Chitosan-Based Hybrid Nanomaterials

Chitosan-Based Hybrid Nanomaterials focuses on chitosan, an abundantly occurring biopolymer, to present possibilities for the removal of contaminants and a greener approach towards a cleaner environment - combining nanotechnology with the deployment of naturally occurring materials to remedy environmental challenges. This book fills research gaps and what is known about chitosan-based nanomaterials. Considering the importance of naturally occurring materials with the applied knowledge of nanotechnology in the field of environmental restoration, this book is an ideal resource for interested parties and career professionals.

• Covers properties, synthesis, and characterization of chitosan nanostructures and their utilization in the removal of contaminants
• Highlights the latest developments on the utilization of chitosan in environmental restoration
• Summarizes the importance of chitosan nanostructures for several applications