Chitosan-Based Systems for Biopharmaceuticals

Chitosan is a linear polysaccharide commercially produced by the deacetylation of chitin. It is non-toxic, biodegradable, biocompatible, and acts as a bioadhesive with otherwise unstable biomolecules - making it a valuable component in the formulation of biopharmaceutical drugs.

Chitosan-Based Systems for Biopharmaceuticals provides an extensive overview of the application of chitosan and its der...