Poly‐(1→4)‐β‐d‐glucuronan

Introduction Historical Outline Chemical Structure Occurrence Physiological Function Chemical Analysis and Detection Chemical Hydrolysis Enzymatic Hydrolysis NMR Studies Biosynthesis Biodegradation Molecular Genetics Biotechnological Production Fermentative Production Specific Production Conditions for Specific Glucuronan Chemical Routes as an Alternative? Recovery and Purification Properties Physical and Chemical Properties Biological Properties Applications Cosmetics Agriculture Medicine Patents Outlook and Perspectives Keywords: bacterial exopolysaccharide; Rhizobium; fermentation; glucuronan; acetylation; oligoglucuronans; purification; glucuronan gels; immunostimulating agent; plant defenses; cosmetics