ISSN:
1572-8943
Keywords:
bioprotection
;
biostabilization
;
crystal stability limit
;
desolvation amorphization
;
fragility of saccharides
;
trehalose
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
Notes:
Abstract Trehalose dihydrate, on careful dehydration below its fusion point, retains its original crystal facets but becomes X-ray amorphous, an unusual example of direct crystal-to-glass transformation. From DSC studies, the glass obtained by this route seems to be of abnormally low enthalpy, but after an initial scan, the normal form of glass transition is exhibited, withT g=115
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01992835