Biopolymers: Synthesis, Properties, and Emerging Applications

ISBN-13: 9780323909396 / Angielski / Miękka / 2023

Valentina Sessini; Srabanti Ghosh; Marta E. G. Mosquera

Spis treści

1 Introduction to biopolymer synthesis, properties, and emerging applications 2 Enzyme-catalyzed synthesis of polyesters,polyamides, and poly(ester-co-amide)s: a promising approach toward a greener synthetic pathway 3 Iongels prepared from biopolymers and their applications 4 Natural fibers: an important source in material design 5 Design of bioplastics with piezoelectric properties 6 The incorporation of new functionalities to biocomposites for biomedical applications 7 Processing of biopolymer loaded with porous inorganic fillers encapsulating active substance for active food packaging applications 8 Bio-based templates at the service of nanotechnology: a promising approach for a sustainable future 9 Biopolymers for the development of living materials for biomedical applications 10 Bio-based polymers synthesized from furan derivatives 11 Catalytic synthesis of biosourced polyesters from epoxides and cyclic anhydrides 12 Catalytic synthesis of polycarbonates using carbon dioxide 13 Automotive applications of biodegradable polymers