Biomedical hemicelluloses

Computational chemistry is a branch of chemistry that uses principles of computer science to assist in solving chemical problems. It uses the results of theoretical chemistry, incorporated into efficient computer programs, to calculate the structures and properties of molecules and solids. The lignocellulosic materials are mainly made up of a complex network of three polymers cellulose, hemicellulose, and hgnin. Due to their hydrophilicity, biodegradability, biocompatibility and low toxicity, hemicelluloses have been studied by numerous research groups with respect to their use as composites in biomedical apphcations. 

For biomedical purposes, considerable research has been done in the area of hemicelluloses due to the biocompatibility, biodegradability, and high stability of these compounds. Many hemicelluloses are already widely used in the pharmaceutical industry, while others are as yet relatively unexploited. More specialized drugs and methods of drug delivery will be necessary to fulfill requirements, as progress in the pharmaceutical industry leads to increased demands on materials for specific applications. Lots of hemicelluloses are already commonly used in this field, and other less investigated hemicelluloses may find application in the future. ... 

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