Wastewater treatment enhancement by applying a lipopeptide biosurfactant to a lignocellulosic biocomposite

- Biosurfactant boosts hydrogel capacity in removing pollutants from vinasses.
- Adsorption kinetics of biosurfactant-modified biocomposites follow pseudo-second order.
- Both intraparticle and liquid film diffusions control the bioadsorption.
- Biosurfactant-modified biopolymer increased roughness, sharpness and roundness.