ú Callejón Álvarez

My research focuses on catalytic reactions in the lignin-first bio-refining field for sustainable aviation fuel production. By conducting batch and flow reactions I’m investigating optimization pathways for the Reductive Catalytic Fractionation (RCF) of lignin, such as the potential benefits of the use of water as a solvent and enhancing hydrodeoxygenation and hydrogenation of the lignin. While connecting these enhancements to different natural or bioengineered lignin sources, particularly to the Poplar tree population.