Advances in Bionanocomposites: Materials, Applications, and Life Cycle brings together the latest research in bio-based nanocomposites, with a strong emphasis on improved sustainability in terms of preparation, lifecycle and end applications. The book begins by introducing biopolymers, bionanocomposites and the latest methods for their synthesis, processing and characterization. Other sections focus on specific bio-based materials, including bionanocomposites based on polylactic acid, poly(vinyl alcohol), chitosan, starch, cellulose, and protein. A range of advanced applications are then introduced across 3D printing, high entropy alloys, wastewater remediation, agriculture, biomedicine, solar cells, electrochemical sensors, and packaging.

Throughout the book, opportunities for improved sustainability are analyzed and highlighted. The final section brings this together with in-depth coverage of biodegradation, lifecycle, environmental impact, circular economy, economic considerations and future opportunities in bionanocomposites. This is a valuable resource for researchers, advanced students, R&D professionals, and industrial scientists from a range of disciplines.


Part 1: Advance techniques in bionanocomposites 1. Classification of natural and synthetic biopolymers and fundamental aspects of bionanocomposites 2. Green synthesis and methodologies of nanomaterials: state of the art 3. Processing methods and characterization techniques of sustainable polymers: challenges and emerging technologies

Part 2: Materials 4. Polylactic acid-based bionanocomposites: Synthesis, properties, and applications 5. Poly (vinyl alcohol) based bionanocomposites: Synthesis, properties, and applications 6. Chitosan based bionanocomposites: Synthesis, properties, and applications 7. Starch based bionanocomposites: Synthesis, properties, and applications 8. Cellulose based bionanocomposites: Synthesis, properties, and applications 9. Protein based bionanocomposites: Synthesis, properties, and applications

Part 3: Applications of bionanocomposites10. Electrospinning of bionanocomposites: Properties and applications 11. 3d printing of bionanocomposites and their broad spectrum of applications 12. Applications of bionanocomposites in high entropy alloys 13. Wastewater remediation of bionanocomposites 14. Agricultural applications of bionanocomposites 15. Biomedical applications of bionanocomposites 16. Solar cell technology and electrochemical sensors utilization of bionanocomposites 17. Edible and nonedible packaging implementation of bionanocomposites

Part 4: Biodegradation, life cycle, and circular economy 18. Evaluation of biodegradation of bionanocomposites 19. Environmental impact, health implications, and life cycle assessment of bionanocomposites 20. Economic considerations and upcoming horizons in the field of bionanocomposites