Microbial Polyesters [Hardcover]

This is the first book to present a topical overview of the research and development of microbial polyesters.

Comprehensive and amply illustrated, it covers the
* biosynthesis
* structure
* properties
* applications
of these biodegradable and biocompatible thermoplastics.

The book provides the reader with the necessary background to understand the nature and mechanism of biological polymerization. It unites aspects from both the biological and polymer sciences and is a typical modern example of the analysis of biological macromolecules.Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Microbial Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate)

1.2 Microbial Poly(hydroxyalkanoates)

1.3 Environmentally Degradable Polyesters

References

Chapter 2 Fermentation and Analysis of Microbial Polyesters

2.1 Fermentation Production

2.1.1 Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate)

2.1.2 Poly(hydroxyalkanoates)

2.2 Polymer Isolation

2.2.1 Solvent Extraction

2.2.2 Alkaline Hypochlorite Treatment

2.2.3 Enzyme Treatment

2.3 Analysis

2.3.1 Polyester Content of Cells

2.3.2 Composition of Copolymers

2.3.3 Molecular Weight

References

Chapter 3 Microorganisms and Poly(3-hydroxyalkanoates)

3.1 Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) in Microorganisms

3.1.1 Functions of Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate)

3.1.2 Structure of Native P(3HB) Granules

3.2 Biosynthesis of Poly(3-hydroxyalkanoates)

3.2.1 Alcaligenes eutrophus

3.2.2 Pseudomonas oleovorans

3.2.3 Other Bacterial Strains&ll“+