Biotechnology of Microbial Exopolysaccharides

by Ian W. Sutherland

Book Overview

This volume provides a thorough account of the structure and synthesis of microbial exopolysaccharides and of their widespread application across a broad range of industries, including food, oil and medicine. The successful exploitation of these polysaccharides requires a sound scientific understanding of their chemical and physical properties and also their biochemistry and biosynthesis.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521063949
• ISBN13: 9780521063944
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"