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Applications of Biopolymers in Science, Biotechnology, and Engineering
Arunima Reghunadhan (Edited by), Reghunadhan (Author), Akhina H. (Edited by), Sabu Thomas (Edited by)
9781119783442, Wiley
Hardback, published 10 January 2024
432 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 2.6 cm, 0.844 kg
APPLICATIONS OF BIOPOLYMERS IN SCIENCE, BIOTECHNOLOGY, AND ENGINEERING Single volume resource covering the many different applications of biopolymers, along with foundational knowledge like biodegradability and recent advancements Along with providing in-depth discussions on the fundamentals of biopolymers, such as synthesis, fabrication technologies, and properties, Applications of Biopolymers in Science, Biotechnology, and Engineering covers the applications of biopolymers in various fields such as biotechnology, construction and civil engineering, tissue engineering, dairy technology, packaging, electronics, food, medicine, tissue engineering, and biotechnology. Overall, the text conveys a broad overview of the field, enabling readers to grasp both the fundamentals and applications of the subject. Edited by three highly qualified academics with significant experience in the field, Applications of Biopolymers in Science, Biotechnology, and Engineering covers sample topics such as: Covering both foundational knowledge and a myriad of applications, Applications of Biopolymers in Science, Biotechnology, and Engineering is an essential resource on the subject for practitioners, researchers, and scientists in polymer science and engineering, materials science, surface science, bioengineering, chemical engineering, and any industry/field interested in biopolymers and/or nanocomposites.
List of Contributors vii Preface xiii 1 Introduction to Biopolymers, Their Blend, IPNs, Gel, Composites, and Nanocomposites 1 2 Synthetic Biopolymers: Properties, Fabrication, and Applications 31 3 Role of Biopolymers and Their Composites in Sustainable Agriculture: Recent Developments and Future Perspectives 57 4 Biopolymer in Bioengineering and Medical Technology 89 5 Biopolymers and Composites in Tissue Engineering 101 6 Biopolymers, Composites, Nanocomposites, and Gels in Biotechnology 139 7 Biopolymers, Blends, Composites, Gels, and Thin Films in Drug Delivery and Drug Design 167 8 Biopolymers and Their Composites for Biotechnological Applications 189 9 Biobased Polymers, Their Composites and Blends in Electronics 219 10 Polymers and Biopolymers in Sensing 243 11 Applications of Biopolymers in Construction and Civil Engineering 265 12 Biopolymers and Functional Biopolymers in Food Technology 291 13 Biopolymers in Food Packaging 309 14 Nanofiber Composites for Packaging Applications 331 15 Polymers, Their Composites, Blends, and Nanocomposites for the Fabrication of Prosthetics 361 Index 391
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Subject Areas: Chemistry [PN]
