Biopolymers

£199.50

Biopolymers

Green and Sustainable Approaches for Drug Delivery, Food Products and Packaging

Biomedical engineering Engineering applications of bio-materials

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Collection: Materials Horizons: From Nature to Nanomaterials

Language: English

Published by: Springer

Published on: 1st January 2026

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9789819522583


Overview

This book presents an in-depth exploration of biopolymers in biomedical engineering, spanning 15 chapters. Each chapter delves into different aspects of biopolymers, including their origins, development, potential, and sustainable sources, as well as advanced eco-friendly production methods.

Applications

The text covers a wide range of applications, from advanced drug delivery systems and gene therapy to tissue engineering. Additionally, it addresses the use of biopolymers in the food industry and their role in packaging.

Technological Advances

The book also highlights the impact of artificial intelligence on creating sustainable biopolymers and advancing drug delivery technologies, including 3D and 4D methods for personalized treatments.

Research and Future Prospects

It offers a thorough review of biopolymer-assisted drug delivery, implantable devices, and diagnostic applications. Furthermore, it discusses important patents, toxicity concerns, regulatory issues, and future prospects in the field.

Target Audience

This comprehensive resource is invaluable for researchers, Ph.D. students, pharmaceutical and food industries working in the dynamic area of sustainable biomedical engineering.

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