Review of recent advances in the biodegradability of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) bioplastics and their composites
Kjeld W. Meereboer, Manjusri Misra, Amar K. Mohanty
Abstract
Poly(hydroxyalkanoate)s (PHAs) represent a promising solution to allay climate change and plastic waste pollution. Being both completely bio-based and biodegradable, PHAs can approach a carbon neutral platform whereas petroleum-based plastics cannot.
Topics & Concepts
BioplasticPolyhydroxyalkanoatesBiodegradationPolymer scienceMaterials scienceComposite materialChemistryOrganic chemistryWaste managementEngineeringBiologyBacteriaGeneticsbiodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesMicroplastics and Plastic PollutionGraphene and Nanomaterials Applications