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Market Research Report

Biopolymers

Published by Technical Insights, Inc.
Published June, 2007 Product code 54004
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Biopolymers published by Technical Insights, Inc. in June, 2007. This report price starts from US $ 6000.

Introduction

Abstract

This Frost & Sullivan research service titled Biopolymers provides a global assessment of the developments in biopolymer industry. The study provides the reader with useful insights that would enable an entrant or a mature participant in the market to take appropriate measures to improve the prospects of biopolymers for various applications as a business model. In this research, Frost & Sullivan' s expert analysts thoroughly examine the following application sectors: industrial sector - bioplastics; and medical sector - medical devices, tissue engineering, and drug delivery.

This analysis is available through our Technical Insights Growth Partnership Service program. With this program, clients receive industry-leading market research such as this, along with technical and econometric data and many interactive features including Analyst Inquiry Time and Client Councils.

Table of Contents

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

  • Research Scope and Methodology
    • Research Scope and Segmentation
    • Research Methodology
  • Research Overview
    • Technology and Application Overview
    • Key Findings

2 TECHNOLOGY BACKGROUNDER

  • Biopolymers--A Primer
    • From Polymers to Biopolymers
    • Snapshot of Biopolymer Synthesis Techniques
  • Types of Biopolymers
    • Key Biopolymers for Industrial Applications
    • Key Biopolymers for Medical Applications

3 INDUSTRIAL BIOPOLYMERS (BIOPLASTICS)--AN IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS

  • Snapshot of Industrial Applications
    • Traditional Plastics versus Bioplastics
    • Industrial Applications of Bioplastics
  • Technology Adoption Factor Analysis
    • Technology Drivers
    • Technology Restraints and Challenges
  • Overview of R&D and Trends in the Biopolymer Industry
    • Overview of Bioplastics R&D for Industrial Applications
    • Application Assessment for PLA; PHA; and TPS
    • Industry Trends
  • Assessment of Key Developments
    • Biobased Resins--Growing Demand in Many Industries--USA
    • Enabling Cost-Effective Bioplastic Production--USA
    • A Foray into Developing Starch-Based Biopolymers and Bioplastics--Finland
    • Biobased Resin for Food Packaging--USA
    • Biodegradable Cellulose-Based Films in Packaging--UK
    • Bioplastics for Electronic Applications--Japan
    • Developing Bioplastics from Corn--USA
    • Nanocomposite Films--Improving PLA-Based Products--Denmark
    • Proteins as a Source of Bioplastics--USA
    • Bio-Flex Biograde and Fibrolon for Varying Applications--Germany
    • Bioplastics for Automobiles--Japan
    • Bioplastics for the Food Packaging Industry--USA
    • Developing Bioplast Films--Germany

4 ADVANCED MEDICAL BIOPOLYMERS--AN IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS

  • Snapshot of Applications and Properties of Advanced Medical Biopolymers
    • Key Properties of Biopolymers for Medical Applications
    • Key Applications of Advanced Medical Biopolymers
  • Technology Adoption Factor Analysis
    • Technology and Industry Drivers
    • Technology; Industry Roadblocks; and Challenges
  • Assessment of Application Trends of Selective Biopolymers in the Medical Sector
    • Lactic Acid-Derived Polymers
    • Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA)
    • Hyaluronic Acid (HA)
    • Hydrogels and Responsive Biopolymers
  • Strategic Evaluation of the Competitive Landscape
    • SWOT Analysis for Biopolymers in a Medical Environment
    • Impact of Regulations on Biopolymers for Medical Applications
    • Biopolymers for Medical Applications--Current Trends and Future Prospects (Analyst Insights)
  • Global Assessment of Key Developments
    • From Genetic to Device Engineering--Creating Milestones in Biomaterial Production--USA
    • Novel Biopolymer Beads for Diverse Applications--UK
    • Bio (Collagen)-Matrix Implant--Empowering Ophthalmic Surgeries--Taiwan
    • From Bacillus to Hyaluronic Acid--An Unorthodox Production--Denmark
    • Bioactive Protein Polymers--Redefining Biomaterial Success --USA
    • Responsive Biopolymers--A Radical Approach to Medical Imaging and Drug Delivery--UK
    • DNA Hydrogels--From Biomolecules to Biomaterials--USA
    • Novel Bioactive Cement Scaffolds to Revolutionize Bone Engineering--USA
    • Injectable Hydrogels for Targeted Therapeutics--Singapore

5 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY SCENARIO

  • Key Patents in the Industrial Sector
    • Key US Patents
    • Key European Patents
  • Key Patents in the Medical Sector
    • Key European Patents
    • Key US Patents

6 KEY DEVELOPERS AND R&D CONTACTS

  • Key Developers--Industrial Biopolymers
    • Companies
    • Universities and Research Organizations
  • Key Developers--Advanced Medical Biopolymers
    • Corporate Contacts
    • Academic Contacts

7 DECISION SUPPORT DATABASE

  • Database Tables
    • Corn Production (1999-2006)
    • Consumption Expenditure on Food; Beverages; and Tobacco (1999-2006)
    • Government Healthcare Expenditure in Biomaterials (1999-2006)
    • Global Percentage Pharmaceutical R&D Expenditure (1999-2006)
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