The biotechnology revolution in textile dyeing

Mariana B N Alves; Alexandre M S Jorge; Jorge F B Pereira

doi:10.1016/j.tibtech.2024.02.010

The biotechnology revolution in textile dyeing

Trends Biotechnol. 2024 Oct;42(10):1211-1214. doi: 10.1016/j.tibtech.2024.02.010. Epub 2024 Mar 6.

Authors

Mariana B N Alves¹, Alexandre M S Jorge¹, Jorge F B Pereira²

Affiliations

¹ University of Coimbra, CERES, FCTUC, Department of Chemical Engineering, Rua Sílvio Lima, Pólo II - Pinhal de Marrocos, 3030-790 Coimbra, Portugal.
² University of Coimbra, CERES, FCTUC, Department of Chemical Engineering, Rua Sílvio Lima, Pólo II - Pinhal de Marrocos, 3030-790 Coimbra, Portugal. Electronic address: jfbpereira@eq.uc.pt.

PMID: 38453559
DOI: 10.1016/j.tibtech.2024.02.010

Abstract

Biotechnology holds the potential to revolutionize textile dyeing by utilizing biopigments, biodegradable dyes, and fermentative dyeing methods as alternatives to synthetic options. While some challenges exist, these biotechnological approaches offer innovative solutions to minimize environmental impact and foster sustainable practices, leading toward a greener, circular and efficient textile bioindustry.

Keywords: biodyeing; bioproducts; biotechnology; sustainability; textiles.

Publication types

Review
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

Biodegradation, Environmental
Biotechnology* / trends
Coloring Agents* / chemistry
Textile Industry*
Textiles*

Substances

Coloring Agents