Microbes and Plastic – A Sustainable Duo for the Future

Wolter, Birger; Hintzen, Henric M.T.; Welsing, Gina; Tiso, Till; Blank, Lars M.

doi:10.1002/9781119762621.ch24

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“…It failed because of conflicting biodegradable standards and specifications. The most recent developments are bio-based polymers produced from bacterial fermentation, which are focusing on the creation of monomers made of cellulose, fatty acids, and starch from renewable resources [33].…”

Section: Degradation Vs Biodegradationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Emerging Bio-Based Polymers from Lab to Market: Current Strategies, Market Dynamics and Research Trends

Joseph

Unni

Joshy

et al. 2023

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Due to the rising worldwide demand for green chemicals, the bio-based polymer market is anticipated to expand substantially in the future. The synthesis of functional polymers has been a burgeoning area of research for decades. The primary driving force behind the development of bio-based polymers has been their compostability and biodegradability, which are critical given the public concern about waste. Significant advancements in the method for refining biomass raw materials towards the creation of bio-based construction materials and products are driving this rise. Bio-based polymers with this chemical structure are more flexible and adaptive, which allows them to attain their intended characteristics and functionalities. In commercial applications and healthcare and biotechnology, where completely manufactured, naturally occurring biomolecules are utilized and such polymers have the greatest impact. At the same time, limitations in polymer architectural control, biostability, and structural dynamics hinder the creation of biocompatible and functionally varied polymers. From this standpoint, the importance of functional biosynthetic polymers in the future years is highlighted, as well as new methods for addressing the aforementioned challenges. The article comprehensively highlighted the current strategies, market dynamics, and research trends of emerging Bio-Based Polymers. In addition, the most recent scientific breakthroughs in bio-based polymers are discussed.

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Section: Degradation Vs Biodegradationmentioning

confidence: 99%