Chitosan, a naturally abundant cationic polymer, is chemically composed of cellulose-based
biopolymers derived by deacetylating chitin. It offers several attractive characteristics such …

Hydrogels are ideal for various food applications because of their softness, elasticity,
absorbent nature, flexibility, and hygroscopic nature. Polysaccharide hydrogels are …

Background: Open Access Editor's Choice Review Current Advancements in Pectin:
Extraction, Properties and Multifunctional Applications by Vinay Chandel 1, Deblina Biswas …

Chitosan, a natural polysaccharide from chitin, shows promise as a biomaterial for various
biomedical applications due to its biocompatibility, biodegradability, antibacterial activity …

Chitin is the most abundant natural amino polysaccharide, showing various practical
applications owing to its functional properties. However, there are barriers in the …

The global production and consumption of plastics, as well as their deposition in the
environment, are experiencing exponential growth. In addition, mismanaged plastic waste …

Alginate is an important natural biopolymer and has been widely used in the food,
biomedical, and chemical industries. Ca 2+-induced gelation is one of the most important …

Bleeding caused by trauma or surgery is a serious health problem, and uncontrollable
bleeding can result in death. Therefore, develo** safe, effective, and convenient …

Pectin is a biocompatible polysaccharide with intrinsic biological activity, which may exhibit
different structures depending on its source or extraction method. The extraction of pectin …

Initially used extensively as an additive and ingredient in the food industry, alginate has
become an important compound for a wide range of industries and applications, such as the …