Journal of Advanced Chemical Engineering

Bio-based chemistry in water: Future perspectives in catalysis

2^nd International Conference on Advances in Chemical Engineering and Technology

November 16-17, 2017 | Paris, France

Christophe LEN

Sorbonne Universite, France

Keynote: J Adv Chem Eng

Abstract:

The design of environmentally friendly methodologies has been the driving force of scientists in recent years. In particular, the use of biomass-derived materials, green solvents and alternatives techniques has been investigated. In this conference, several green chemistry approaches that target advanced synthesis and processes will be presented. These approaches include: (i) green synthesis of quinoline and phenanthroline derivatives in sole water using microwave irradiation and high temperature/ pressure;(ii) production of furfural from D-xylose, xylane and hemicellulose via homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis using microwave irradiation and high temperature/pressure; (iii) conventional micellar catalysis and magic photochromic micellar catalysis.Conception, synthesis and physico-chemical properties will be detailed.

Biography :

Christophe Len received his Ph.D. from the University of Picardie-Jules Verne (UPJV) in Amiens (France) under the supervision of Professor P. Villa in the field of carbohydrate chemistry. In 2010, CL became full Professor at the University of Compiegne - UTC (France). The principle interests of Christophe Len are organic synthesis including the reactivity of biomass-derived molecules (glycerol, fatty acids, lignin, cellulose) for the formation of new chemical bonds. His scientific work has been published in around 137 original international publications and review articles, 3 chapters and 6 patents including publications in high profile journals.