Microbial Plastic Factory
Toward Sustainable Ecosystem
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Beschreibung
This contributed volume provides a comprehensive overview of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs)—a family of biodegradable and bio-based polyesters synthesized by microorganisms. Authored by leading experts in microbiology, polymer science, and biotechnology, the book devotes special attention to recent advances in metabolic and enzyme engineering, positioning microbial plastic factories as a key innovation in the development of sustainable plastic materials. In addition to discussing the physical properties, biodegradability, and industrial applications of PHAs, the book highlights the extensive research achievements of pioneering scientists and their broader contributions to the progress of the field. Strong emphasis is placed on industrial case studies, the outstanding challenges in the commercialization of microbially synthesized plastics, and future directions in sustainable materials science. This book serves as a comprehensive reference for scientists, engineers, and policymakers working on the development and practical use of biobased and biodegradable plastics.
This contributed volume provides a comprehensive overview of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs)—a family of biodegradable and bio-based polyesters synthesized by microorganisms. Authored by leading experts in microbiology, polymer science, and biotechnology, the book devotes special attention to recent advances in metabolic and enzyme engineering, positioning microbial plastic factories as a key innovation in the development of sustainable plastic materials. In addition to discussing the physical properties, biodegradability, and industrial applications of PHAs, the book highlights the extensive research achievements of pioneering scientists and their broader contributions to the progress of the field. Strong emphasis is placed on industrial case studies, the outstanding challenges in the commercialization of microbially synthesized plastics, and future directions in sustainable materials science. This book serves as a comprehensive reference for scientists, engineers, and policymakers working on the development and practical use of biobased and biodegradable plastics.
Provides comprehensive coverage from fundamental science to industrial-scale PHA bioplastic production Highlights cutting-edge strategies in synthetic biology and enzyme engineering for tailor-made biopolymer synthesis Showcases international research contributions and real-world case studies of industrial PHA applications
Autor*in
Seiichi Taguchi
Themen in »Microbial Plastic Factory«
Bio-based plastic Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) Biodegradable polymer Synthetic biology Evolutional engineering PHA-producing bacteria Metabolic engineering Biopolymer synthesis Bio-based materials Plastic biodegradation PHA fermentation PHA blends Industrial biotechnology Life cycle assessment Marine biodegradable plastic