This volume is the continuation of a successful bookseries devoted to an increasingly vital the utilization of carbohydrates as chemical raw materials. Sixteen contributions present an overview of current research thereby covering several new topics which were not dealt with in the preceeding
- production and use of inulin - its manufacture and physico-chemical properties - lactic acid production and utilization - bulking polydextrose - alkyl polyglucoside, a carbohydrate-based surfactant
As more than sixty percent of the authors come from industry, this volume is the most practice-oriented of the series. Thus, this book will be a valuable tool for young as well as for experienced researchers working in the challenging field of upgrading renewable resources.