Algae Based Polymers, Blends, and Composites
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Algae Based Polymers, Blends, and Composites

Chemistry, Biotechnology and Materials Science

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Algae Based Polymers, Blends, and Composites

Chemistry, Biotechnology and Materials Science

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Algae Based Polymers, Blends, and Composites: Chemistry, Biotechnology and Material Sciences offers considerable detail on the origin of algae, extraction of useful metabolites and major compounds from algal bio-mass, and the production and future prospects of sustainable polymers derived from algae, blends of algae, and algae based composites. Characterization methods and processing techniques for algae-based polymers and composites are discussed in detail, enabling researchers to apply the latest techniques to their own work.The conversion of bio-mass into high value chemicals, energy, and materials has ample financial and ecological importance, particularly in the era of declining petroleum reserves and global warming. Algae are an important source of biomass since they flourish rapidly and can be cultivated almost everywhere. At present the majority of naturally produced algal biomass is an unused resource and normally is left to decompose. Similarly, the use of this enormous underexploited biomass is mainly limited to food consumption and as bio-fertilizer. However, there is an opportunity here for materials scientists to explore its potential as a feedstock for the production of sustainable materials.- Provides detailed information on the extraction of useful compounds from algal biomass- Highlights the development of a range of polymers, blends, and composites- Includes coverage of characterization and processing techniques, enabling research scientists and engineers to apply the information to their own research and development- Discusses potential applications and future prospects of algae-based biopolymers, giving the latest insight into the future of these sustainable materials

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Yes, you can access Algae Based Polymers, Blends, and Composites by Khalid Mahmood Zia,Mohammad Zuber,Muhammad Ali in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Biological Sciences & Biochemistry. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Information

Publisher
Elsevier
Year
2017
Print ISBN
9780128123607
eBook ISBN
9780128123614
Topic
Biological Sciences
Subtopic
Biochemistry
Index
Biological Sciences

Table of contents

  1. Cover image
  2. Title page
  3. Table of Contents
  4. Copyright
  5. Dedication
  6. List of Contributors
  7. About the Editors
  8. Foreword
  9. Preface
  10. Chapter 1. Algal-Based Biopolymers
  11. Chapter 2. Synthetic Materials and the Problems They Pose
  12. Chapter 3. Microalgae: A Promising Feedstock for Energy and High-Value Products
  13. Chapter 4. Origin of Algae and Their Plastids
  14. Chapter 5. Algal Polysaccharides, Novel Application, and Outlook
  15. Chapter 6. Algae-Based Biologically Active Compounds
  16. Chapter 7. Production and Processing of Algal Biomass
  17. Chapter 8. Algae Biotechnology: A Green Light for Engineered Algae
  18. Chapter 9. A Biorefinery Processing Perspective for the Production of Polymers
  19. Chapter 10. Blends of Algae With Natural Polymers
  20. Chapter 11. Algae-Based Polyurethane Blends and Composites
  21. Chapter 12. Algae-Derived Polyester Blends and Composites
  22. Chapter 13. Algae-Based Polyolefins
  23. Chapter 14. Chlorella-Based Composites
  24. Chapter 15. Alginate Blends of Poly(vinyl alcohol) and Poly(N-vinyl-2-pyrrolidone) for Higher Physicomechanical Properties: Rationale of Making Heteropolymers
  25. Chapter 16. Alginate-Poly(Ethylene) Glycol and Poly(Ethylene) Oxide Blend Materials
  26. Chapter 17. Alginate-Based Hybrid Nanocomposite Materials
  27. Chapter 18. Characterization Techniques for Algae-Based Materials
  28. Chapter 19. Processing Techniques of Algae-Based Materials
  29. Chapter 20. Future Prospects of Algae-Based Materials
  30. Index