重庆大学王丹教授：聚酰胺材料单体的生物制造与绿色低碳材料应用

Core Insights - Synthetic polyamides are crucial industrial materials with applications in automotive, oil pipelines, electronics, sports equipment, and medical industries, with a global market size exceeding 100 billion RMB [1] - China is the largest consumer market for polyamide materials, with an annual demand reaching several million tons [1] - Polyamide 6 (PA6) and Polyamide 66 (PA66) account for over 90% of the total production [1] - The synthesis of polyamides begins with specific monomers, including lactams, dicarboxylic acids, and diamines, which contribute to the diversity of polyamide types and properties [1] - There is a growing interest in bio-based polyamides, such as PA1010, PA11, PA610, and PA410, driven by advancements in biotechnology [1] - Challenges in chemical production of core monomers include harsh conditions and low reaction efficiency, leading to a focus on developing dicarboxylic acids and diamines through synthetic biology [1] Research and Development - Professor Wang Dan's team at Chongqing University is dedicated to the biosynthesis of key polyamide monomers, including pentamethylenediamine, δ-valerolactam, and 5-aminovaleric acid [2] - The team collaborates with various companies, including Yantai Wanhua Chemical, Guangdong Kingfa Technology, Chongqing Wankai New Materials, and PetroChina [2] Industry Events - Professor Wang Dan will present at the SynBioCon 2025 conference from August 20-22 in Ningbo, Zhejiang, focusing on "Biomanufacturing of Polyamide Material Monomers and Applications of Green Low-Carbon Materials" [3] - The conference will showcase multiple technological achievements, including bio-based chemicals and materials, and L-piperidine carboxylic acid [3] - The SynBioCon 2025 will explore key directions in green chemistry and biomanufacturing, aiming to replace petroleum-based raw materials with sustainable alternatives [9]