Starch is the most widespread and abundant reserve carbohydrate in plants and is unique in that it can be used for the production of food, materials in bio-based products, and energy. Starch in the Bioeconomy covers the structure, biosynthesis, biodegradation, properties, and applications of starch in the context of the bioeconomy. The book
Describes the present state of cognition of the starch granule
Discusses physicochemical aspects and digestibility
Considers physical, chemical, and biochemical processes to yield a variety of starch substrates
Examines starch-based products including bioethanol, plastics, and composites and their use in various sectors including food, materials and energy
Covers the valorization of starch as a pillar of the bioeconomy
The book is aimed at researchers and industry professionals focused on the development of starch science, technology, and economics. Built on a reliable and well-documented base of information, the book presents the paths that remain to be taken to decipher this still mysterious resource that has contributed so much to the rise of humanity.
By:
Jean-Luc Wertz (l'USINE Belgium), Bénédicte Goffin Imprint: CRC Press Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
Weight: 453g ISBN:9780367630416 ISBN 10: 0367630419 Pages: 178 Publication Date:29 January 2024 Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Structure of Starch Chapter 3 Biosynthesis of Starch Chapter 4 Biodegradation of Starch Chapter 5 Properties of Starch and Modified Starches Chapter 6 Applications of Starch in the Bioeconomy Chapter 7 Perspectives of Starch in the Bioeconomy