バイオポリマーの進化

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.

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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)