On aggregation in binary biopolymer systems by Yuri I. Matveev*

Supramolecular Biopolymers for Tissue Engineering by Rosario Pérez-Pedroza, Alan Ávila-Ramírez, Zainab Khan, Manola Moretti, Charlotte A. E. Hauser

“…Supramolecular biopolymers (SBPs) are those polymeric units derived from macromolecules that can assemble with each other by noncovalent interactions. …”
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Rheology of Biopolymer Solutions and Gels by David R. Picout, Simon B. Ross-Murphy

“…This review concentrates on introducing the fundamentals of rheology and on discussing the rheological aspects and properties of the two major classes of biopolymers: polysaccharides and proteins. An overview of both their solution properties (dilute to semi-dilute) and gel properties is described.…”
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A Review of the Application of Biopolymers on Geotechnical Engineering and the Strengthening Mechanisms between Typical Biopolymers and Soils by Jungyeon Jang

“…Numerous studies have been conducted in the past decades to investigate the suitability and efficiency of various biopolymers for soil improvement. This paper focuses on the properties of the most common biopolymers (xanthan gum, gellan gum, agar, polyacrylamide, and guar gum) and gives the mechanism of biopolymer-treated soils for soil improvements proposed by researchers.…”
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Chitosan Superabsorbent Biopolymers in Sanitary and Hygiene Applications by Peenal Arvind Mistry, Meera Nambidas Konar, Srinivasan Latha, Utkarsh Chadha, Preetam Bhardwaj, Tolera Kuma Eticha

“…It also briefly discusses the diversified applications of CS as a biopolymer in the cosmetic, medical, food, and textile industries. …”
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Natural biopolymers in edible coatings: Applications in food preservation by Arun Karnwal, Gaurav Kumar, Rattandeep Singh, Manickam Selvaraj, Tabarak Malik, Abdel Rahman Mohammad Al Tawaha

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3D-Printed Biopolymers for Tissue Engineering Application by Xiaoming Li, Rongrong Cui, Lianwen Sun, Katerina E. Aifantis, Yubo Fan, Qingling Feng, Fuzhai Cui, Fumio Watari

“…This review focuses on recent advances in the development of biopolymer materials, including natural biopolymer-based materials and synthetic biopolymer-based materials prepared using 3D printing technology, and some future challenges and applications of this technology are discussed.…”
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An Investigation On The Enhanced Oil Recovery Performance Of Local Biopolymers by Chukwuebuka Dike, Nkemakolam Izuwa, Anthony Kerunwa, Onyebuchi Nwanwe, Nzenwa Enyioko, Boniface Obah

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Durability and Microstructure Properties of Concrete with Arabic Gum Biopolymer Admixture by Abdeliazim Mustafa Mohamed, Mohd Hanim Osman, Hichem Smaoui, Mohd Azreen Mohd Ariffin

“…Arabic gum biopolymer (AGB) has recently been demonstrated to improve mechanical and physical properties of fresh and hardened concrete which makes it a promising sustainable and environmentally friendly water-reducing admixture. …”
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Collapsibility of Gypseous Soil Treated with Pectin-Biopolymer through Leaching by Ahmed H. Hussein, Farouk M. Muhauwiss, Riyadh A. Abdul-Jabbar

“…TDS decreased at a biopolymer content of 2% from 1050, 1200, 2200, and 2500 mg/ml to 320, 540, 468, and 570 mg/ml of soils 1, 2, 3, and 4, respectively.…”
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Biopolymer-Based Coatings and Packaging Structures for Improved Food Quality by Amparo Lopez-Rubio, Maria J. Fabra, Marta Martinez-Sanz, Sandra Mendoza, Quan V. Vuong

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Acrylated Biopolymers Derived via Epoxidation and Subsequent Acrylation of Vegetable Oils by Yee Heng Ho, Anupreetha Parthiban, Min Chyong Thian, Zhen Hong Ban, Parthiban Siwayanan

“…There is an enormous demand for this biopolymer, and the market growth prospects are huge in some regions of the world. …”
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Enhancement of Lignin Biopolymer Isolation from Hybrid Poplar by Organosolv Pretreatments by Miao Wu, Jinhui Pang, Xueming Zhang, Runcang Sun

“…In the present study, the fractionation of different lignin biopolymers from hybrid poplar based on organosolv pretreatments using 80% aqueous methanol, ethanol, 1-propanol, and 1-butanol at 220°C for 30 min was investigated. …”
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Measurement of Cadmium Ion in the Presence of Metal-Binding Biopolymers in Aqueous Sample by Jian Pu, Kensuke Fukushi

“…And two different biopolymers were used, including bovine serum albumin (BSA) and biopolymer solution extracted from cultivated activated sludge (ASBP). …”
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Grewia spp. Biopolymer as Low-Cost Biosorbent for Hexavalent Chromium Removal by G. P. Kofa, G. R. Nkoue Ndongo, M. B. Kameni Ngounou, M. N. Nsoe, E. V. Amba, S. Ndi Koungou

“…In this study, Grewia spp. biopolymer was utilized as a biosorbent for elimination of hexavalent chromium from water. …”
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Determination of Internal Erosion and Permittivity of Biopolymer-Added Geosynthetic Clay Liners by Hakkı Oral Özhan

“…Furthermore, the permittivity values of the GCLs just before internal erosion, were measured and the effects of the biopolymers on the GCL’s hydraulic performance were investigated. …”
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Strengthening biopolymer adhesives through ureolysis-induced calcium carbonate precipitation by Sobia Anjum, Kendall Parks, Kaylin Clark, Albert Parker, Chelsea M. Heveran, Robin Gerlach

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Improving the Mechanical Properties of Red Clay Using Xanthan Gum Biopolymer by Lina Wang, Zhiyu Weng, Qiang Liu, Tianliang Wang, Xuemin Pan, Guoyu Li, Zhiliang Wang

“…This study enriches the treatment measure of red clay and provides beneficial experiences for biopolymer application on special clay.…”
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Smart design in biopolymer-based hemostatic sponges: From hemostasis to multiple functions by Chen-Yu Zou, Chen Han, Fei Xing, Yan-Lin Jiang, Ming Xiong, Jesse Li-Ling, Hui-Qi Xie

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Application of Microbial Biopolymers as an Alternative Construction Binder for Earth Buildings in Underdeveloped Countries by Ilhan Chang, Minkyung Jeon, Gye-Chun Cho

“…Moreover, environmental concerns regarding cement usage have recently risen due to high CO2 emissions. Meanwhile, biopolymers have been introduced as an alternative binder for soil strengthening. …”
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