Preparation and Characterization of Whey Protein-Based Polymers Produced from Residual Dairy Streams

Preparation and Characterization of Whey Protein-Based Polymers Produced from Residual Dairy Streams

The wide use of non-biodegradable, petroleum-based plastics raises important environmental concerns, which urges finding alternatives. In this study, an alternative way to produce polymers from a renewable source—milk proteins—was investigated with the aim of replacing polyethyle...

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Main Authors: Bushra Chalermthai, Wui Yarn Chan, Juan-Rodrigo Bastidas-Oyanedel, Hanifa Taher, Bradley D. Olsen, Jens Ejbye Schmidt
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-04-01
Series:Polymers
Subjects:
protein-based polymer
copolymerization
whey protein
mechanical properties
PEGMA
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/11/4/722

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