Description
Functionalized Biopolymers: Design, Developments, and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the current state-of-the-art, recent advances, and emerging challenges in the field of functionalized biopolymers. The book covers various fundamental aspects, such as extraction and processing methods, properties, classification, and characterizations of biopolymers. In addition, it discusses their applications across diverse industries, including biomedical, cosmetics, agriculture, electronics, and environmental science. Users will find an in-depth analysis of the morphological, thermal, electrical, mechanical, and viscoelastic properties of functionalized biopolymers.This book will serve as a valuable resource for researchers and professionals seeking practical guidance on the development of high-performance functionalized biopolymers tailored to diverse applications.- Covers the fundamental science behind functionalized biopolymers, the latest advancements, and future research directions- Explores a diverse range of applications, spanning industries such as biomedical, cosmetic, textile, agriculture, sensing, and various other fields- Addresses other key considerations, such as the application of a lifecycle analysis approach to biopolymers, recycling strategies, and the distinct advantages of biopolymers compared to synthetic polymers
Table of Contents
Section 1: Classifications, Production Techniques and Surface Modifications1. Biopolymers: Classifications, Production and Processing Techniques, Recent Developments and Future Perspectives2. Natural vs. Synthetic Polymers: Advances, Limitations and Opportunities3. Biocompatibility, Biodegradability, Toxicity, Life Cycle Analysis, Social Economic Aspects, Environmental and Health Impact of Biopolymers4. Physical and Chemical Modifications of BiopolymersSection II: Properties and Characterizations5. Spectroscopic and Microscopic Characterizations of Functionalized Biopolymers6. Thermal, Mechanical and Electrical Properties of Functionalized Biopolymers7. 3D Printing of Functionalized Biopolymers: Design, Processes and Applications8. Functionalized Biopolymers Based Hydrogels: Synthesis, Characterizations and Applications9. Functional Biopolymer Composites: Fabrications and CharacterizationsSection III: Applications in Biomedical Fields10. Functionalized Biopolymer Composites for Biomedical and Healthcare Applications11. Functionalized Biopolymers for Drug Delivery Applications12. Functionalized Biopolymers for Tissue Engineering Applications13. Functionalized Biopolymers in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical ApplicationsSection IV: Applications in Agriculture, Food, Cosmetic and Textile Industry14. Functionalized Biopolymers in Agriculture15. Applications of Functionalized Biopolymers in Food Industry and Packaging16. Functionalized Biopolymers in Cosmetic Industry17. Functionalized Biopolymers in Textile IndustrySection V: Sensing, Electronics and Coating Applications18. Functionalized Biopolymers for Sensing and Biosensing19. Functionalized Biopolymers for Electronic and Bioelectronic Devices20. Functionalized Biopolymers Based Coatings and Adhesives Section V: Environmental Applications21. Functionalized Biopolymers for Adsorptive Removal of Dyes and Toxic Environmental Pollutants22. Biopolymers in Water Treatment23. Biopolymers in Renewable Energy
