The utilization of bio-based materials to develop sustainable products is an emerging area
of research. Renewable biomass-derived monomers have gained prominence in recent …

Abstract Poly (lactic acid)(PLA), so far, is the most extensively researched and utilized
biodegradable aliphatic polyester in human history. Due to its merits, PLA is a leading …

The demand for petroleum dependent chemicals and materials has been increasing despite
the dwindling of their fossil resources. As the dead-end of petroleum based industry has …

The revelation of biodegradable polymers dates back to many years ago. From then, their
emergence leads to the surge of many biomaterials applicable in various fields like …

In the past few years, a new passion for the growth of biodegradable polymers based on
elements derived from natural sources has been getting much attention. Natural fiber‐based …

The timely and effective control and repair of wound bleeding is a key research issue all
over the world. From traditional compression hemostasis to a variety of new hemostatic …

Over the past few years, amino acids (AA) have emerged as promising biomaterials for the
synthesis of functional polymers. Owing to the diversity of functional groups in amino acids …

Polysaccharides contain different functional groups (such as hydroxyl, amino, carboxylic
acid, aldehydes) that make them ideal for conjugation. They are biodegradable …

Poly (ester amide) s have emerged in the last years as an important family of biodegradable
synthetic polymers. These polymers present both ester and amide linkages in their structure …

Biodegradable and biocompatible biomaterials have offered much more opportunities from
an engineering standpoint for treating diseases and maintaining health. Poly (ester amide) s …