OICC Press Progress in Biomaterials 2194-0517 2 1 (December 2013) 2013 03 18 Current progress on bio-based polymers and their future trends 10.1186/2194-0517-2-8 EN Ramesh P Babu Centre for Research Adoptive Nanostructures and Nano Devices, Trinity College, Dublin 2, IE School of Physics, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, IE Kevin O'Connor School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Sciences, Centre for Synthesis and Chemical Biology, UCD Conway Institute, and Earth Institute, University College Dublin, BelfieldDublin 4, IE Ramakrishna Seeram NUSNNI, National University of Singapore, Singapore, 117581, SG Institute of Materials Research and Engineering, Singapore, 117602, SG Jinan University, Guangzhou, CN Journal Article 2013 03 18 Abstract This article reviews the recent trends, developments, and future applications of bio-based polymers produced from renewable resources. Bio-based polymers are attracting increased attention due to environmental concerns and the realization that global petroleum resources are finite. Bio-based polymers not only replace existing polymers in a number of applications but also provide new combinations of properties for new applications. A range of bio-based polymers are presented in this review, focusing on general methods of production, properties, and commercial applications. The review examines the technological and future challenges discussed in bringing these materials to a wide range of applications, together with potential solutions, as well as discusses the major industry players who are bringing these materials to the market.