Chitosan: Second Edition

Author: Jiang Tingda
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Chitin, extracted from the shells of shrimp and crabs, which are waste products of the aquatic processing industry, and chitosan produced from chitin, have become a popular subject of research and development in both China and abroad over the past 40 years. This book comprehensively summarizes the research achievements and various production technologies of chitosan. It provides detailed introductions to the downstream products of newly developed chitosan, covering their performance characteristics and preparation techniques, offering both theoretical foundations and practical experience. This book can serve as a reference for teaching and research for faculty and students in colleges and universities majoring in biochemistry, polymer chemistry, and medical health. It can also be used as a reference book for scientists and technicians in industries such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, light textile industry, and daily chemical industry for the development of new products.