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Background <p>Biopolymers are essential materials sourced from biomass. In response to the increasing demand for sustainable materials, research in biopolymers is rapidly growing. Biopolymers are biodegradable materials that can offer measurable environmental benefits over synthetic alternatives. Life-cycle assessments show that biopolymers such as polylactic acid (PLA) can produce 20–50% lower greenhouse gas emissions than petroleum-based plastics under renewable-energy production scenarios, though environmental performance remains conditional on feedstock sourcing, pretreatment energy intensity, and end-of-life management.</p> Scope <p>This review explores recent developments in biopolymer extraction, characterisation, and applications. It highlights the various uses of biopolymers made from biomass and shows how they can promote sustainable business practices in various sectors.</p> Key findings <p>New extraction methods, like enzymatic hydrolysis and microbial fermentation, have made biopolymers much purer and more productive. Advanced processing techniques are enhancing the mechanical strength and thermal stability of biopolymers. This broader range of capabilities allows their applicability in high-performance environments such as food packaging, drug delivery, corrosion inhibition, catalysts, etc.</p> Concluding insights <p>To further enhance biopolymer technology, future research will focus on refining extraction techniques, improving material properties, and broadening the range of applications.</p>

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Biomass-based Biopolymers for Sustainable Material Development: Recent Progress and Perspectives

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  • 发表日期：

    2026年4月29日

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  • Okechukwu E. Onyelucheya,
  • Temple U. Maduoma,
  • Chigoziri N. Njoku,
  • Alexander I. Ikeuba,
  • Valentine C. Anadebe,
  • Chukwuebuka E. Mgbemere,
  • Chioma M. Onyelucheya,
  • Emmanuel Yakubu,
  • Ifeanyi C. Obika

摘要

Background

Biopolymers are essential materials sourced from biomass. In response to the increasing demand for sustainable materials, research in biopolymers is rapidly growing. Biopolymers are biodegradable materials that can offer measurable environmental benefits over synthetic alternatives. Life-cycle assessments show that biopolymers such as polylactic acid (PLA) can produce 20–50% lower greenhouse gas emissions than petroleum-based plastics under renewable-energy production scenarios, though environmental performance remains conditional on feedstock sourcing, pretreatment energy intensity, and end-of-life management.

Scope

This review explores recent developments in biopolymer extraction, characterisation, and applications. It highlights the various uses of biopolymers made from biomass and shows how they can promote sustainable business practices in various sectors.

Key findings

New extraction methods, like enzymatic hydrolysis and microbial fermentation, have made biopolymers much purer and more productive. Advanced processing techniques are enhancing the mechanical strength and thermal stability of biopolymers. This broader range of capabilities allows their applicability in high-performance environments such as food packaging, drug delivery, corrosion inhibition, catalysts, etc.

Concluding insights

To further enhance biopolymer technology, future research will focus on refining extraction techniques, improving material properties, and broadening the range of applications.