membranes-in-biorefineries-novel-processes-fouling-solutions-scale-up