Seaweed Polysaccharides

In recent years, significant developments have been made in algae-based polymers (commonly called polysaccharides), in biomedical applications such as drug delivery, wound dressings, and tissue engineering. Demand for algae-based polymers are increasing, and represent a potential very inexpensive resource for these applications. Seaweed Polysaccharides provides critical information not just in the isolation and characterization of algal biopolymers, but also covers a range of new biological and biomedical applications. The structure and chemical modification of algal polymers are covered, as well as the biological properties of these materials - including antithrombic, anti-inflammatory, anticoagulant and antiviral aspects. Toxicity of algal biopolymers is also covered. Finally, the book introduces and explains real world applications of algal-based biopolymers in biomedical applications, including tissue engineering, drug delivery, and biosensors. This is the first book to cover the extraction techniques, biomedical applications, and the economic perspective of seaweed polysaccharides. It is an essential text for researchers and industry professionals looking to work with this renewable resource. Provides comprehensive coverage of the research currently taking place in biomedical applications of algae biopolymersIncludes practical guidance on the isolation, extraction and characterization of polysaccharides from sustainability marine sourcesThe first book to cover the extraction techniques, biomedical applications, and the economic outlook of seaweed polysaccharides