Biobased Aerogels : Polysaccharide and Protein-Based Materials

Bringing together results on the latest research in this field, this book provides a comprehensive reviews of current developments in polysaccharide and protein based aerogels. It explores their preparation from various sources; characterisation methods; and their properties, such as surface morphology, shape recovery, mechanical properties and absorption capacities. It is an information introduction for researchers and industrialists working in chemical engineering, biomolecular chemistry and materials science.