Assessment of Wastes for Future Bioprospecting
Introduction Assessment of Wastes for Future Bioprospecting refers to the systematic evaluation of various waste materials, particularly from agro-industrial sectors, for their potential to yield valuable bioproducts through biotechnological processes. This field has gained significant attention due to the escalating global waste crisis and the pressing need for sustainable waste management strategies that can contribute to environmental preservation while simultaneously creating economic value. By identifying and harnessing the biochemical properties of waste, researchers aim to transform by-products from food processing, agriculture, and other industries into biofuels, biopolymers, and other bioactive compounds. Notably, agro-industrial waste—including food waste, plastic waste, dairy waste, and cereal waste—constitutes a major portion of the waste generated worldwide. […]