Carbohydrate Functional Coatings

Fundamentals and Applications

1 Edición - 1 de diciembre de 2026
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Editores: Varaprasad Kokkarachedu, Gownolla Malegowd Raghavendra
Idioma: Inglés

Carbohydrate Functional Coatings: Fundamentals and Applications provides a detailed overview of how carbohydrate coatings can be functionalized to enhance their properties, includ… Leer más

Descripción

Carbohydrate Functional Coatings: Fundamentals and Applications provides a detailed overview of how carbohydrate coatings can be functionalized to enhance their properties, including anti-microbial, antioxidant, anti-corrosive, and fire-resistant features, thus making them suitable for diverse applications. The book begins with fundamental concepts about carbohydrates, including their sources and classifications. It then discusses essential methods for applying these coatings and the techniques used to measure their effectiveness. Following sections highlight specific applications across various industries, such as food, agriculture, biomedicine, textiles, and building materials.

In addition, the content addresses challenges in the field and explores future directions for research and development, including the role of carbohydrate coatings in promoting sustainability and their potential environmental impacts. This book is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and advanced students who want to learn about the unique properties and applications of carbohydrate coatings, as well as the latest advancements in the field.

Puntos claves

Reviews several methods for functionalizing carbohydrate coatings tailored for specific applications
Features applications of carbohydrate functional coatings in a wide variety of fields, such as food preservation, drug delivery, medical devices, and textiles
Addresses the importance of sustainability in coating technologies, discussing the environmental benefits of using biodegradable and non-toxic carbohydrate coatings

De interès para

Researchers and advanced students in materials science and polymers science. Professionals involved in the design, development, and implementation of coating technologies in various industries.

Índice

Section I. Fundamentals

1. Introduction to Carbohydrates

2. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings

Section II. Essentials of Coating Processes

3. Coating Process and Methods of Coating

4. Characterization Techniques

Section III. Engineering Coatings

5. Engineering Carbohydrate Functional Anti-Corrosion Coatings

6. Engineering Carbohydrate Functional Fire-Retardant Coatings

7. Engineering Carbohydrate Functional Anti-Microbial Coatings

Section IV. Applications

8. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Implant Applications

9. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Drug Delivery Applications

10. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Food Preservation Applications

11. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Paper Applications

12. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Controlled-Release of Fertilizers

13. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Seed Coating Applications

14. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Textiles Applications

15. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Anti-Fogging Applications

16. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Anti-Fouling Applications

Section V. Design, recycling, and environmental challenges

17. Role of Carbohydrate Functional Coatings in Circular Economy

18. Toxicity and Environmental Impacts

Section VI. Conclusion and Future Directions

19. Holistic Review and Development Directions for Carbohydrate Functional Coatings

Detalles del producto

Edición: 1
Última edición
Publicado: 1 de diciembre de 2026
Idioma: Inglés

Sobre los editores

Varaprasad Kokkarachedu

Dr. Kokkarachedu Varaprasad is Associate Professor in the Facultad de Ingeniería y Tecnología, Universidad San Sebastián, Concepción, Chile. He received his PhD (2011) from the Department of Polymer Science and Technology, India, and worked as an Investigator at the Advanced Polymer Research Center (CIPA). He completed three international postdoctoral fellowships, at Creighton University (USA), Tshwane University of Technology (South Africa), and Universidad de Concepción (Chile). His research centres on the bioactivity of biocidal hybrid nanomaterials for advanced biomedical applications, aiming to translate polymer and nanotechnology research into next-generation applications. He has published over 159 articles, including 2 patents, 5 books, and 37 book chapters, and has an h-index of 48. He has received 11 research grants, edited journal special issues, and belongs to several scientific societies. He is listed in Stanford University's Top 2% of Scientists Worldwide in biomaterials, nanoscience, and nanotechnology.

Afiliaciones y experiencia

Associate Professor, Facultad de Ingeniería y Tecnología, Universidad San Sebastián, Concepción, Chile

Gownolla Malegowd Raghavendra

Dr. Raghavendra earned both his Master’s degree and PhD in Polymer Science from the Department of Polymer Science and Technology at Sri Krishnadevaraya University, India, where he was awarded a gold medal for his Master's degree. He is also a recipient of the INSPIRE fellowship. His doctoral research focused on nanoparticle functional materials for biomedical applications. Following his PhD, Dr. Raghavendra received a postdoctoral fellowship from Yonsei University in South Korea, and currently he is an academic researcher at the Sri Krishnadevaraya University, India. His research interests span nanomaterials, green synthesis, coatings, food packaging, and composites, among other areas.