ReviewMicroorganisms2024
A Review of Polyhydroxyalkanoates: Characterization, Production, and Application from Waste.
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26 citing papers in PubMed.
- Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) production from halophiles: a comprehensive review.Bioresources and bioprocessing · 2026Review
- Selected Functional and Processing Properties of Polyhydroxyalkanoates.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Systematic Evaluation of Structure-Property-Biocompatibility Relationships of Polyhydroxyalkanoate Copolymers for Advanced Veterinary Applications.Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
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- Enzymatic and microbial routes to bioplastics: The green chemistry frontier of biopolymers.FEBS open bio · 2026Review
- Control of immunogenic responses of microorganism-synthesized biopolymers for 3D bioprinting tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.Bioactive materials · 2026Review
- Agro-Industrial Waste Valorization for Sustainable PHBV Production from Sugarcane Bagasse UsingPolymers · 2026Article
- Optimisation of verapamil hydrochloride loaded polyhydroxyalkanoate nano and microparticles using response surface methodology.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Extraction, Characterization and Applications of Biopolymers from Sustainable Sources.Polymers · 2026Review
- Potential of Biodegradable Polyhydroxyalkanoates for the Construction of Sustainable Polymer Composite Materials.Polymers · 2026Article
- Sustainable Production of Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) Using Eucalyptus Bark: Integration with Green Downstream Processing.ACS sustainable chemistry & engineering · 2026Article
- Production of Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) byMicroorganisms · 2026Article
- From Waste to Treasure: Therapeutic Horizons of Polyhydroxyalkanoates in Modern Medicine.Pharmaceutics · 2026Review
- Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents for PHB Recovery: Mechanistic Insights and Implications for Sustainable Downstream Processing.Polymers · 2026Review
- Sustainable Polyaddition Path to Polyesters via Catalytic Homocoupling of Renewable Dicrotonate Monomers.Macromolecules · 2025Article
- Sustainable Membrane Development: A Biopolymer Approach.Polymers · 2025Review
- Isolation of high yield polyhydroxyalkanoate producing bacteria from contaminated soils and biopolymer characterization.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Extremophile-Derived Bioactives in Cosmeceuticals: Bridging Nutraceuticals and Skincare for Holistic Wellness.Life (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Exploring Biodegradable Polymeric Nanocomposite Films for Sustainable Food Packaging Application.Polymers · 2025Article
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Abstract
The search for alternatives to petrochemical plastics has intensified, with increasing attention being directed toward bio-based polymers (bioplastics), which are considered healthier and more environmentally friendly options. In this review, a comprehensive overview of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) is provided, including their characterization, applications, and the mechanisms underlying their biosynthesis. PHAs are natural polyesters produced by a wide range of prokaryotic and some eukaryotic organisms, positioning them as a significant and widely studied type of bioplastic. Various strategies for the production of PHAs from agroindustrial waste, such as cacao shells, cheese whey, wine, wood, and beet molasses, are reviewed, emphasizing their potential as sustainable feedstocks. Industrial production processes for PHAs, including the complexities associated with extraction and purification, are also examined. Although the use of waste materials offers promise in reducing costs and environmental impact, challenges remain in optimizing these processes to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The need for continued research and development to improve the sustainability and economic viability of PHA production is emphasized, positioning PHAs as a viable and eco-friendly alternative to conventional petroleum-based plastics.
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