Xinyuan Dong , Hengzhou Sun , Yangyang Zhang , Wentian Song , Yuanyuan Li , Xuejun Yu
{"title":"Efficient extraction of polyphenols from bamboo shoot shells using deep eutectic solvents under optimized ultrasound-assisted conditions","authors":"Xinyuan Dong , Hengzhou Sun , Yangyang Zhang , Wentian Song , Yuanyuan Li , Xuejun Yu","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100239","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100239","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Bamboo polyphenols are important bioactive substances possessing health-beneficial functions such as antioxidant and anti-tumour effects. Bamboo shoot shells, as processing by-products, contain high level of polyphenols which have not been utilized. This study developed and optimized an efficient and sustainable extraction method using ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) coupled with deep eutectic solvents (DESs) for the first time to recover polyphenols from <em>Chimonobambusa purpurea</em> shoot shells (CNSS). Six DES systems were initially screened based on polyphenol yield, with choline chloride–glycerol showing the best performance. Key extraction variables, including DES water content, solid-to-liquid ratio, ultrasonic temperature and extraction time, were examined. Optimal extraction conditions (solid-to-liquid ratio 1:39 g/mL, 20% DES water content, 43 °C, and 45 min) yielded 9.24 ±0.22 mg/g of polyphenols, closely aligning with the model-predicted value (9.37 ± 0.32 mg/g). Compared to ethanol extraction (4.54 ± 0.22 mg/g), the DES method improved yield by 103%. Antioxidant activity was evaluated using DPPH and ABTS radical scavenging assays, yielding IC₅₀ values of 1.78 mg/mL and 1.54 mg/mL, respectively. These results demonstrate the potential of this green extraction strategy to recover bamboo polyphenols efficiently and to promote the high-value utilization of bamboo shoot shells in functional food and nutraceutical applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"15 ","pages":"Article 100239"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147849850","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Prince Sasu , Felicia Emmanuella Ellison , Benjamin Adjei-Mensah , Gloria Kumi , Richard Koblah Agbehadzi , Jacob Alhassan Hamidu
{"title":"Bamboo leaves as alternative feed resource for livestock and poultry: A systematic review","authors":"Prince Sasu , Felicia Emmanuella Ellison , Benjamin Adjei-Mensah , Gloria Kumi , Richard Koblah Agbehadzi , Jacob Alhassan Hamidu","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100244","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100244","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The availability of high-quality feed resources remains a major constraint in livestock and poultry production, limiting productivity across both intensive and smallholder systems. Bamboo (Poaceae) leaves have emerged as a promising alternative due to their year-round availability, compositional variability, and functional bioactive properties. This systematic review evaluates the nutritional composition, phytochemical profile, extraction of bioactive compounds, and the effects of bamboo leaf supplementation on feed intake, growth performance, and health in livestock and poultry, following PRISMA guidelines for studies published between 1990 and 2024. Bamboo leaves exhibit substantial variation in composition, with crude protein ranging from 2.2 to 24.7% and crude fibre from 7.0 to 46.0%. Fibre fractions include neutral detergent fibre (36.9–79.3%), acid detergent fibre (28.6–55.1%), and acid detergent lignin (0.05–15.2%), alongside ether extract (0.9–15.3%) and carbohydrate content (19.7–55.8%), indicating moderate energy contribution. They also provide essential minerals and vitamins, including vitamin E. In addition to their nutritive value, bamboo leaves are rich in bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, phenolic acids, eugenol, cedrol, and phytol, which contribute to their antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. The recovery of these compounds is influenced by extraction techniques, with Soxhlet extraction using methanol consistently yielding higher phytochemical concentrations. Feeding studies consistently demonstrate that bamboo leaf supplementation improves feed intake, growth performance, and feed efficiency in poultry systems, largely due to enhanced gut function, antioxidant capacity, and metabolic efficiency. In contrast, responses in ruminants are more variable, depending on species, fibre composition, and the presence of anti-nutritional factors, which influence digestibility and overall productivity. In dairy cattle, supplementation has been associated with improved milk yield and quality, particularly under heat stress conditions. However, variability in nutrient composition, anti-nutritional factors, and species-specific responses highlights the need for further research. Standardised analytical approaches and advanced tools such as genomics and metabolomics are required to optimise the utilisation of bamboo as a sustainable and functional feed resource for livestock and poultry.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"15 ","pages":"Article 100244"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148184269","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Effect of pyrolysis temperature on the properties of bamboo charcoal and its potential use in soil amendments","authors":"Doan Thi Thao , Dang Duc Viet , Masae Iwamoto Ishihara , Toshiki Tsubota","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100242","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100242","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The pyrolysis temperature dependence on the properties of Moso bamboo (<em>Phyllostachys edulis</em>) charcoal was investigated over temperatures ranging from 200 °C to 900 °C. With increasing the pyrolysis temperature, the yield, hydrogen and oxygen contents of the charcoals decreased. The XPS result showed that the O/C ratio decreased with increasing the pyrolysis temperature. The N<sub>2</sub> adsorption isotherms revealed a maximum value of BET specific surface area of 537 m<sup>2</sup> g<sup>−1</sup> at 800 °C of the pyrolysis temperature. The micropore volumes estimated from CO<sub>2</sub> adsorption isotherms at 298 K using the DA method were larger than those estimated from N<sub>2</sub> adsorption isotherms at 77 K using the <em>t</em>-plot method. The sample prepared at 400 °C had a very large difference (around 2000%). The potassium ion concentration of the bamboo charcoal slurry increased with increasing the pyrolysis temperature. The pH value of the slurry-dispersed bamboo charcoal increased with increasing pyrolysis temperature up to 9.5 at 400 °C and then remained at a similar value up to 900 °C. This study offers foundational insights into the application potential of bamboo charcoal by examining its properties across a wide range of pyrolysis temperatures.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"15 ","pages":"Article 100242"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147849851","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Bamboo resources in a changing climate—Synergizing ecology, economy, and sustainability","authors":"Renyi Gui","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100236","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100236","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"15 ","pages":"Article 100236"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148230693","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ranjit Gurav , Eunice O. Babatunde , Tarunender Pratap Sambyal , Sujata Mandal , Anil H. Gore , Shashi Kant Bhatia
{"title":"Bamboo biomass-derived biochar for advanced water treatment: A comprehensive review of synthesis routes and perspectives on the removal of emerging contaminants","authors":"Ranjit Gurav , Eunice O. Babatunde , Tarunender Pratap Sambyal , Sujata Mandal , Anil H. Gore , Shashi Kant Bhatia","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100245","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100245","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Bamboo biomass-derived biochar has emerged as the most promising carbonaceous material in environmental remediation. This review summarizes recent advances in bamboo biochar synthesis and modification for the selective removal of emerging contaminants (ECs). Bamboo biochar, with a highly porous structure, large surface area, diverse functional groups, and tunable properties, makes it an excellent adsorbent for the removal of pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs), endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under different operating conditions. We elucidate the dominant adsorption mechanisms, H-bonding, electrostatic attraction, and π- π interaction between biochar and ECs. However, critical factors affecting the performance of bamboo biochar are biomass particle size, pyrolysis temperature, heating rate, and activating agents. Furthermore, the regeneration performance of bamboo biochar retains 90% of the adsorption capacity for five consecutive cycles using either thermal or solvent regeneration systems. Therefore, bamboo biochar represents a versatile and sustainable material with tunable properties enabling efficient removal of the ECs. The constraints associated with the real-world application of bamboo biochar, including its performance in complex water matrices, were reviewed, and further directions for the implementation of bamboo biochar in water treatment are recommended.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"15 ","pages":"Article 100245"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147956934","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Wonder Salami Davor , Lucas Nana Wiredu Damoah , Benjamin Agyei-Tuffour
{"title":"Bamboo as a sustainable alternative construction material: A review","authors":"Wonder Salami Davor , Lucas Nana Wiredu Damoah , Benjamin Agyei-Tuffour","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100243","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100243","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants in the world, naturally abundant, and recognized as a highly sustainable and renewable material resource<strong>.</strong> Although the existing literature highlights its potential in the construction industry, bamboo's use remains largely confined to temporary applications such as scaffolding, props and ladders, as well as decorative elements. The recent rise in the cost of conventional building materials has intensified the need to explore alternative, sustainable and cost-effective options. We present a synthesis of current research, practical applications and future prospects of bamboo as a viable and sustainable alternative to conventional construction materials, given the rising global demand for eco-friendly building practices and the need to reduce the environmental footprint of the construction sector. We evaluate bamboo’s mechanical properties, environmental benefits and its role in achieving sustainability goals. We find strong evidence supporting bamboo not only as a substitute for traditional wooden elements but also, when appropriately treated, as a potential alternative to mild steel reinforcement in concrete. Based on these insights, we provide specific recommendations to promote the use of bamboo in sustainable, resilient and environmentally friendly construction practices.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"15 ","pages":"Article 100243"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147849784","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Indira Inzunza-Aragón , Edmundo Amaya-Gallardo , Héctor Daniel Llaven-José , Alberto Muciño-Vélez , César Armando Guillén-Guillén
{"title":"Estimation of stress–strain curves and elastic modulus of a native Mexican bamboo (Otatea fimbriata Soderstr.)","authors":"Indira Inzunza-Aragón , Edmundo Amaya-Gallardo , Héctor Daniel Llaven-José , Alberto Muciño-Vélez , César Armando Guillén-Guillén","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100222","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100222","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Among the wide range of natural alternatives to conventional construction materials such as concrete and structural steel, bamboo, a grass species with notable stiffness and strength characteristics, has emerged as a viable option as a structural component in sustainable construction. However, the available information on the physical and mechanical characteristics of the bamboo species growing in Mexico remains limited. Our research characterized the mechanical properties of a native Mexican bamboo species (<em>Otatea fimbriata</em>) as a function of its strength, both for normal and bending stress and relating them to their corresponding strain. Data obtained from experimental testing were processed and analysed in accordance with the provisions of ISO 22157:2019 for bamboo structures. The normal strength (in compression) parallel to the fibre and the bending strength parallel to the fibre, as well as the values of the modulus of elasticity and flexural modulus, all of which are essential parameters for the structural design of bamboo-based constructions, were determined. Due to technological and financial constraints, an equation was developed to determine the bending strength of small diameter bamboo culms with low external diameter/thickness ratios, based on data obtained from three-point bending tests. Based on the results, <em>Otatea fimbriata</em> exhibits brittle behaviour in the direction parallel to the fibre and ductile behaviour in the perpendicular direction. This study contributes to the understanding of the mechanical properties of a native Mexican bamboo species from the perspective of sustainable structural design.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"14 ","pages":"Article 100222"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145976710","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Optimization of dyeing conditions for bamboo-cotton blended fabrics: A study on temperature sensitivity, chemical and mechanical properties, and environmental performance","authors":"Faridul Islam Ovi, Redwan N. Sajjad","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2025.100218","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2025.100218","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Bamboo fibre is a regenerated cellulose renowned for its eco-friendly profile and comfort, but its dyeing processes often involve environmentally harsh conditions. We present a systematic optimization of reactive dyeing for 100 % bamboo, 100 % cotton and a 70/30 cotton-bamboo blended fabric, focusing on the critical role of temperature. Fabrics were dyed with CI Reactive Black 5 at 50 °C, 60 °C and 70 °C, and evaluated for colour performance, mechanical properties and environmental impact. The key finding was that a dyeing temperature of 60°C delivered the optimal balance for all fabrics, maximizing colour yield (K/S) and dye fixation while minimizing fibre damage and environmental effluent load. The 70/30 cotton-bamboo blend emerged as a superior sustainable alternative, outperforming pure cotton with an 8–10 % higher colour yield, 25–35 % greater water absorbency and significantly reduced shrinkage. Furthermore, the blend demonstrated a substantial environmental advantage, reducing wastewater Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) by 20–25 % and Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) by 10–15 % compared to pure cotton. Mechanically, the blend successfully combined the high dye affinity of bamboo with the structural stability of cotton, resulting in enhanced bursting strength and pilling resistance. Our research establishes an eco-friendly dyeing protocol for bamboo-cotton blends, confirming their potential as high-performance textiles that align with sustainable manufacturing goals.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"14 ","pages":"Article 100218"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145737492","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Strategies for sustainable business development through bamboo utilization: A case study in Mandalagiri Village, Tasikmalaya Regency, Indonesia","authors":"Suhartono , Ary Widiyanto , Marcellinus Mandira Budi Utomo , Levina Augusta Geraldine Pieter","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2025.100212","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2025.100212","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The bamboo craft business in Tasikmalaya Regency, Indonesia, has emerged as a key driver of the local economy. However, this sector faces significant challenges, including shifting market trends and the need to enhance product competitiveness. We analyzed the position of the bamboo craft business and formulated strategies that are more profitable and sustainable. The methodology employed included interviews with 31 key actors in the bamboo craft industry, analysis using the Business Model Canvas (BMC), SWOT analysis, and the Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix (QSPM). The bamboo craft business is currently categorized as ‘hold and maintain’ with the primary recommended strategies being market penetration and product development. Eight alternative strategies were identified, of which three should be prioritized: improving product quality and durability, product diversification, and increasing sustainable production. The implementation of these strategies is expected to enhance productivity and sustainability in the bamboo craft business. We recommend that bamboo craftsmen in Tasikmalaya implement strategies for improving quality, diversification and sustainable production through collaboration. Effectiveness should be measured empirically through customer satisfaction surveys and sales analysis.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"14 ","pages":"Article 100212"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146023057","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}