About this Research Topic
This Research Topic aims at highlighting important research results on synthetic and processing methods of bio-inspired polymeric materials as well as their application. Among the many possible types of biopolymers (Exopolysaccharides, aliphatic polyesters, polypeptides) the most important are biocomposites, which have received tremendous attention in recent years due to their unique properties. Using biomaterials as alternative materials to "petroleum-based" products are certainly shaping current development trends and setting directions for future research and applications of polymer composites. Dynamic growth in the production and sale of biocomposites is observed in the global market with a constant expansion of their application.
This Research Topic aims at discussing the current state of the art and prospects of advanced Bio-inspired polymer materials. Researchers are encouraged to contribute with both original research and (mini)review articles. This collection will focus on the following aspects (but not limited to):
• Renewable raw materials of plant and bacterial origin.
• Comparison between the properties of plant and bacterial biopolymers.
• Innovative methods of producing and modifying plant and bacterial biopolymers.
• Original applications of biopolymers: medicine, pharmacy, packaging
Keywords: bioinspired materials, plant, renewable resources, biomaterials, biopolymers
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