Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the field of organic chemistry in general. Particularly, the present invention relates to a process for conversion of biomass to simpler organic compound(s) such as carbohydrates. The process of the present disclosure provides for pre-treatment of biomass using acids organic acids and/or inorganic acids and further treatment using de-esterification agent, thereby rendering the biomass more amenable to enzymatic hydrolysis. The present disclosure also relates to application of the process in biofuel production by fermenting the organic products obtained by the process of the disclosure.

Abstract: The disclosure provides methods and systems for the production of biodiesel from biological feedstocks such as vegetable oils or animal fats. In particular, the disclosure is directed to the product of biodiesel from seeds such as non-edible oil seeds. Methods for maximizing oil recovery from the feedstocks are provided, as well as methods to convert free fatty acids in the feedstocks into glycerides amenable to transesterification. Thus the methods and systems provide for efficient biodiesel production.

Abstract: The disclosure provides methods and systems for the production of biodiesel from biological feedstocks such as vegetable oils or animal fats. In particular, the disclosure is directed to the product of biodiesel from seeds such as non-edible oil seeds. Methods for maximizing oil recovery from the feedstocks are provided, as well as methods to convert free fatty acids in the feedstocks into glycerides amenable to transesterification. Thus the methods and systems provide for efficient biodiesel production.