Study on the dissolution and recovery mechanism of bacterial cellulose by green ionic liquid designed based on COSMO-RS

Key Points

• Bacterial cellulose recovery occurs efficiently with a newly designed green ionic liquid, indicating its potential environmental benefits.
• This process highlights a specific dissolution mechanism identified through COSMO-RS simulations, adding insight into molecular interactions.
• Observational analysis demonstrated the effectiveness of the green ionic liquid, achieving notable recovery rates in controlled experiments.
• These findings may enable sustainable methods for utilizing bacterial cellulose, reducing reliance on harmful solvents.