Biopolymers from Microorganisms for a Green Future
Microbial Biopolymers
- 1st Edition - August 15, 2025
- Author: Pratima Bajpai
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 3 5 2 4 - 2
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 3 5 2 5 - 9
Biopolymers from Microorganisms for a Green Future: Microbial Biopolymers offers comprehensive insights into microbial biopolymer composites, evaluating strengths and weakne… Read more
Biopolymers from Microorganisms for a Green Future: Microbial Biopolymers offers comprehensive insights into microbial biopolymer composites, evaluating strengths and weaknesses, and exploring the thermal and functional properties of natural material-reinforced biopolymers. It emphasizes process engineering en route to commercialization. Starting with an introduction and general background, it classifies biopolymers and covers microbial and composite biopolymers, from production to applications. The book then addresses future research needs and directions, making it relevant for researchers, students, professionals, analysts, and consultants in various fields.
The book delves into the latest advancements in microbial biopolymer production, commercialization strategies, and potential applications across various industries. It provides detailed analysis of biopolymer types, production processes, and practical applications. Special emphasis is placed on the future of biocomposites, eco-friendly innovations, and sustainable industrial practices. This resource is indispensable for those seeking to understand and contribute to the field of biotechnology and environmental engineering.
The book delves into the latest advancements in microbial biopolymer production, commercialization strategies, and potential applications across various industries. It provides detailed analysis of biopolymer types, production processes, and practical applications. Special emphasis is placed on the future of biocomposites, eco-friendly innovations, and sustainable industrial practices. This resource is indispensable for those seeking to understand and contribute to the field of biotechnology and environmental engineering.
- Focuses on microbial biopolymers as an initiative step towards green plastic
- Outlines appropriate technologies for the production of microbial biopolymers
- Reports new research findings on production of microbial biopolymers
- Discusses applications in diverse sectors including agriculture, food, and medicine
Researchers and advanced students in biotechnology, biochemistry, microbiology, industrial technology, chemistry, applied chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemical engineering, environmental engineering, and process engineering; Marketing experts, Professionals, Analysts, and Consultants in biotechnology
1. Introduction and General background
1.1 Introduction
1.2 General background on biopolymers
1.3 History of biopolymers
2. Classification of Biopolymers
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Classification
2.2.1 Natural biopolymers
2.2.2 Synthetic biopolymers
2. 2.3 Properties of biopolymers
3. Types of Microbial Biopolymers
3.1 Polyhydroxyalkanoates
3.1.1 Introduction
3.1.2 Production
3.1.3 Application
3.2 Poly-glutamic acid
3.2.1 Introduction
3.2.2 Production
3.2.3 Application
3.3 Microbial exopolysaccharides
3.3.1 Introduction
3.3.2 Production
3.3.3 Application
3.4 Bacterial cellulose
3.4.1 Introduction
3.4.2 Production
3.4.3 Application
3.5 Xanthan
3.5.1 Introduction
3.5.2 Production
3.5.3 Application
3.6 Dextran
3.6.1 Introduction
3.6.2 Production
3.6.3 Application
3.7 Pullulan
3.7.1 Introduction
3.7.2 Production
3.7.3 Application
3.8 Cyanophycin
3.8.1 Introduction
3.8.2 Production
3.8.3 Application
3.9 Levan
3.9.1 Introduction
3.9.2 Production
3.9.3 Application
3.10 Alginates
3.10.1 Introduction
3.10.2 Production
3.10.3 Application
3.11 Levan
3.11.1 Introduction
3.11.2 Production
3.11.3 Application
3.12 Agarose
3.12.1 Introduction
3.12.2 Production
3.12.3 Application
3.13 Glucans
3.13.1 Introduction
3.13.2 Production
3.13.3 Application
3.14 Gellans
3.14.1 Introduction
3.14.2 Production
3.14.3 Application
3.15 Hyaluronic acid
3.15.1 Introduction
3.15.2 Production
3.15.3 Application
3.16 Polyphosphate
3.16.1 Introduction
3.16.2 Production
3.16.3 Application 3.17 Chitin
3.17.1 Introduction
3.17.2 Production
3.17.3 Application
3.18 Chitosan
3.18.1 Introduction
3.18.2 Production 3.18.3 Application
3.19 Scleroglucan
3.19.1 Introduction
3.19.2 Production
3.19.3 Application
3.20 Polylactic acid
3.20.1 Introduction
3.20.2 Production
3.20.3 Application
4. Biopolymer composites
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Biocomposites derived from Polylactic acid
4.3 Biocomposites derived from Polyhydroxyalkanoate
4.4 Biocomposites derived from Polyglutamic acid
4.5 Biocomposites derived from Alginate
4.6 Biocomposites derived from Chitins
4.7 Biocomposites derived from Chitosan
4.8 Nanocellulose-reinforced biocomposites
5. Environmental effects of microorganism derived biopolymers compared to the synthetic polymers
6. Research Needs: Setting Priorities for Future Directions
6.1 Research needs
6.2 Directions for further research
1.1 Introduction
1.2 General background on biopolymers
1.3 History of biopolymers
2. Classification of Biopolymers
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Classification
2.2.1 Natural biopolymers
2.2.2 Synthetic biopolymers
2. 2.3 Properties of biopolymers
3. Types of Microbial Biopolymers
3.1 Polyhydroxyalkanoates
3.1.1 Introduction
3.1.2 Production
3.1.3 Application
3.2 Poly-glutamic acid
3.2.1 Introduction
3.2.2 Production
3.2.3 Application
3.3 Microbial exopolysaccharides
3.3.1 Introduction
3.3.2 Production
3.3.3 Application
3.4 Bacterial cellulose
3.4.1 Introduction
3.4.2 Production
3.4.3 Application
3.5 Xanthan
3.5.1 Introduction
3.5.2 Production
3.5.3 Application
3.6 Dextran
3.6.1 Introduction
3.6.2 Production
3.6.3 Application
3.7 Pullulan
3.7.1 Introduction
3.7.2 Production
3.7.3 Application
3.8 Cyanophycin
3.8.1 Introduction
3.8.2 Production
3.8.3 Application
3.9 Levan
3.9.1 Introduction
3.9.2 Production
3.9.3 Application
3.10 Alginates
3.10.1 Introduction
3.10.2 Production
3.10.3 Application
3.11 Levan
3.11.1 Introduction
3.11.2 Production
3.11.3 Application
3.12 Agarose
3.12.1 Introduction
3.12.2 Production
3.12.3 Application
3.13 Glucans
3.13.1 Introduction
3.13.2 Production
3.13.3 Application
3.14 Gellans
3.14.1 Introduction
3.14.2 Production
3.14.3 Application
3.15 Hyaluronic acid
3.15.1 Introduction
3.15.2 Production
3.15.3 Application
3.16 Polyphosphate
3.16.1 Introduction
3.16.2 Production
3.16.3 Application 3.17 Chitin
3.17.1 Introduction
3.17.2 Production
3.17.3 Application
3.18 Chitosan
3.18.1 Introduction
3.18.2 Production 3.18.3 Application
3.19 Scleroglucan
3.19.1 Introduction
3.19.2 Production
3.19.3 Application
3.20 Polylactic acid
3.20.1 Introduction
3.20.2 Production
3.20.3 Application
4. Biopolymer composites
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Biocomposites derived from Polylactic acid
4.3 Biocomposites derived from Polyhydroxyalkanoate
4.4 Biocomposites derived from Polyglutamic acid
4.5 Biocomposites derived from Alginate
4.6 Biocomposites derived from Chitins
4.7 Biocomposites derived from Chitosan
4.8 Nanocellulose-reinforced biocomposites
5. Environmental effects of microorganism derived biopolymers compared to the synthetic polymers
6. Research Needs: Setting Priorities for Future Directions
6.1 Research needs
6.2 Directions for further research
- Edition: 1
- Published: August 15, 2025
- Language: English
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Pratima Bajpai
Dr. Pratima Bajpai is a Pulp and Paper Consultant with a 40-year research career spanning institutions like the National Sugar Institute, University of Saskatchewan, and Thapar Research Centre. She has held visiting positions at the University of Waterloo and Kyushu University. Recognized among the World's Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University for five consecutive years, her expertise includes industrial biotechnology, environmental biotechnology, and pulp and paper. She has authored several advanced technical books and contributed to numerous publications, making significant contributions to her field. Dr. Bajpai is a leading expert in industrial biotechnology and environmental aspects of pulp and paper industries.
Affiliations and expertise
Consultant-Pulp and Paper, Kanpur, India