Statistical optimization strategies on waste substrates for solving high-cost challenges in biosurfactants production: a review
Abimbola Bowofoluwa Sharon,
Eze Frank Ahuekwe,
Elughi Gift Nzubechi
et al.
Abstract:Biosurfactants are bio-based amphiphilic molecules with extensive applications in various industries. These eco-friendly alternatives possess numerous advantages over chemical surfactants. However, high production costs hinder market competitiveness of biosurfactants. Production costs of synthetic surfactants range between $1-3/kg, while biosurfactants cost between $20-25/kg. Principal challenges hindering commercialization of biosurfactants are high costs of media constituents and downstream processing, accou… Show more
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