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Isabel M Lima
Commodity Utilization Research
Research Chemist

Phone: (504) 286-4515
Fax: (504) 286-4419

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Projects
Improved Conversion of Sugar Crops into Food, Biofuels, Biochemicals, and Bioproducts
In-House Appropriated (D)
  Accession Number: 439523

Publications (Clicking on the reprint icon Reprint Icon will take you to the publication reprint.)
Assessment of Cellulose Nanofiber-Based Elastase Biosensors to Inflammatory Disease as a Function of Spacer Length and Fluorescence Response Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Easson, M.W., Jordan, J.H., Prevost, N.T., Edwards, J.V., Dupre, R.A., Hillyer, M.B., Lima, I.M., Nam, S. 2024. Assessment of Cellulose Nanofiber-Based Elastase Biosensors to Inflammatory Disease as a Function of Spacer Length and Fluorescence Response. ACS Applied Bio Materials. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsabm.3c00885.
Low rates of sugarcane bagasse-derived biochar have limited effects on soil properties and sugarcane crop yield Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
White Jr, P.M., Ellsworth, P.Z., Lima, I.M. 2023. Low rates of sugarcane bagasse-derived biochar have limited effects on soil properties and sugarcane crop yield. Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment. Volume6, Issue4, e20430. https://doi.org/10.1002/agg2.20430.
Effect of sugarcane biochar on rainfed cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) growth, lint yield and quality in the humid Mississippi Delta Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Pinnamaneni, S.R., Lima, I.M., Boone, S.A., Anapalli, S.S., Reddy, K.N. 2023. Effect of sugarcane biochar on rainfed cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) growth, lint yield and quality in the humid Mississippi Delta. Nature Scientific Reports. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-37820-8.
Impact of hypochlorite, carbamate, and hop extract biocides on enzymatic processing aid activity - (Abstract Only)
Isolation and analysis of microbial contaminants from Louisiana raw sugarcane factories - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Bruni, G.O., Qi, Y., Klasson, K.T., Lima, I.M., Terrell, E. 2022. Isolation and analysis of microbial contaminants from Louisiana raw sugarcane factories. International Sugar Journal. 124(1485):530-538.
Targeting a sustainable sugar crops processing industry: A review (Part II): Reuse and conversion technologies Reprint Icon - (Literature Review)
Lima, I.M., Beacorn, J.A. 2022. Targeting a sustainable sugar crops processing industry: A review (Part II): Reuse and conversion technologies. Sugar Tech. 24(4):1010-1028. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12355-022-01180-w.
Targeting a sustainable sugar crops processing industry – a review (Part I): Byproducts overview - (Literature Review)
Biochar from bagasse for sugarcane applications - (Proceedings)
Biochar from bagasse: the effects on soil properties and sugarcane yield - (Abstract Only)
Identification of microbial populations in blends of worm castings or sugarcane filter mud compost with biochar Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Wright, M.S., Lima, I.M. 2021. Identification of microbial populations in blends of worm castings or sugarcane filter mud compost with biochar. Agronomy. 11(8):1671. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy11081671.
Review of the American Society of Sugarcane Technologists Annual Joint Meeting 2021 - (Trade Journal)
Lima, I.M., Wilson, B.E. 2021. Review of the American Society of Sugarcane Technologists Annual Joint Meeting 2021. International Sugar Journal. 123(1472):520-521.
Pilot plant studies demonstrate the ability of a powdered activated carbon to simultaneously remove multiple impurities from a refinery syrup - (Trade Journal)
Lima, I.M., Jimenez, A., Eggleston, G., Pabon, B., Sarir, E., Thompson, J. 2021. Pilot plant studies demonstrate the ability of a powdered activated carbon to simultaneously remove multiple impurities from a refinery syrup. Sugar Journal. MARCH-APRIL:13-20.
Scale up studies for the simultaneous removal of colorants and protein from a refinery sugar liquor using powdered activated carbon - a pilot plant study - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Jimenez, A.M., Eggleston, G., Pabon, B., Sarir, E., Thompson, J. 2020. Scale up studies for the simultaneous removal of colorants and protein from a refinery sugar liquor using powdered activated carbon - a pilot plant study. International Sugar Journal. 122(1459):488-495.
Design and operation of a scaled-up pilot plant for the removal of sugar beet extract colorants using powdered activated carbons Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Clayton, C., Tir, A., Wierdak, A., Parker, C., Sarir, E., Eggleston, G. 2021. Design and operation of a scaled-up pilot plant for the removal of sugar beet extract colorants using powdered activated carbons. Sugar Tech. 23(1):167-177. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12355-020-00812-3.
Application of permanganate to reduce microbial contamination and sugar loss in raw-sugar production in Louisiana, USA Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Boone, S., Ihli, S., Hartsough, D., Hernandez, L., Sanders, J., Klasson, K.T., Lima, I.M. 2020. Application of permanganate to reduce microbial contamination and sugar loss in raw-sugar production in Louisiana, USA. International Sugar Journal. 122(1456):254-260.
Effects of mixed hardwood and sugarcane biochar as bark-based substrate substitutes on container plants production and nutrient leaching Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Yu, P., Huang, L., Li, Q., Lima, I.M., White Jr., P.M., Gu, M. 2020. Effects of mixed hardwood and sugarcane biochar as bark-based substrate substitutes on container plants production and nutrient leaching. Agronomy. 10(2):156. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy10020156.
Improved sugar yields found by application of bagasse and leaf residue biochar as soil amendment - (Trade Journal)
Lima, I.M., White Jr, P.M. 2020. Improved sugar yields found by application of bagasse and leaf residue biochar as soil amendment. Sugar Journal. 82(8):12-17.
Pilot plant study on the use of powdered activated carbons to remove various impurities from a sugar refinery liquor - (Proceedings)
Lima, I., Jimenez, A., Eggleston, G., Pabon, B., Sarir, E., Thompson, J. 2019. Pilot plant study on the use of powdered activated carbons to remove various impurities from a sugar refinery liquor. In: Proceedings of the Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion 2018 Conference, May 15-18, 2018, New Orleans, Louisiana. 2:237-249.
Sugarcane-bagasse and leaf-residue biochars as soil amendments for increased sugar and cane yields - (Proceedings)
Lima, I.M., White Jr, P.M. 2019. Sugarcane-bagasse and leaf-residue biochars as soil amendments for increased sugar and cane yields. Proceedings of XXX Congress of International Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 30:844-850.
Application of permanganate to reduce microbial contamination and sugar loss in raw-sugar production in Louisiana, USA - (Proceedings)
Boone, S., Ihli, S., Hartsough, D., Hernandez, L., Sanders, J., Klasson, K.T., Lima, I.M. 2019. Application of permanganate to reduce microbial contamination and sugar loss in raw-sugar production in Louisiana, USA. In: Allsopp, P. G. (ed.). Proceedings of the International Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 30:414-423.
Microbial populations in blends of sugarcane filter mud compost or worm castings with biochar - (Abstract Only)
Powdered activated carbon to adsorb colorants from sugar beet syrup a pilot plant study - (Proceedings)
Wierdak, A., Clayton, C., Watts, N., Lima, I., Walker, A., Eggleston, G., Parker, C., Sarir, E. 2019. Powdered activated carbon to adsorb colorants from sugar beet syrup a pilot plant study. In: Proceedings of the Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion 2018 Conference, May 15-18, 2018, New Orleans, Louisiana. 2:30-44.
Greenhouse seedling production with sugarcane by-products - (Proceedings)
Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Spaunhorst, D.J., Lima, I.M., Gu, M., Petrie, E.C., Landrum, D.S. 2019. Greenhouse seedling production with sugarcane by-products. Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion. 2:321-328.
Stabilization of sweet sorghum bagasse for novel applications using compaction and ensiling - (Proceedings)
Wright, M., Lima, I., Powell, R., Bigner, R. 2019. Stabilization of sweet sorghum bagasse for novel applications using compaction and ensiling. In: Proceedings of the Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion 2018 Conference, May 15-18, 2018, New Orleans, Louisiana. 2:163-171.
First year operation of a mechanical detrasher system at a Louisiana sugarcane factory - (Proceedings)
Eggleston, G., Schudmak, C., Hulett, R., Waguespack, Jr., H., Birkett, H., Gay, J., Landry, A., Lima, I., St Cyr, E., Stein, J., Finger, A. 2019. First year operation of a mechanical detrasher system at a Louisiana sugarcane factory. In: Proceedings of the Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion 2018 Conference, May 15-18, 2018, New Orleans, Louisiana. 2:220-236.
Effect of feed source and pyrolysis conditions on sugarcane bagasse biochar - (Proceedings)
Lima, I., Hass, A. 2019. Effect of feed source and pyrolysis conditions on sugarcane bagasse biochar. In: Proceedings of the Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion 2018 Conference, May 15-18, 2018, New Orleans, Louisiana. 2:76-91.
First year operation of a mechanical detrasher system at a Louisiana sugarcane factory – impact on processing and value-added products - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
First year operation of a mechanical detrasher system at a Louisiana sugarcane factory -- impact on processing and value-added products - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Eggleston, G., Lima, I., Schudmak, C., Hullet, R., Waguespack, Jr., H., Birkett, H., Gay, J., Landry, A., Finger, A. 2019. First year operation of a mechanical detrasher system at a Louisiana sugarcane factory -- impact on processing and value-added products. International Sugar Journal. 121(1449):682-691.
Sugarcane and pine biochar as amendments for greenhouse growing media for the production of bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) seedlings Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Gu, M., Spaunhorst, D.J., Lima, I.M., Petrie, E.C. 2018. Sugarcane and pine biochar as amendments for greenhouse growing media for the production of bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) seedlings. Journal of Agricultural Science. 10(4):58-68. https://doi.org/10.5539/jas.v10n4p58.
Effect of feed source and pyrolysis conditions on properties and metal sorption by sugarcane biochar Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Hass, A., Lima, I.M. 2018. Effect of feed source and pyrolysis conditions on properties and metal sorption by sugarcane biochar. Environmental Technology & Innovation. 10:16-26. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eti.2018.01.007.
Microbial stability of worm castings and sugarcane filter mud compost blended with biochar Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Wright, M.S. 2018. Microbial stability of worm castings and sugarcane filter mud compost blended with biochar. Cogent Food & Agriculture. 4(1):1-14. https://doi.org/10.1080/23311932.2018.1423719.
Effect of compacting and ensiling on stabilization of sweet sorghum bagasse - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Wright, M.S., Lima, I.M., Powell, R., Bigner, R.L. 2018. Effect of compacting and ensiling on stabilization of sweet sorghum bagasse. Sugar Tech. 20(3):357-363.
Sugarcane biochar as an amendment for greenhouse growing media for the production of cucurbit seedlings Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webber III C.L., White Jr, P.M., Spaunhorst, D.J., Lima, I.M., Petrie, E.C. 2018. Sugarcane biochar as an amendment for greenhouse growing media for the production of cucurbit seedlings. Journal of Agricultural Science. 10(2):104-115. https://doi.org/10.5539/jas.v10n2p104.
Effect of feed source and pyrolysis conditions on sugarcane bagasse biochar - (Abstract Only)
Hass, A, Lima, I. 2017. Effect of feed source and pyrolysis conditions on sugarcane bagasse biochar (abstract). Sugar Journal. 80(1):31.
First year in operating a mechanical detrasher system at a sugarcane factory in Louisiana - (Abstract Only)
Eggleston, G., Schudmak, C., Birkett, H., Waguespack, Jr., H., Lima, I., Gay, J., Landry, A., Stein, J., St Cyr, E., Finger, A., Hulett, R. 2017. First year in operating a mechanical detrasher system at a sugarcane factory in Louisiana (abstract). Sugar Journal. 80(1):30.
Problems, control, and opportunity of starch in the large scale processing of sugarcane and sweet sorghum - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Eggleston, G., Montes, B., Heckemeyer, M., Triplett, A., Stewart, D., Lima, I., Cole, M. 2017. Problems, control, and opportunity of starch in the large scale processing of sugarcane and sweet sorghum. International Sugar Journal. 119:624-633.
Mechanism of removal of undesirable residual amylase, insoluble starch, and select colorants from refinery streams by powdered activated carbons - (Proceedings)
Lima, I.M., Eggleston, G., Sarir, E., Donado, C.A., Thompson, J., St Cyr, E.L. 2017. Mechanism of removal of undesirable residual amylase, insoluble starch, and select colorants from refinery streams by powdered activated carbons. In: Proceedings for the Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion Conference, March 15-18, 2016, New Orleans, Louisiana. p. 309-329.
Mechanism of removal of undesirable residual amylase, insoluble starch, and select colorants from refinery streams by powdered activated carbons - (Proceedings)
Lima, I., Eggleston, G., Sarir, E., Donado, C.A., Thompson, J., St Cyr, E. 2017. Mechanism of removal of undesirable residual amylase, insoluble starch, and select colorants from refinery streams by powdered activated carbons. In: Proceedings for the Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion Conference, March 15-18, 2016, New Orleans, Louisiana. p. 306-326.
Sweet sorghum bagasse for production of biochar - (Proceedings)
Lima, I., Bigner, R. 2017. Sweet sorghum bagasse for production of biochar. In: Proceedings for the Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion Conference, March 15-18, 2016, New Orleans, Louisiana. p. 327-339.
Sugarcane residue and bagasse as biochar precursors for soil amendment applications and beyond - (Proceedings)
Lima, I., White, P. 2017. Sugarcane residue and bagasse as biochar precursors for soil amendment applications and beyond. In: Proceedings for the Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion Conference, March 15-18, 2016, New Orleans, Louisiana. p. 53-69.
Starch in sweet sorghum and sugarcane: Problems, opportunities, and control - (Proceedings)
Eggleston, G., Montes, B., Heckemeyer, M., Cole, M., Triplett, A., Stewart, D., Lima, I. 2017. Starch in sweet sorghum and sugarcane: Problems, opportunities, and control. In: Proceedings for the Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion Conference, March 15-18, 2016, New Orleans, Louisiana. p. 177-192.
Conversion of sweet sorghum bagasse into value-added biochar Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Bigner, R.L., Wright, M.S. 2017. Conversion of sweet sorghum bagasse into value-added biochar. Sugar Tech. 19:553-561. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12355-017-0508-8.
Microbial and physicochemical properties of sugarcane bagasse for potential conversion to value-added products - (Proceedings)
Wright, M., Lima, I., Bigner, R. 2017. Microbial and physicochemical properties of sugarcane bagasse for potential conversion to value-added products. In: Proceedings for the Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion Conference, March 15-18, 2016, New Orleans, Louisiana. p.224-238.
Stability and use of sweet sorghum bagasse - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Wright, M., Lima, I., Bigner, R. 2017. Stability and use of sweet sorghum bagasse. Sugar Tech. 19(5):451-457.
Sugarcane bagasse and leaf residue biochars as soil amendment for increased sugar and cane yields - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., White Jr, P.M. 2017. Sugarcane bagasse and leaf residue biochars as soil amendment for increased sugar and cane yields. International Sugar Journal. 119(1421):382-390.
Use of activated carbon to remove undesirable residual amylase from refinery streams - (Proceedings)
Eggleston, G., Lima, I.M., Sarir, E., Thompson, J., Zatlokovicz III, J., St Cyr, E.L. 2017. Use of activated carbon to remove undesirable residual amylase from refinery streams. In: Proceedings of the European Society for Sugar Technology meeting, held May 10-13, 2015, Reims, France. p.96-103.
Use of activated carbon to remove undesirable residual amylase from refinery streams - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Eggleston, G., Lima, I., Sarir, E., Thompson, J., Zatlokovicz III, J., St Cyr, E. 2017. Use of activated carbon to remove undesirable residual amylase from refinery streams. Zuckerindustrie. 142(2):96-103.
Mechanism of removal of undesirable residual amylase, insoluble starch, and select colorants from refinery streams by powdered activated carbons - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I., Eggleston, G., Sarir, E., Donado, C.A., Thompson, J., Cyr, E.S. 2016. Mechanism of removal of undesirable residual amylase, insoluble starch, and select colorants from refinery streams by powdered activated carbons. International Sugar Journal. 118(1409):352-362.
Ammonia and hydrogen sulfide removal using biochar - (Abstract Only)
Removing gaseous NH3 using biochar as an adsorbent - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Ro, K.S., Lima, I.M., Reddy, G.B., Jackson, M.A., Gao, B. 2015. Removing gaseous NH3 using biochar as an adsorbent. Agriculture. 5:991-1002. doi: 10.3390/agriculture5040991.
Selective release of inorganic constituents in broiler manure biochars under different post-activation treatments - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I., Klasson, K.T., Uchimiya, M. 2016. Selective release of inorganic constituents in broiler manure biochars under different post-activation treatments. Journal of Residuals Science & Technology. 13(1):37-48.
Efficacy of chicken litter and wood biochars and their activated counterparts in heavy metal clean up from wastewater - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Ro, K.S., Reddy, G.B., Boykin, D.L., Klasson, K.T. 2015. Efficacy of chicken litter and wood biochars and their activated counterparts in heavy metal clean up from wastewater. Agriculture. 5(3):806-825.
Sustainability issues and opportunities in the sugar and sugar-bioproduct industries - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Eggleston, G., Lima, I. 2015. Sustainability issues and opportunities in the sugar and sugar-bioproduct industries. Sustainability. 7:12209-12235.
Sugarcane and pinewood biochar effects on activity and aerobic soil dissipation of metribuzin and pendimethalin Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
White Jr, P.M., Potter, T.L., Lima, I.M. 2015. Sugarcane and pinewood biochar effects on activity and aerobic soil dissipation of metribuzin and pendimethalin. Industrial Crops and Products. 74(2015):737-744. DOI: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2015.04.022
Microbial and physicochemical properties of sugarcane bagasse for potential conversion to value-added products - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Wright, M.S., Lima, I.M., Bigner, R.L. 2016. Microbial and physicochemical properties of sugarcane bagasse for potential conversion to value-added products. International Sugar Journal. 118:424-433.
Characterization of narrow micropores in almond shell biochars by nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and hydrogen adsorption Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Klasson, K.T., Uchimiya, M., Lima, I.M. 2015. Characterization of narrow micropores in almond shell biochars by nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and hydrogen adsorption. Industrial Crops and Products. 67:33-40.
Use of activated carbons to remove undesirable residual amylase from factory and refinery streams - (Proceedings)
Eggleston, G., Vawda, A., Zatlokovicz Iii, J., Lima, I.M., St Cyr, E.L. 2014. Use of activated carbons to remove undesirable residual amylase from factory and refinery streams. In: Proceedings of the 2014 Sugar Industry Technologists Meeting, Toronto, Canada. Vol. LXXIII:330-342.
Uncovering surface area and micropores in almond shell biochars by rainwater wash - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Klasson, K.T., Uchimiya, M., Lima, I.M. 2014. Uncovering surface area and micropores in almond shell biochars by rainwater wash. Chemosphere. 111:129-134.
Influence of biochar pyrolysis temperature and post-treatment on the uptake of mercury from flue gas - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Klasson, K.T., Boihem, Jr., L.L., Uchimiya, M., Lima, I.M. 2014. Influence of biochar pyrolysis temperature and post-treatment on the uptake of mercury from flue gas. Fuel Processing Technology. 123:27-33.
Effects of biomass types and carbonization conditions on the chemical characteristics of hydrochars - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Cao, X., Ro, K.S., Libra, J.A., Kammann, C.I., Lima, I.M., Berge, N., Li, L., Li, Y., Chen, N., Yang, J., Deng, B., Mao, J. 2013. Effects of biomass types and carbonization conditions on the chemical characteristics of hydrochars. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 61:9401-9411.
Influence of post-treatment strategies on the properties of activated chars from broiler manure - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Boykin, D.L., Klasson, K.T., Uchimiya, M. 2014. Influence of post-treatment strategies on the properties of activated chars from broiler manure. Chemosphere. 95:96-104.
Cation and anion release from broiler litter and cake activated carbons and the role of released anions in copper ion uptake - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fitzmorris, K.F., Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E. 2014. Cation and anion release from broiler litter and cake activated carbons and the role of released anions in copper ion uptake. Waste and Biomass Valorization. 5(4):689-697.
Feedstock and Processes Affect Environmental Properties of Biochars - (Abstract Only)
Gonzalez, J.M., Hass, A., Lima, I.M., Boateng, A.A. 2013. Feedstock and Processes Affect Environmental Properties of Biochars [abstract]. American Chemical Society Abstracts. Pub. No. 4.
Heavy metal and phenol adsorption properties of biochars from pyrolyzed switchgrass and woody biomass in correlation with surface structures - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Han, Y., Boateng, A.A., Qi, P.X., Lima, I.M., Jainmin, C. 2013. Heavy metal and phenol adsorption properties of biochars from pyrolyzed switchgrass and woody biomass in correlation with surface properties. Environmental Management. 118:196-204.
Activated biochar removes 100% dibromochloropropane from field well water - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Klasson, K.T., Ledbetter, C.A., Uchimiya, M., Lima, I.M. 2013. Activated biochar removes 100% dibromochloropropane from field well water. Environmental Chemistry Letters. 11(3):271-275.
Litter generated ammonia captured by activated carbon derived from broiler litter - (Abstract Only)
Brisolara, K.F., Miles, D.M., Lima, I.M. 2013. Litter generated ammonia captured by activated carbon derived from broiler litter [abstract]. Waste to Worth: "Spreading" Science and Solutions, April 1-5, 2013, Denver, CO. http://www.extension.org/pages/67575/litter-generated-ammonia-captured-by-activated-carbon-derived-ffrom-broiler-litter.
Use of almond shells to treat water contaminated with almond tree nematicide in an energy efficient way - (Abstract Only)
Klasson, K.T., Ledbetter, C.A., Lima, I.M., Uchimiya, S.M. 2013. Use of almond shells to treat water contaminated with almond tree nematicide in an energy efficient way [abstract]. The Cornucopia. Spring 2013. American Chemical Society, Division of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, p. 64.
Removal of dibromochloropropane from drinking water: laboratory and field experiences - (Abstract Only)
Klasson, K.T., Ledbetter, C.A., Lima, I.M., Uchimiya, S.M. 2012. Removal of dibromochloropropane from drinking water: laboratory and field experiences [abstract]. Proceedings of the 30th International Activated Carbon Conference, October 4-5, 2012, Pittsburgh, PA.
Using activated biochars to treat well water in agricultural communities - (Abstract Only)
Lead retention by broiler litter biochars in small arms range soil: Impact of pyrolysis temperature - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Uchimiya, M., Bannon, D.I., Wartelle, L.H., Lima, I.M., Klasson, K.T. 2012. Lead retention by broiler litter biochars in small arms range soil: Impact of pyrolysis temperature. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 60(20):5035-5044.
Biochars impact on soil moisture storage in an Ultisol and two Aridisols - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Novak, J.M., Busscher, W.J., Watts, D.W., Amonette, J., Ippolito, J.A., Lima, I.M., Gaskin, J., Das, K.C., Steiner, C., Ahmedna, M., Rehrah, D., Schomberg, H.H. 2012. Biochars impact on soil moisture storage in an Ultisol and two Aridisols. Soil Science. 177(5):310-320.
Chicken manure biochar as liming agent and nutrient source for acid Appalachian soil - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Hass, A., Gonzalez, J.M., Lima, I.M., Godwin, H.W., Halvorson, J.J., Boyer, D.G. 2012. Chicken manure biochar as liming agent and nutrient source for acid Appalachian soil. Journal of Environmental Quality. 41:1096-1106.
Influence of Biochar on Nitrogen Fractions in a Coastal Plain Soil - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Schomberg, H.H., Gaskin, J.W., Harris, K., Das, K.C., Novak, J.M., Busscher, W.J., Watts, D.W., Woodroof, R.H., Lima, I.M., Ahmedna, M., Rehrah, D., Xing, B. 2012. Influence of Biochar on Nitrogen Fractions in a Coastal Plain Soil. Journal of Environmental Quality. 41(4):1087-1095.
Biochar: A synthesis of its agronomic impact beyond carbon sequestration - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Spokas, K.A., Cantrell, K.B., Novak, J.M., Archer, D.W., Ippolito, J.A., Collins, H.P., Boateng, A.A., Lima, I.M., Lamb, M.C., Mcaloon, A.J., Lentz, R.D., Nichols, K.A. 2012. Biochar: A synthesis of its agronomic impact beyond carbon sequestration. Journal of Environmental Quality. 41(4):973-989.
Fugitive gas adsorption capacity of biomass and animal-manure derived biochars - (Abstract Only)
Ro, K.S., Reddy, G.B., Lima, I.M., Mahajan, D. 2011. Fugitive gas adsorption capacity of biomass and animal-manure derived biochars [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the American Society of Agronomy - Crop Science Society of America - Soil Science Society of America Annual Meeting, October 16-19, 2011, San Antonio, Texas.
Feasibility of removing furfurals from sugar solutions using activated biochars made from agricultural residues - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Klasson, K.T., Uchimiya, M., Lima, I.M., Boihem, Jr., L.L. 2011. Feasibility of removing furfurals from sugar solutions using activated biochars made from agricultural residues. BioResources. 6(3):3242-3251.
Sugarcane bagasse and pine wood biochar effects on aerobic soil dissipation of metribuzin and pendimethalin - (Abstract Only)
White Jr, P.M., Potter, T.L., Lima, I.M. 2011. Sugarcane bagasse and pine wood biochar effects on aerobic soil dissipation of metribuzin and pendimethalin. American Chemical Society Fall 2011 National Meeting and Exposition, August 28 - September 2, 2011, Denver, Colorodo. CDROM.
Herbicide sorption in a biochar-amended coastal plain soil under conventional and conservation tillage management - (Abstract Only)
Potter, T.L., White Jr, P.M., Lima, I.M. 2011. Herbicide sorption in a biochar-amended coastal plain soil under conventional and conservation tillage management [abstract]. American Chemical Society National Meeting. August 28-September 1, 2011.
Ammonia adsorption capacity of biomass and animal-manure derived biochars - (Abstract Only)
Ro, K.S., Reddy, G., Lima, I.M., Mahajan, D., Cyrus, J. 2011. Ammonia adsorption capacity of biomass and animal-manure derived biochars [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the American Chemical Society National Meeting and Exposition, August 28-September 1, 2011, Denver, Colorado.
Selected characteristics of biochar from different feedstock and [yrolysis process - (Abstract Only)
Influence of pyrolysis temperature on biochar property and function as heavy metal sorbent in soil - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Uchimiya, M., Wartelle, L.H., Klasson, K.T., Fortier, C.A., Lima, I.M. 2011. Influence of pyrolysis temperature on biochar property and function as heavy metal sorbent in soil. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 59:2501-2510.
Influence of soil properties on heavy metal sequestration by biochar amendment: 2. copper desorption isotherms - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Uchimiya, M., Klasson, K.T., Wartelle, L.H., Lima, I.M. 2011. Influence of soil properties on heavy metal sequestration by biochar amendment: 2. copper desorption isotherms. Chemosphere. 82(10):1438-1447.
Influence of soil properties on heavy metal sequestration by biochar amendment: 1. copper sorption isotherms and the release of cations - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Uchimiya, M., Klasson, K.T., Wartelle, L.H., Lima, I.M. 2011. Influence of soil properties on heavy metal sequestration by biochar amendment: 1. copper sorption isotherms and the release of cations. Chemosphere. 82(10):1431-1437.
Sorption of deisopropylatrazine on broiler litter biochars - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Uchimiya, M., Wartelle, L.H., Lima, I.M., Klasson, K.T. 2010. Sorption of deisopropylatrazine on broiler litter biochars. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 58(23):12350-12356.
Metals Solubility in Biochar from Different Feedstock and Pyrolysis Processes - (Abstract Only)
Feasibility of mercury removal from simulated flue gas by activated chars made from poultry manures - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Klasson, K.T., Lima, I.M., Boihem, L.L., Wartelle, L.H. 2010. Feasibility of mercury removal from simulated flue gas by activated chars made from poultry manures. Journal of Environmental Management. 91(12):2466-2470.
Production of value-added chars and activated carbons from animal manure - (Proceedings)
Lima, I.M., Klasson, K.T. 2010. Production of value-added chars and activated carbons from animal manure. In: Marques dos Santos Cordovil, C.S.C., Ferreira, L. (eds) Treatment and Use of Organic Residues in Agriculture: Challenges and Opportunities Towards Sustainable Management, Proceedings of the 14th RAMIRAN International Conference of the FAO ESCORENA Network on the Recycling of Agricultural, Municipal and Industrial Residues in Agriculture, ISA Press, Lisbon, Portugal. Paper 0200, 5 pp.
Physicochemical and adsorptive properties of fast-pyrolysis bio-chars and their steam activated counterparts - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Boateng, A.A., Klasson, K.T. 2010. Physicochemical and adsorptive properties of fast-pyrolysis bio-chars and their steam activated counterparts. Journal of Chemical Technology & Biotechnology. 85(11):1515-1521.
Contaminant Immobilization and Nutrient Release by Biochar Soil Amendment: Roles of Natural Organic Matter - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Uchimiya, M., Lima, I.M., Klasson, K.T., Wartelle, L.H. 2010. Contaminant Immobilization and Nutrient Release by Biochar Soil Amendment: Roles of Natural Organic Matter. Chemosphere. 80 (8):935-940.
Biochar soil amendment: Impact of soil types on heavy metal sorption-desorption behaviors and repeated nutrient leaching - (Abstract Only)
Feedstock source, pyrolysis process, and steam activation effect on biochar properties - (Abstract Only)
Biochar effects on nitrogen fertilizer in a loamy sand of the southeastern United States - (Abstract Only)
Gaskin, J., Schomberg, H.H., Novak, J.M., Das, K.C., Ahmedna, M., Lima, I.M. 2010. Biochar effects on nitrogen fertilizer in a loamy sand of the southeastern United States [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Meeting October 31 to November 4, 2010, Long Beach, California. CDROM.
Immobilization of heavy metal ions (CuII, CdII, NiII, and PbII) by broiler litter-derived biochars in water and soil - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Uchimiya, M., Lima, I.M., Klasson, K.T., Chang, S., Wartelle, L.H., Rodgers, J.E. 2010. Immobilization of heavy metal ions (CuII, CdII, NiII, and PbII) by broiler litter-derived biochars in water and soil. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 58(9):5538-5544.
Use of Biochar from Chicken Manure as Liming Agent for Acidic, High P-Fixing Soils - (Abstract Only)
Contaminant immobilization and nutrient release by carbonized biomass in water and soils - (Abstract Only)
Uchimiya, S.M., Lima, I.M., Klasson, K.T., Wartelle, L.H. 2010. Contaminant immobilization and nutrient release by carbonized biomass in water and soils (abstract). 2010 U.S. Biochar Initiative Conference, June 27-30, 2010, Iowa State University, Ames, IA.
Effect of nitrogen flow rate on the physical, chemical and adsorptive properties of a broiler manure char - (Abstract Only)
Lima, I.M., Coble, C., Klasson, K.T., Uchimiya, S.M. 2010. Effect of nitrogen flow rate on the physical, chemical and adsorptive properties of a broiler manure char (abstract). 2010 US Biochar Initiative Conference, Jun 27-30, 2010, Ames, IA.
Sustainable production of bioenergy and bio-char from the straw of high biomass soybean lines via fast pyrolysis - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Boateng, A.A., Mullen, C.A., Goldberg, N.M., Hicks, K.B., Devine, T.E., Lima, I.M., Mcmurtrey Iii, J.E. 2010. Sustainable production of bioenergy and bio-char from the straw of high biomass soybean lines via fast pyrolysis. Journal of Environmental Progress and Sustainable Energy. 29(2):175-183.
Characterization of designer biochar produced at different temperatures and their effects on a loamy sand - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Novak, J.M., Lima, I., Xing, B., Gaskin, J.W., Steiner, C., Das, K.C., Ahmedna, M., Rehrah, D., Watts, D.W., Busscher, W.J., Schomberg, H.H. 2009. Characterization of designer biochar produced at different temperatures and their effects on a loamy sand. Annals of Environmental Science. 3:195-206.
Method of creating starch-like ultra-fine rice flour and effect of spray drying on formation of free fatty acid. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Guraya, H.S., Lima, I.M., Champagne, E.T. 2010. Method of creating starch-like ultra-fine rice flour and effect of spray drying on lipid components. Starch/Starke. 62:173-180.
Bio-oil and biochar production from corn cobs and stover by fast pyrolysis - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mullen, C.A., Boateng, A.A., Goldberg, N.M., Lima, I.M., Laird, D.A., Hicks, K.B. 2010. Bio-oil and biochar production from corn cobs and stover by fast pyrolysis. Biomass and Bioenergy. 34:67-74.
Materials with Adsorptive Properties from Agricultural By-Products - (Abstract Only)
Klasson, K.T., Lima, I.M., Boihem, L.L., Wartelle, L.H. 2009. Materials with Adsorptive Properties from Agricultural By-Products (abstract). US-Japan Natural Resources Food and Agriculture Panel, October 3-10, 2009, Tsukuba, Japan. jb
Metal Ion Adsorption by Activated Carbons Made from Pecan Shells: Effect of Oxygen Level During Activation - (Abstract Only)
Klasson, K.T., Wartelle, L.H., Rodgers Iii, J.E., Lima, I.M. 2009. Metal Ion Adsorption by Activated Carbons Made from Pecan Shells: Effect of Oxygen Level During Activation. (Abstract). 24th International Activated Carbon Conference in Pittsburgh, PA, October 6-7, 2009. jb
Agricultural By-Products Turned into Important Materials with Adsorptive Properties - (Abstract Only)
Klasson, K.T., Lima, I.M., Boihem, L.L., Wartelle, L.H. Agricultural By-Products Turned into Important Materials with Adsorptive Properties. (abstract). 5th International Symposium on Biocatalysis and Biotechnology, Nov. 18-30, 2009, Taichung, Taiwan.
Poultry Manure as Raw Material for Mercury Adsorbents in Gas Applications - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Klasson, K.T., Lima, I.M., Boihem, L.L. 2009. Poultry Manure as Raw Material for Mercury Adsorbents in Gas Applications. Journal of Applied Poultry Research. 18:562-569.
Development of designer biochar to remediate specific chemical and physical aspects of degraded soils - (Abstract Only)
Novak, J.M., Busscher, W.J., Schomberg, H.H., Lima, I.M., Loughrin, J.H., Watts, D.W., Gaskins, J., Das, K.C., Steiner, C., Ahmedna, M., Rehrah, D., Bae, S., Xing, B. 2009. Development of designer biochar to remediate specific chemical and physical aspects of degraded soils [abstract]. Proceedings of the 2009 North American Biochar Conference, August 9-12, 2009, Boulder, Colorado.
Activated Carbons from Flax Shive and Cotton Gin Waste as Environmental Adsorbents for the Chlorinated Hydrocarbon Trichloroethylene - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Klasson, K.T., Wartelle, L.H., Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E., Akin, D.E. Activated Carbons from Flax Shive and Cotton Gin Waste as Environmental Adsorbents for the Chlorinated Hydrocarbon Trichloroethylene. Bioresource Technology. 100(21):5045-5050.
Copper (II) Adsorption by Activated Carbons from Pecan Shells: Effect of Oxygen Level During Activation - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Klasson, K.T., Wartelle, L.H., Rodgers III, J.E., Lima, I.M. 2009. Copper (II) Adsorption by Activated Carbons from Pecan Shells: Effect of Oxygen Level During Activation. Industrial Crops and Products. 30(1):72-77.
Pyrolysis of Broiler Manure: Char and Product Gas Characterization - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Boateng, A.A., Klasson, K.T. 2009. Pyrolysis of Broiler Manure: Char and Product Gas Characterization. Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research. 48(3):1292-1297.
Activated Carbon Derived from Fast Pyrolysis Liquids Production of Agricultural Residues and Energy Crops - (Abstract Only)
Lima, I.M., Boateng, A.A., Klasson, K.T., Hicks, K.B. 2008. Activated Carbon Derived from Fast Pyrolysis Liquids Production of Agricultural Residues and Energy Crops (abstract). 2008 American Institute of Chemical Engineers Annual Meeting, November 16-21, 2008, Philadelphia, PA.
Agricultural Waste as Sources for Mercury Adsorbents in Gas Applications - (Abstract Only)
Klasson, K.T., Lima, I.M., Boihem, L.L. 2008. Agricultural waste as sources for mercury adsorbents in gas applications (abstract). 22nd International Activated Carbon Conference.
Activated Carbons from Agricultural Residuals - (Abstract Only)
Lima, I.M., Klasson, K.T. 2008. Activated Carbons from Agricultural Residuals (abstract). Agricultural and Industrial Waste Residuals Workshop.
ACTIVATED CARBON FROM BROILER LITTER: PROCESS DESCRIPTION AND COST OF PRODUCTION - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Mcaloon, A.J., Boateng, A.A. 2008. Activated carbon from broiler litter: process description and cost of production. Biomass and Bioenergy. 32(6):568-572.
Agricultural By-products as Mercury Adsorbents in Gas Applications - (Proceedings)
Klasson, K.T., Boihem, L.L., Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E. Agricultural by-products as mercury adsorbents in gas applications. In: Proceedings of the Sixteeth International Symposium on Mine Planning and Equipment Selection (MPES 2007) and the Tenth International Symposium on Environmental Issues and Waste Management in Energy and Mineral Production (SWEMP 2007). Singhal, R.K., Fytas, K., Ge, H. (eds.). The Reading Matrix, Irvine, CA. p. 398-403. CDROM.
Conversion of animal manure to chars and their use as adsorbents for select metal ions - (Abstract Only)
Lima, I.M., Klasson, K.T. 2008. Conversion of animal manure to chars and their use as adsorbents for select metal ions (abstract). Residuals and Biosolids 2008 Traditions, Trends and Technologies Conference, March 30-April 2, 2008, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Bio-based Adsorbents from Agricultural Byproducts - (Abstract Only)
Klasson, K.T., Wartelle, L.H., Lima, I.M. 2007. Bio-based Adsorbents from Agricultural Byproducts(abstract). 2nd Annual Pacific Rim Summit, November 14-16, 2007, Honolulu, Hawaii.
Efffacy of activated carbon from broiler litter in the removal of litter generated ammonia - (Proceedings)
Fitzmorris, K.B., Miles, D.M., Lima, I.M. 2007. Efffacy of activated carbon from broiler litter in the removal of litter generated ammonia. Proceedings International Symposium on Air Quality and Waste Management for Agriculture. 701P0907 CD-ROM.
Efficacy of Activated Carbon from Broiler Litter in the Removal of Litter Generated Ammonia - (Proceedings)
Fitzmorris, K.B., Miles, D.M., Lima, I.M. 2007. Efficacy of Activated Carbon from Broiler Litter in the Removal of Litter Generated Ammonia. In: Proceedings of the International Symposium on Air Quality and Waste Management for Agriculture. ASABE. 6 pages.
REMOVAL OF HEAVY METALS FROM SOLUTION BY A NOVEL SWINE MANURE-BASED ACTIVATED CARBON - (Proceedings)
Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E. 2007. Removal of heavy metals from solution by a novel swine manure-based activated carbon. In: Proceedings of Sardina 2007, Eleventh International Waste Management and Landfill Symposium, CISA, Environmental Sanitary Engineering Centre, Italy (Published on CD).
PRODUCTION OF GRANULAR ACTIVATED CARBONS FROM PIG MANURE FOR METAL IONS ADSORPTION - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E. 2007. Production of granular activated carbons from pig manure for metal ions adsorption. Journal of Residuals Science & Technology. 4(1):9-16
ANION AND CATION LEACHING OR DESORPTION FROM ACTIVATED CARBONS FROM MUNICIPAL SLUDGE AND POULTRY MANURE AS EFFECTED BY PH. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fitzmorris, K.B., Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E., Reimers, R.S. 2006. Anion and cation leaching or desorption from activated carbons from municipal sludge and poultry manure as effected by ph. Water Environment Research. 78(12):2324-2329.
ANION AND CATION REMOVAL FROM SOLUTION USING ACTIVATED CARBONS FROM MUNICIPAL SLUDGE AND POULTRY MANURE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fitzmorris, K.B., Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E., Reimers, R.S. 2006. Anion and cation removal from solution using activated carbons from municipal sludge and poultry manure. Journal of Residuals Science & Technology. 3(3):161-167.
POULTRY MANURE-BASED ACTIVATED CARBONS AS MERCURY ADSORBENTS - (Proceedings)
Klasson, K.T., Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E. 2005. Poultry manure-based activated carbons as mercury adsorbents. In: Proceedings of the United States-Japan Cooperative Program in Natural Resources, Food and Agriculture Panel, October 22-29, 2005, Susono Fuji, Japan. p. 219-222.
OPTIMIZATION ANALYSIS OF SUNFLOWER BUTTER - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Guraya, H.S. 2005. Optimization analysis of sunflower butter. Journal of Food Science. 70(6):S365-S370.
ADSORPTION OF SELECT ENVIRONMENTALLY IMPORTANT METALS BY POULTRY MANURE-BASED GRANULAR ACTIVATED CARBONS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M. and Marshall, W.E. 2005. Adsorption of select environmentally important metals by poultry manure-based granular activated carbons. Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology. 80(9):1054-1061.
UTILIZATION OF TURKEY MANURE AS GRANULAR ACTIVATED CARBON: PHYSICAL, CHEMICAL AND ADSORPTIVE PROPERTIES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E. 2005. Utilization of turkey manure as granular activated carbon: physical, chemical and adsorptive properties. Waste Management. 25(7):726-732.
GRANULAR ACTIVATED CARBONS FROM BROILER MANURE: PHYSICAL, CHEMICAL AND ADSORPTIVE PROPERTIES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E. 2005. Granular activated carbons from broiler manure: physical, chemical and adsorptive properties. Bioresource Technology. 96(6):699-706.
HARDWOOD-BASED GRANULAR ACTIVATED CARBON FOR METALS REMEDIATION - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E., Wartelle, L.H. 2004. Hardwood-based granular activated carbon for metals remediation. Journal of American Water Works Association. 96(7):95-102.
HARDWOOD-BASED GRANULAR ACTIVATED CARBON FOR METALS REMEDIATION - (Abstract Only)
Lima, I.M., Wartelle, L.H., Marshall, W.E. 2003. Hardwood-based granular activated carbon for metals remediation. American Chemical Society Abstracts.
Making Use of Manure for a Clean-Up Job - (Popular Publication)
Lima, I.M. 2003. Making Use of Manure for a Clean-Up Job. Water & Waste Water Asia. 9:26-28.
Converting Poultry Litter into Activated Carbon - (Popular Publication)
Lima, I.M. 2003. Converting Poultry Litter into Activated Carbon. World of Poultry. 19(6):28-29.
ANIMAL BIOSOLIDS AS GRANULAR ACTIVATED CARBONS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION - (Abstract Only)
Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E., Fitzmorris, K.B., Reimers, R.S. 2003. Animal biosolids as granular activated carbons for environmental remediation (abstract). Water Environment Federation.
Poultry Biosolids as Granular Activated Carbons for Environmental Remediation - (Proceedings)
Lima, I.M., Marshall, W.E., Fitzmorris, K.B., Reimers, R.S. 2003. Poultry Biosolids as Granular Activated Carbons for Metal Ion Adsorption. In: Proceedings of Water Environment Federation, WEF/AWWA/CWEA Joint Residuals and Biosolids Management Conference, February 21, 2003, Baltimore, Maryland. p. 1119-1133.
HARDWOOD-BASED GRANULAR ACTIVATED CARBON FOR METALS REMEDIATION - (Abstract Only)
Lima, I.M., Wartelle, L.H., Marshall, W.E. 2004. Hardwood-based granular activated carbon for metals remediation (abstract). American Chemical Society.
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF A FRIED CRUST - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
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