文摘
Exopolysaccharides, believed to protect bacterial cells from environmental aspects and to produce biofilm. Exopolysaccharides show antitumor, anti-HIV and immunomodulatory properties. Significant emulsion stabilization, shear-thinning, suspension-ability, high viscosities, excellent biocompatibility biodegradability. Used in herbicides, foods, nutraceutical, cosmeceutical, pharmaceuticals, insecticides, immunomodulation and anticoagulants. Review shed light on xanthan, curdlan, hyaluronic acid and dextran; blends and composites with natural and synthetic polymers.