University of Basrah Publishes Research in an International Journal
Dr. Ammar Yasser Jassim, a faculty member at the Marine Science Centre, University of Basrah, has published a research paper entitled:
“Optimization of Polyhydroxyalkanoate Biopolymer Production from Lignocellulosic Wood Waste Using Statistical Experimental Designs”
in Scientific Reports, a journal published by Springer Nature.
The journal is ranked within the first quartile (Q1) with an impact factor of 3.9, and is indexed in both Scopus and Clarivate databases.
Scientific Reports publishes research across a wide range of scientific disciplines, including public health, biology, biochemistry, environmental science, and the sustainable use of natural resources.
The study explores biodegradable alternatives to plastic pollution caused by the persistence of conventional polymers, which remains a pressing environmental challenge. In this context, polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) are presented as a promising solution, as they are naturally produced by microorganisms under nutrient-limited conditions.
The research further highlights the use of wood waste as a practical, low-cost feedstock and an efficient carbon source for producing PHAs. This approach supports the advancement of sustainable biopolymer production while promoting bioeconomy practices based on recycling principles.
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