Microbial Biopolymers Trends in Synthesis, Modification, and Applications

• Other Authors: Kant Bhatia, Shashi (Editor)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: Basel MDPI - Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute 2023
• Subjects: Technology: general issues; Biotechnology; P(3HB-co-4HB); 4HB contents; mixtures; thermal properties; rheological properties; mechanical properties; polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA); sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS); PHA isolation; extremophiles; halophiles; thermophiles; Halomonas halophila; Schlegelella thermodepolymerans; poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-4-hydroxybutyrate); supercritical carbon dioxide; P(3HB-co-4HB) foams; expansion ratio; chain extender; P. frutescens; M. oleifera; mixed seed oil; microemulsion; emulgel; polyhydroxyalkanoate; mcl-PHA; Pseudomonas resinovorans; mixed alkane; polyhydroxyalkanoates; poly(3-hydroxybutrate); enzymatic hydrolysis; lignocellulosic waste; cardboard waste; waste management; Bacillus sp.; polyhydroxybutyrate; plasticizer; biodegradation; Microbulbifer sp. SOL66; polyhydroxybutyrate 1; Halomonas sp. YK44 2; galactose 3; bio-hydrogen; poly(hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyvalerate); tissue engineering; 3D porous scaffolds; human gingival fibroblasts; periodontal ligament stem cells; n/a; levansucrase; thermostability; levan; product specificity; application; exopolysaccharide; Bacillus; emulsifying; antioxidant; biopolymers; exopolysaccharides; EPS composites; healthcare; food; EPS monosaccharidic composition; water deprivation; soil restoration; dehydration; biocrusts; biofilms
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Summary

"Microbial Biopolymers: Trends in Synthesis, Modification and Applications" is a comprehensive reprint that explores the latest research and innovations in the field of biopolymers. The reprint covers the production and functionalization of two key types of microbial biopolymers: polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) and exopolysaccharides (EPSs). With contributions from leading experts in the field, the reprint provides a thorough overview of the production processes, chemical and physical properties, and applications of these biopolymers. The reprint is an essential resource for researchers, engineers, and industry professionals interested in developing sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives to conventional plastics and materials.

Physical Description

1 electronic resource (234 p.)

ISBN

books978-3-0365-7452-3
9783036574530
9783036574523

Access

Open Access