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Applications of Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) in Medicine and Pharmacy
Authors: Williams Simon F. , Martin David P. 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlinePHA Preparation and Properties: A PrimerProductionMechanical and Thermal PropertiesSterilization of PHA PolymersBiocompatibilityNatural OccurrenceIn vitroCell Culture TestingIn vivoTissue ResponsesBiodistributionBioabsorptionIn vitroDegradationIn vivoBioabsorptionApplicationsCardiovascularDental and MaxillofacialDrug DeliveryProdrugsNerve RepairNutritional UsesOrthopedicUrologyWound ManagementFuture DirectionsPatents
Polylactides “NatureWorks® PLA”
Authors: Gruber Patrick , O'Brien Micheal 
Published: January 2005

Abstract

Introduction

Historical Outline

Production of PLA

Polymerization of Lactide

PLA Packaging Applications and Performance

Deadfold and Twist Retention

High Gloss and Clarity

Barrier Properties

Low Temperature Heat Seal

High‐tensile Modulus Strength

Film Characteristics

Packaging Conclusions

PLA for Fibers and Nonwovens

Applications and Properties

Clothing

Carpeting and Furnishings

Other Fiber Application Areas

Summary

Environmental Sustainability

CO
2
Emissions

Degradation and Hydrolysis

Disposal Options

Outlook and Perspectives

Acknowledgments
Aliphatic Polyesters: “Bionolle”
Authors: Ishioka Ryoji , E. Kitakuni  , Y. Ichikawa  
Published: January 2005

Abstract

Introduction

Historical Outline

Composition of “Bionolle”

Grades of “Bionolle”

Structure and Properties of Bionolle

Chemical Structure

Molecular Weight and Molecular Weight Distribution

Branching Structure

Crystal Structure

Melting and Crystallization

Processability

Blown Film

Stability of “Bionolle”

Hydrolysis

Pyrolysis

Biodegradability

Aerobic Biodegradation

Compostability

Degradation in the Environment

Microbial Degradation

Environmental Friendliness

Fitness for Sustainable Development

Outlook and Perspectives

Patents
Chemical Modification of Natural and Synthetic Polyesters
Authors: Chiellini Emo , Bizzarri Ranieri , Chiellini Federica 
Published: January 2005

AbstractHistorical Outline and Introductory RemarksMalic Acid‐based PolyestersPoly(α‐Malic Acid) and its CopolymersPoly(β‐Malic Acid) and Poly(alkyl malolactonate)sPolyesters with Pendant Amine GroupsPoly(l‐Serine Ester)sPoly(lactic acid‐co‐lysine)Functionalization of Poly(ɛ‐caprolactone)Synthesis of Functional Monomers by the Bayer–Villiger Oxidation of CyclohexanonesPost‐modification of Functional PCLFunctional Poly(ester amide)sFunctional Polyesters by Miscellaneous Polymerization MethodsSynthesis of Functional Polyesters by Michael‐type ReactionSynthesis of Functional Polyesters from Protected Polyhydroxylated Monomeric PrecursorsTelechelic PolyestersRole of Polymerization MechanismAnionic ROPCoordinative ROPFunctional Microbial PolyestersConcluding Remarks
Polysaccharides from Microorganisms, Plants and Animals
Authors: Sutherland Ian W. 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionPolysaccharide Composition and StructureMicrobial Polysaccharide Composition and StructureComposition and Structure of Yeast and Other Fungal PolysaccharidesComposition and Structure of Plant and Algal PolysaccharidesPolysaccharide SynthesisBacterial Synthesis of PolysaccharidesSynthesis of Plant and Animal PolysaccharidesThe Physical Properties and Function of PolysaccharidesCommercialization of PolysaccharidesNew Products
Bioemulsans: Surface‐active Polysaccharide‐containing Complexes
Authors: Rosenberg Eugene , Ron Eliora Z. 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineThe Petroleum Industry ConnectionThe Emulsan StoryOccurrence and Chemical PropertiesRAG‐1EmulsanBD4EmulsanAlasanBiodispersanOther High Molecular‐mass BioemulsifiersNatural Role of EmulsansIncreasing the Surface Area of Hydrophobic Water‐insoluble SubstratesIncreasing the Bioavailability of Hydrophobic Water‐insoluble SubstratesBinding of Toxic Heavy MetalsRegulating the Attachment‐detachment of Microorganisms to and from SurfacesGenetics and Regulation of Bioemulsan ProductionBiodegradationProductionShake‐flask ExperimentsProduction in Small FermentorsLarge‐scale Production of EmulsansPatentsPotential ApplicationsOutlook and Perspectives
Curdlan
Authors: Lee In‐Young 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineStructureBeta‐1,3‐glucanConformation in SolutionGel StructureOccurrenceBiosynthesisMolecular GeneticsProductionCarbon SourceNitrogen EffectOxygen SupplyPhosphate EffectpH EffectBatch ProductionContinuous ProductionIsolation ProcessPropertiesGel FormationImmunestimulatory ActivityApplicationsFood ApplicationsPharmaceutical ApplicationsAgricultural ApplicationsOther Industrial ApplicationsOutlook and PerspectivesPatentsAcknowledgments
Sphingan Group of Exopolysaccharides (EPS)
Authors: Pollock Thomas J. 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineChemical StructuresStructural VariationsAnalytical MethodsOccurrencePhysiologyPropertiesBiosynthesisSynthesis of Sugar‐nucleotide SubstratesAssembly of the Repeat Unit, Polymerization and SecretionGeneticsRegulationUse of Classical Genetics and Recombinant DNA Technologies to Modify ProductionBiodegradationProductionFermentationRecovery and PurificationProducersWorld MarketApplicationsOutlook and PerspectivesPatents
Hyaluronan
Authors: Prehm Peter 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineChemical StructureOccurrence of HyaluronanMechanism of Hyaluronan SynthesisChain ElongationChain SizeChain ExportSwellingMacromolecular AssemblyHyaluronan SynthasesHyaluronan‐binding Proteins and ReceptorsCD44RHAMMOther Hyaluronan‐binding ProteinsMechanisms of Hyaluronan Release from the Cell SurfaceRegulation of Hyaluronan SynthesisExpression of the SynthaseStimulation and Inhibition of the SynthaseInfluence of Chain Length on Further ElongationTurnover and CatabolismFunctions of HyaluronanCellular FunctionsPhysiological FunctionsPathological FunctionsHyaluronan DegradationDegradation by Free RadicalsDegradation by HyaluronidasesProductionPatentsMarketMedical ApplicationsOphthalmicsArthritisWound Healing and ScarringAdhesion PreventionDrug DeliveryEffects of Hyaluronan OligosaccharidesOutlook and Perspectives
Exopolysaccharides of Lactic Acid Bacteria
Authors: Hallemeersch Isabel , De Baets Sophie , Vandamme Erick J. 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineChemical StructureOccurrencePhysiological FunctionChemical Analysis and DetectionSeparation of EPS and Microbial CellsIsolation and PurificationStructural AnalysisBiosynthesisGenetics and RegulationFactors Influencing Growth and EPS ProductionEffect of Physico‐chemical ParametersEffect of Nutritional ParametersKinetics of EPS BiosynthesisApplications
Polysaccharide‐containing Cell‐wall Polymers of Archaea
Authors: König Helmut 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineChemical StructureGlutaminylglycanHeteropolysaccharideMethanochondroitinPseudomureinS‐LayerLipoglycanOccurrenceFunctionsBiochemistryBiosynthesisBiological ActivityMolecular GeneticsBiodegradationMethanochondroitinPseudomureinProduction (Producers, World market, Applications, Patents)Outlook and PerspectivesAcknowledgements
Yeast Extracellular Polysaccharides
Authors: De Baets Sophie , Du Laing Sara , Vandamme Erick J. 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineChemical StructuresAscomycetous YeastsBasidiomycetous YeastsChemical Analysis and DetectionOccurrenceFunctionsBiosynthesisMolecular Genetics and RegulationBiodegradationProductionProperties and ApplicationsHansenula(Pichia)holstiiTremellaspp.Rhodotorulaspp.Sporobolomyces albo‐rubescensOutlook and PerspectivesPatentsHansenula(Pichia)holstiiTremella fuciformisTremella mesentericaCryptococcus laurentii
Chitin and Chitosan in Fungi
Authors: Peter Martin G. 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionChemical StructureChitinChitosanPolyphenolic PigmentsOccurrencePhysiological FunctionChemical Analysis and DetectionBiosynthesis of Chitin and ChitosanChitin Synthases (CS)Glucan TransferaseChitin Deacetylase (CDA)BiodegradationChitinaseChitosanasesExo‐β‐d‐glucosaminidasesBiotechnological ProductionScreening for Chitosan Producer StrainsIsolation of Chitin and Chitosan from Fungal BiomassProduction of CDAApplicationsAdsorption of Coloring MattersMetal Ion AdsorptionHealthcareOutlookPatentsAcknowledgements
Fungal Cell Wall Glycans
Authors: Jong Shung‐Chang 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineImmunomodulatory and Antitumor Glycansβ‐Glucans and their Protein ComplexesHeteroglucans and their Protein ComplexesChemical ModificationAntiviral GlycansAntimicrobial GlycansHepatoprotective GlycansAntifibrotic GlycansAntiinflammatory GlycansAntidiabetic and Hypoglycemic GlycansHypocholesterolemic GlycansPatentsOutlook and Perspectives
Cell‐Wall Beta‐Glucans ofSaccharomyces cerevisiae
Authors: Dijkgraaf Gerrit J. P. , Li Huijuan , Bussey Howard 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineMethodological Advances in Cell‐Wall ResearchElucidating the Molecular Structure of Yeast GlucansAlkali‐Insolubility of Glucan is Mediated by Cross‐Linking to ChitinStructural Studies on Yeast GlucanEnzymology of Glucan SynthesisGene Products Involved in β‐1,3‐Glucan BiosynthesisFks1p and Fks2pRho1pGns1pKnr4pHkr1pGene Products Involved in β‐1,6‐Glucan BiosynthesisEndoplasmic ReticulumGolgiCytoplasm and Cell SurfaceGlucan Remodeling and Cross‐LinkingGlucanasesGlucanosyltransferasesApplications of Yeast β‐GlucansGlucan Synthase InhibitorsOutlook and PerspectivesAcknowledgments
Seed Gums
Authors: Dierckx Stephan , Dewettinck Koen 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineChemical StructuresOccurrenceIntroductionCarob BeanGuarTara GumFunctionsBiochemistryBiodegradationProductionProcesses and ProducersWorld MarketApplicationsOutlook and PerspectivesPatents
Cyanophycin
Authors: Oppermann‐Sanio Fred Bernd , Steinbüchel Alexander 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineChemical StructureChemical Analysis and DetectionSolubility Properties of CGP and IsolationMolecular Weight and Structure of CGPQuantification of CGPVariations in Composition and CGP‐like PolymersOccurrenceOccurrence in CyanobacteriaOccurrence in Chemotrophic BacteriaFunctionsPhysiologyBiochemistryPrimary Structures and Motifs Occurring in CGP SynthetasesAssay of CGP Synthetase Activity and Substrate SpecificityMechanism of CatalysisMolecular GeneticsBiodegradationIntracellular MobilizationExtracellular BreakdownBiotechnological Production of CGPFermentative Production after Heterologous Expression ofcphAinE. coliIsolation of CGPFermentative Production after Heterologous Expression ofcphAin other BacteriaIn‐Vitro Biosynthesis of CGPOutlook and PerspectivesPatents
Poly‐γ‐glutamic Acid
Authors: Ashiuchi Makoto , Misono Haruo 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineChemical AnalysisChemical SynthesisMolecular StructureMolecular SpringChemical ModificationEsterificationCrosslinkingProducersGlutamic Acid‐dependent ProducersGlutamic Acid‐independent ProducersPhysiologyNullification of Immunity in InfectiousB. anthracisNeutralization of Near‐cell Surface in AlkalophilesPrevention of Drastic Dehydration under High‐saline Conditions in HalophilesRegulation of Osmotic Pressure in CnidariansMolecular GeneticsEncapsulation (cap) GenesPoly‐γ‐glutamic Acid Synthesis (pgs) GenesRegulatory GenesBiosynthesisPoly‐γ‐glutamic Acid Precursor BiosynthesisPoly‐γ‐glutamic Acid BiosynthesisBiodegradationOccurrenceEnzymologyMolecular GeneticsApplicationsPotential ApplicationsBiodegradable Plastics and HydrogelsBioremediationOther ApplicationsManufacturersOutlook and PerspectivesPatents
Self‐assembling Symmetric Protein Materials
Authors: Padilla Jennifer E. , Yu Tianwei 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroduction to Self‐assemblyProtein Properties that Promote Self‐assemblyHistorical OutlineChemical StructuresSymmetrySymmetry ElementsSymmetric Contacts in ProteinsMultiple Symmetry ElementsNaturally Occurring Symmetric ComplexesProtein OligomersIcosahedral Viral CapsidsClathrinFilamentsS‐layersProtein CrystalsDesigned Self‐assembling Protein ComplexesCoiled‐coil ExtensionsDomain SwappingSymmetric ConstructionPolyvalencyObserving Protein AssembliesTransmission Electron MicroscopyCryoelectron MicroscopyAtomic Force MicroscopyX‐ray and Electron DiffractionApplicationsPatentsOutlook and Perspectives
Self‐assembling Protein Systems: Microbial S‐layers
Authors: Sleytr Uwe B. , Sára Margit , Pum Dietmar , Schuster Bernhard , Messner Paul , Schäffer Christina 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineOccurrence and UltrastructureIsolation and Chemical CharacterizationMolecular Biology, Genetics and BiosynthesisAssembly and MorphogenesisSelf‐assemblyin vivoSelf‐assemblyin vitroFunctional AspectsBiodegradationProduction of S‐layer ProteinsApplication of S‐layer ProteinsS‐layer Ultrafiltration MembranesS‐layers as Matrix for the Immobilization of Functional MacromoleculesS‐layer‐based DipsticksSupramolecular Structures Generated by Oriented Recrystallization of S‐layer Fusion Proteins on Supports Precoated with SCWPS‐layers as Templates for the Formation of Regularly Arranged NanoparticlesS‐layers as Supporting Structures for Functional Lipid Membranes (Planar Membranes and Liposomes)S‐layers for Vaccine DevelopmentOutlook and PerspectivesPatents
Enzymes for Technical Applications
Authors: Schäfer Thomas , Kirk Ole , Borchert Torben Vedel , Fuglsang Claus Crone , Pedersen Sven , Salmon Sonja , Olsen Hans Sejr , Deinhammer Randy , Lund Henrik 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineEnzymes for the Detergent IndustryIntroductionHistoryOverview of EnzymesLatest InnovationsFuture PerspectivesEnzymes for the Starch IndustryIntroductionHistoryEnzymesLatest InnovationsPerspectivesEnzymes for BiofuelIntroductionHistoryEnzymes and Latest InnovationsFuture PerspectivesEnzymes for the Textile IndustryIntroductionHistoryEnzymesLatest InnovationsEnzymes for the Pulp and Paper IndustryIntroductionOverview of Selected ApplicationsEnzymesFuture PerspectivesEnzymes for Organic SynthesisIntroductionHistoryEnzymesLatest InnovationsPerspectivesEnzymes for Processing of Fats and OilsIntroductionHistoryEnzymesLatest InnovationsPerspectivesKey Technologies for the Discovery of Industrial EnzymesExploring Nature's DiversityProtein OptimizationConclusionAcknowledgments
Silk Fibroin Proteins: Structure, Function, and Evolution
Authors: Lewis Randolph V. 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineBiological AspectsMechanical PropertiesProtein Sequences: Conservation, Divergence, and ConvergenceMajor Ampullate Silk ProteinsMinor Ampullate Silk ProteinsFlagelliform Silk ProteinsSequence Comparisons Between Spider SpeciesBiophysical StudiesProtein Structure–Function RelationshipsExpression of Synthetic Spider Silk ProteinsStrategies for Synthetic Gene ConstructionExpression of Spider Silk ProteinsMaterials Studies with Expressed ProteinsOutlook and Perspectives
Biology and Technology of Silk Production
Authors: Vollrath Fritz , Knight David 
Published: January 2005

Abstract

Introduction

Historical Outline

Evolution of Spider Silks

Design Requirements

Spinning Micro‐ and Nanocomposites

Spinning Conditions That Affect Mechanical Properties

Fiber Composition

Extruder and Feedstock Morphology

Liquid Crystalline Spinning in Nature

Silkworm Spinning

Evaluation of Nature's Spinning Technology

Commerce of Artificial Silks

Outlook and Perspectives
Wool from Animal Sources
Authors: Zahn Helmut , Schäfer Karola , Popescu Crisan 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineCell BiologyThe Wool FollicleExpression of Keratin and KAP Genes in Wool Follicle DifferentiationsOccurrenceSheep Rearing and BreedingPlaces of Origin and Types of Raw WoolWool Fiber GeometryMorphologyStructural BiologyBonding and Interactions in Wool Fibersα‐ and β‐Keratin Structures in the Cortical MicrofibrilsChemical Composition of Wool and its Morphological ComponentsProteinsFree Internal LipidsCovalently Bound LipidsChemical AnalysisPhysical and Mechanical PropertiesWater AbsorptionMechanical PropertiesGlass TransitionThermal DenaturationWool as a PolyampholyteChemical ReactivityDry HeatMoist HeatAcid DegradationDegradation by AlkaliReducing AgentsPhotodegradationClothing PhysiologyBiochemistryIsolation of Wool ProteinsAmino Acid Sequences of Wool ProteinsMorphological Location of Wool ProteinsBiodegradationEnzymatic DegradationMolecular GeneticsProductionWool CollectionRaw Wool ScouringMechanical ProcessingChemical ProcessingWorld Market and PricesOutlookAcknowledgments
Sweet‐tasting Proteins
Authors: Faus Ignacio , Sisniega Heidi 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical PerspectivesThaumatinMonellinMabinlinPentadinBrazzeinCurculinMiraculinComparison of Different Sweet‐tasting Proteins: The Thaumatin‐like ProteinsPatentsOutlook and Perspectives
Protein Composites: Biominerals
Authors: Veis Arthur 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineType I Collagen Synthesis and SecretionMolecular Structure and Fibril AssemblyChemistry of Collagen CrosslinkingMatrix Mineralization and OrganizationTooth EnamelInvertebrate Mineralization and OrganizationOutlook and PerspectivesAcknowledgments
Self‐assembling Protein Cage Systems and Applications in Nanotechnology
Authors: Douglas Trevor , Allen Mark , Young Mark 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineFerritinUsing Ferritin for Nanoparticle SynthesisModification of the Outer Surface of FerritinAssembly of Ferritin into Two‐dimensional ArraysUse of Ferritin as a PhotocatalystFerritin‐like ProteinsViruses as Protein CagesCowpea Chlorotic Mottle VirusCowpea Mosaic VirusNorwalk VirusVirus‐like Protein CagesViruses for Gene DeliveryOutlook and Perspectives
Crystallization of Proteins, Nucleic Acids, and Viruses for X‐ray Diffraction Analysis
Authors: McPherson Alexander , Cudney Robert , Patel Sam 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionSolubility and SupersaturationProperties of Macromolecular CrystalsPreparation of SamplesPrecipitants and Their EffectsThe Use of Temperature for CrystallizationCreating Supersaturation – MethodologyFactors Affecting CrystallizationScreening and OptimizationTheoretical Contributions to Macromolecular Crystal GrowthFuture Trends
Natural Polyacetals
Authors: Metzger Pierre , Largeau Claude 
Published: January 2005

Abstract

Introduction

Historical Outline

Chemical Structure

Isolation and Abundance

Molecular Weights

Chemical Analyses

Occurrence of Polyaldehyde and Polyacetals

Functions of Polyaldehyde and Polyacetals

Physiology

Biochemistry of Polyaldehyde and Polyacetal Biosynthesis

Molecular Genetics

Biodegradation and Fossilization

Application of Polyaldehyde and Polyacetals

Outlook and Perspectives

Patents
Hemozoin: a Biocrystal Synthesized during the Degradation of Hemoglobin
Authors: Sullivan David J. 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionMalariaMalaria PathogenesisHemoglobin DegradationHistorical OutlinePigment Associates with MalariaPigment Links Mosquito toPlasmodiumLife CycleChemical StructureOccurrenceFunction of HemozoinStructure of HemozoinAnalysis of Early PurificationsComparison with Schistosomal PigmentHemozoin Lacks ProteinThe Iron–Oxygen Coordinate BondParamagnetic HemozoinBiochemical Formation of HemozoinFormalin PigmentOther Parasite PigmentsPlasmodiumProtein Initiation of PigmentInhibition of Hemozoin FormationImmune Modulation of HemozoinPerturbation of Leukocyte FunctionLeukocyte Pigment as a Prognostic IndicatorPatentsOutlook and Perspectives
Biodegradation of Alginate, Xanthan, and Gellan
Authors: Hashimoto Wataru , Mishima Yumiko , Miyake Osamu , Nankai Hirokazu , Momma Keiko , Murata Kousaku 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineAlginateXanthanGellanAlginate DepolymerizationAlginate‐assimilating BacteriumGenes Responsible for Uptake of AlginateEnzymatic Depolymerization System for Alginate inSphingomonassp. A1Catalytic Action and Crystal Structure of Alginate Lyase A1‐IIIXanthan DepolymerizationXanthan‐assimilating BacteriumProperties of Xanthan Lyase and its GeneEnzymatic Depolymerization System for Xanthan inBacillussp. GL1Gellan DepolymerizationGellan‐assimilating BacteriumProperties of Gellan Lyase and its GeneEnzymatic Depolymerization System for Gellan inBacillussp. GL1Concluding RemarksDirect Uptake System for MacromoleculesCommon Rules for Polysaccharide Lyase ProcessingStructure and Evolution of Sugar‐metabolizing EnzymesFunctions of Bacterial Exopoly‐ and OligosaccharidesOutlook and PerspectivesAcknowledgments
Biodegradation of Polyacrylate
Authors: Kawai Fusako , Hayashi Takaya 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineChemical StructureBiodegradation of PolyacrylateBiodegradation of Acrylic OligomersBiodegradation of PAABiodegradation of UV‐irradiated PAAPhysiologyProductionPatentsOutlook and PerspectivesAcknowledgments
Biodegradation of Polyurethanes
Authors: Tokiwa Yutaka 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionMicrobial Biodegradation of PolyurethaneEnzymatic Degradation of Polyurethanes Containing Polyester Segment (ES‐PUR)Enzymatic Hydrolysis of ES‐PUREffect of Polyester Molecular Weight on ES‐PUR Hydrolysis byR. delemarLipaseEffect of Third Component of ES‐PUR on Hydrolysis byR. delemarLipaseEffect of Chemical Structure of Diisocyanate on ES‐PUR Hydrolysis by LipaseOutlook and Perspectives
Biodegradation of Poly(vinyl alcohol) and its Copolymers
Authors: Matsumura Shuichi 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineChemical StructuresFunctionsPhysical PropertiesProperties of PVA filmProperties of Aqueous PVA SolutionChemical Properties of PVAPhysiology and BiochemistryBiodegradationMicrobial Degradation of PVA and Related EnzymesPVA Biodegradation Mechanism and Related EnzymesPolymer Structure and BiodegradationBiodegradation of PVA‐based PolymerDesign of Biodegradable Polymer using Vinyl Alcohol BlockProductionOutlook and PerspectivesPatentsAcknowledgments
Biodegradation of Nylon and other Synthetic Polyamides
Authors: Negoro Seiji 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineChemical Structures, and Preparation of Nylon OligomersCyclic Oligomers of 6‐AminohexanoateLinear Oligomers of 6‐Aminohexanoate and their Related CompoundsProduction and Main Applications of NylonBiodegradationBiodegradation of PolyamidesBiodegradation of ɛ‐CaprolactamBiodegradation of Nylon OligomerOutlook and PerspectivesPatents
Biodegradation of Polyanhydrides
Authors: Kumar Neeraj , Ravikumar Majeti N. V. , Slivniak Raia , Krasko Michal Y. , Domb Abraham J. 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionDegradation: A Real MeaningMechanisms Involved in DegradationHistorical OutlinePolymer ErosionChanges in Polymer Structure During ErosionFactors Affecting DegradationSynthesisStructuresSurface AnalysisPolyanhydride Degradation: In‐vitro and In‐vivo ApproachesIn‐vitro Degradation and Drug ReleaseIn‐vivo Degradation and Drug ReleaseModeling of Polymer ErosionProduction of PolyanhydridesWorld MarketApplicationsPatentsOutlook and Perspectives
Biodegradation of Polyphosphazenes
Authors: Zhu Kangjie , Qiu Liyan 
Published: January 2005

Abstract

Introduction

Historical Outline

Chemical Structures

Occurrence

Functions

Controlled Drug Release

Temporary Replacement of Body Parts

Physiology

Biodegradation

Hydrophobic Matrix

Water‐soluble Matrix

Polyphosphazene–Drug Conjugation

Products

Outlook and Perspectives

Patents
Biodegradation of Silicones (Organosiloxanes)
Authors: Lukasiak Jerzy , Dorosz Agnieszka , Prokopowicz Magdalena , Rosciszewski Pawel , Falkiewicz Bogdan 
Published: January 2005

AbstractIntroductionHistorical OutlineChemical StructuresOccurrence and FunctionsProperties, Degradation and BiodegradationDegradation and BiodegradationIn vitroBiodegradationIn vivoSilicone IndustryProduction of SiliconesMain Commercial Silicone ProducersPatentsOutlook and Perspectives