Lignin and Its Composites: A Sustainable Tool for Health Care and Medical Applications – Introduction

Abstract

Biomaterials are gaining tremendous interest in research and industry due to the increasing problems associated with the usage of non-renewable materials. Among various biopolymers, lignin has gained huge scientific interest because of its outstanding properties such as good mechanical properties, thermal stability, availability, low-cost and environmental benefits. Lignin-based composites and nanocomposites are considered as a hotspot today. Recently, lignin-based composite materials have gained tremendous popularity in medical applications including wound dressing, tissue engineering, drug delivery, antimicrobial applications and other medical purposes. This book comprehensively discusses the role of lignin and its composites in health care and medical applications.