Search for dissertations about: "biopolymers and their applications"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 21 swedish dissertations containing the words biopolymers and their applications.
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1. Design of Cellulose-based Materials by Supramolecular Assemblies
Abstract : Due to climate change and plastic pollution, there is an increasing demand for bio-based materials with similar properties to those of common plastics yet biodegradable. In this respect, cellulose is a strong candidate that is already being refined on a large industrial scale, but the properties differ significantly from those of common plastics in terms of shapeability and water-resilience. READ MORE
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2. Poly (3-hydroxybutyrate) from a moderate halophile: production and modification for new applications
Abstract : Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) is a homopolymer belonging to the family of biopolyesters, polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) produced by different bacteria and archaea as intracellular granules often under conditions of metabolic stress due to a limited supply of essential nutrients. The properties of the PHAs are similar to those of polyethylene and polypropylene and can hence replace these fossil based polymers in a large variety of applications. READ MORE
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3. Adsorption of biopolymers and their layer-by-layer assemblies on hydrophilic surfaces
Abstract : It is widely known that surfaces play an important role in numerous biological processes and technological applications. Thus, being able to modify surface properties provides an opportunity to control many phenomena occurring at interfaces. READ MORE
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4. Valorization of Kraft Lignin by Fractionation and Chemical Modifications for Different Applications
Abstract : AbstractLignin is one of the most abundant biopolymers. Approximately 70 million tons of technical lignin is generated annually, but only little is used for products other than energy. The complexity of lignin hinders full utilization in high-value products and materials. READ MORE
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5. 3D Printing Wood Tissue
Abstract : Biomass from forests provides society with energy, materials and chemicals, thus contributing to the circular bioeconomy. The majority of biomass is found in the wood tissue of trees. READ MORE