The book “Advances in Bionanocomposites: Materials, Applications, and Life Cycle” compiles the most recent research on bio-based nanocomposites, with a strong focus on enhancing sustainability in terms of preparation, lifecycle, and end uses. It commences by presenting biopolymers, bionanocomposites, and the latest techniques for their production, processing, and analysis. Subsequent sections delve into specific bio-based materials, such as bionanocomposites derived from polylactic acid, poly(vinyl alcohol), chitosan, starch, cellulose, and protein. Various advanced applications are then explored, including 3D printing, high entropy alloys, wastewater treatment, agriculture, biomedicine, solar panels, electrochemical sensors, and packaging.

The book thoroughly examines and emphasizes opportunities for enhanced sustainability. The concluding section consolidates this information with comprehensive coverage of biodegradation, lifecycle analysis, environmental impact, circular economy, economic aspects, and future prospects in bionanocomposites. This publication serves as a valuable reference for researchers, advanced students, R&D professionals, and industrial scientists across various fields.

1. The book “Advances in Bionanocomposites: Materials, Applications, and Life Cycle” gathers the most recent research on bio-based nanocomposites, with a strong emphasis on enhancing sustainability in terms of preparation, lifecycle, and end uses. It starts by introducing biopolymers, bionanocomposites, and the latest methods for their synthesis, processing, and characterization. Other sections focus on specific bio-based materials, such as bionanocomposites based on polylactic acid, poly(vinyl alcohol), chitosan, starch, cellulose, and protein. Various advanced applications are then introduced, including 3D printing, high entropy alloys, wastewater treatment, agriculture, biomedicine, solar cells, electrochemical sensors, and packaging.

Throughout the book, opportunities for improved sustainability are analyzed and highlighted. The final section brings this together with in-depth coverage of biodegradation, lifecycle analysis, environmental impact, circular economy, economic considerations, and future opportunities in bionanocomposites. This publication is a valuable resource for researchers, advanced students, R&D professionals, and industrial scientists from various disciplines.