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Ítem Deep eutectic solvents for improved biomass pretreatment: Current status and future prospective towards sustainable processes(Elsevier Ltd, 2022-11-26) Contreras-Gámez, María del Mar; Galán-Martín, Ángel; Seixas, Nalin; da Costa Lopes, André M.; Silvestre, Armando; Castro, EulogioPretreatment processes — recognized as critical steps for efficient biomass refining — have received much attention over the last two decades. In this context, deep eutectic solvents (DES) have emerged as a novel alternative to conventional solvents representing a step forward in achieving more sustainable processes with both environmental and economic benefits. This paper presents an updated review of the state-of-the-art of DES-based applications in biorefinery schemes. Besides describing the fundamentals of DES composition, synthesis, and recycling, this study presents a comprehensive review of existing techno-economic and life cycle assessment studies. Challenges, barriers, and perspectives for the scale-up of DES-based processes are also discussed.