Lignin Biosynthesis and Transformation for Industrial Applications

This book presents a comprehensive overview on origin, structure, properties, modification strategies and applications of the biopolymer lignin. It is organized into four themed parts. The first part focuses on the analysis and characterization of the second most abundant biopolymer. The following p...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Sharma, Swati (Editor), Kumar, Ashok (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2020, 2020
Edition:1st ed. 2020
Series:Springer Series on Polymer and Composite Materials
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Lignin as potent industrial biopolymer: An introduction
  • Structure and characteristics of lignin
  • Lignin synthesis and degradation
  • Analysis of lignin using qualitative and quantitative methods
  • Chemical modification of lignin by polymerization and depolymerisation
  • Lignin composites for biomedical applications: status, challenges and perspectives
  • Applications of lignin in the agri-food industry