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Dey B, Prabhakar MR, Jayaraman S, Gujjala LKS, Venugopal AP, Balasubramanian P. Biopolymer-based solutions for enhanced safety and quality assurance: A review. Food Res Int 2024; 191:114723. [PMID: 39059918 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2024.114723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2024] [Revised: 06/25/2024] [Accepted: 07/02/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024]
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The improper disposal of petroleum-based plastics has been associated with detrimental environmental consequences, such as the proliferation of microplastic pollution and increased emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs). Consequently, biopolymers have emerged as a highly regarded alternative due to their environmental-friendly attributes and versatile range of applications. In response to consumer demands for safer food options, sustainable packaging, and escalating environmental concerns, the food sector is increasingly adopting biopolymers. Further, in the recent decade, the usage of active or functional biopolymers has evolved into smart biopolymers that can transmit real-time data to consumers. This review covers key topics such as antimicrobial and biodegradable packaging, edible coatings and films, incorporation of scavengers and bioactive substances that prolong the shelf life and guard against moisture and microbial contamination. The paper also discusses the development of edible cutlery as a sustainable substitute for plastic, the encapsulation of bioactive substances within biopolymers, 3-D food printing for regulated nutrition delivery and thickening and gelling agents that improve food texture and stability. It also discusses the integration of smart polymer functions, demonstrating their importance in guaranteeing food safety and quality, such as biosensing, pH and gas detection, antibacterial characteristics, and time-temperature monitoring. By shedding light on market trends, future scope, and potentialities, this review aims to elucidate the prospects of utilizing biopolymers to address sustainability and quality concerns within the food industry effectively.
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- Baishali Dey
- Department of Biotechnology & Medical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Rourkela, 769 008, India
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- Department of Biotechnology & Medical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Rourkela, 769 008, India
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- Department of Biotechnology & Medical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Rourkela, 769 008, India
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- Department of Food Process Engineering, National Institute of Technology Rourkela, 769 008, India
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- Department of Biotechnology & Medical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Rourkela, 769 008, India.
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Abdelkader RMM, Hamed DA, Gomaa OM. Red cabbage extract immobilized in bacterial cellulose film as an eco-friendly sensor to monitor microbial contamination and gamma irradiation of stored cucumbers. World J Microbiol Biotechnol 2024; 40:258. [PMID: 38954148 PMCID: PMC11219387 DOI: 10.1007/s11274-024-04047-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/04/2024]
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The aim of the present study is to develop a pH-sensing biopolymer film based on the immobilization of red cabbage extract (RCE) within bacterial cellulose (BC) to detect contamination and gamma radiation exposure in cucumbers. The results obtained show a sensitivity to pH changes for RCE in its aqueous form and that incorporated within BC films (RCE-BC), both showed color change correlated to bacterial growth (R2 = 0.91), this was supported with increase in pH values from 2 to 12 (R2 = 0.98). RCE and RCE-BC exposure to gamma radiation (0, 2.5, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 kGy) resulted in gradual decrease in color that was more evident in RCE aqueous samples. To sense bacterial contamination of cucumbers, the total count was followed at 0, 5, 10 and 15 days in cold storage conditions and was found to reach 9.13 and 5.47 log cfu/mL for non-irradiated and 2 kGy irradiated samples, respectively. The main isolates detected throughout this storage period were identified as Pseudomonas fluorescens, Erwinia sp. Pantoea agglomerans using matrix assisted laser desorption ionization-time of flight-ms (MALDI-TOF-MS). Bacterial growth in stored irradiated cucumbers was detected by color change within 5 and 10 days of storage, after which there was no evident change. This is very useful since contamination within the early days of storage cannot be sensed with the naked eye. This study is the first to highlight utilizing RCE and RCE-BC as eco-friendly pH-sensing indicator films for intelligent food packaging to detect both food contamination and gamma preservation for refrigerator stored cucumbers.
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- Reham M M Abdelkader
- Radiation Microbiology Department, National Center for Radiation Research and Technology (NCRRT), Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority (EAEA), Cairo, Egypt.
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- Radiation Microbiology Department, National Center for Radiation Research and Technology (NCRRT), Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority (EAEA), Cairo, Egypt
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- Radiation Microbiology Department, National Center for Radiation Research and Technology (NCRRT), Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority (EAEA), Cairo, Egypt
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Ávila Oliveira BD, Gomes RS, de Carvalho AM, Lima EMF, Pinto UM, da Cunha LR. Revolutionizing food safety with electrochemical biosensors for rapid and portable pathogen detection. Braz J Microbiol 2024:10.1007/s42770-024-01427-6. [PMID: 38922532 DOI: 10.1007/s42770-024-01427-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
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Foodborne diseases remain a worldwide concern, despite the advances made in sanitation, pathogen surveillance and food safety management systems. The methods routinely applied for detecting pathogens in foods are time consuming, labor intensive and usually require trained and qualified individuals. The objective of this review was to highlight the use of biosensors, with a focus on the electrochemical devices, as promising alternatives for detecting foodborne pathogens. These biosensors present high speed for obtaining results, with the possibility of evaluating foods in real time, at low cost, ease of use, in addition to being compact and portable. These aspects are considered advantageous and suitable for use in food safety management systems. This work also shows some limitations for the application of biosensors, and we present perspectives with the development and use of nanomaterials.
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- Brígida D' Ávila Oliveira
- Health and Nutrition Graduate Program, Federal University of Ouro Preto (UFOP), Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Health and Nutrition Graduate Program, Federal University of Ouro Preto (UFOP), Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Health and Nutrition Graduate Program, Federal University of Ouro Preto (UFOP), Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Food Research Center (FoRC), Department of Food and Experimental Nutrition, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of São Paulo (USP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Food Research Center (FoRC), Department of Food and Experimental Nutrition, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of São Paulo (USP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Foods, Health and Nutrition Graduate Program, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Federal University of Ouro Preto (UFOP), Ouro Preto, 35400-000, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
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Chiu I, Ye H, Aayush K, Yang T. Intelligent food packaging for smart sensing of food safety. ADVANCES IN FOOD AND NUTRITION RESEARCH 2024; 111:215-259. [PMID: 39103214 DOI: 10.1016/bs.afnr.2024.06.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/07/2024]
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In this contemporary era, with over 8 billion people worldwide, ensuring food safety has become more critical than ever. To address this concern, the introduction of intelligent packaging marks a significant breakthrough. Essentially, this innovation tackles the challenge of rapid deterioration in perishable foods, which is vital to the well-being of communities and food safety. Unlike traditional methods that primarily emphasize shelf-life extension, intelligent packaging goes further by incorporating advanced sensing technologies to detect signs of spoilage and contamination in real-time, such as changes in temperature, oxygen levels, carbon dioxide levels, humidity, and the presence of harmful microorganisms. The innovation can rely on various packaging materials like plastics, metals, papers, or biodegradable polymers, combined with sophisticated sensing techniques such as colorimetric sensors, time-temperature indicators, radio-frequency identification tags, electronic noses, or biosensors. Together, these elements form a dynamic and tailored packaging system. This system not only protects food from spoilage but also offers stakeholders immediate and adequate information about food quality. Moreover, the real-world application on seafood, meat, dairy, fruits, and vegetables demonstrates the feasibility of using intelligent packaging to significantly enhance the safety and shelf life of a wide variety of perishable goods. By adopting intelligent packaging for smart sensing solutions, both the food industry and consumers can significantly reduce health risks linked with contamination and reduce unnecessary food waste. This underscores the crucial role of intelligent packaging in modern food safety and distribution systems, showcasing an effective fusion of technology, safety, and sustainability efforts aimed at nourishing a rapidly growing global population.
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- Ivy Chiu
- Food, Nutrition and Health, Faculty of Land and Food Systems, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Food, Nutrition and Health, Faculty of Land and Food Systems, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Food, Nutrition and Health, Faculty of Land and Food Systems, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Food, Nutrition and Health, Faculty of Land and Food Systems, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
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Bhatlawande AR, Ghatge PU, Shinde GU, Anushree RK, Patil SD. Unlocking the future of smart food packaging: biosensors, IoT, and nano materials. Food Sci Biotechnol 2024; 33:1075-1091. [PMID: 38440679 PMCID: PMC10908671 DOI: 10.1007/s10068-023-01486-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2023] [Revised: 11/07/2023] [Accepted: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2024] Open
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This review examines how biosensors, the Internet of Things (IoT), and nano materials can revolutionize food packaging. It highlights the limitations of traditional packaging, particularly concerning barrier properties and food quality monitoring. The paper aims to provide specific insights into the potential of these technologies. Biosensors enable real-time monitoring and spoilage detection, ensuring safer products, while IoT enhances traceability and transparency in the supply chain, leading to reduced material waste, energy waste, and operational inefficiencies, ultimately improving efficiency. Nano materials offer improved barrier capabilities, strength, and antimicrobial properties, enhancing product quality and sustainability. The review paper also discusses the promising future of smart food packaging, driven by technological advancements and consumer demand for safer and eco-friendly products. However, it acknowledges the challenges related to regulations, sustainability, and consumer acceptance that need to be addressed for widespread adoption. In conclusion, this paper demonstrates how smart food packaging with biosensors, IoT, and nano materials can transform the food industry by overcoming traditional limitations and meeting evolving consumer needs, providing improved food safety, quality, and sustainability.
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- Department of Food Chemistry & Nutrition, CFT, VNMKV, Parbhani, India
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- Department of Food Science & Nutrition, CCS, VNMKV, Parbhani, India
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- Department of Food Process Engineering, CAET, VNMKV, Parbhani, India
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Raghuvanshi S, Khan H, Saroha V, Sharma H, Gupta HS, Kadam A, Dutt D. Recent advances in biomacromolecule-based nanocomposite films for intelligent food packaging- A review. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 253:127420. [PMID: 37852398 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127420] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2023] [Revised: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 10/10/2023] [Indexed: 10/20/2023]
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In food packaging, biopolymer films are biodegradable films made from biomacromolecule-based natural materials, while biocomposite films are hybrids of two or more materials, with at least one being biodegradable. Bionanocomposites are different than the earlier ones, as they consist of various nanofillers (both natural and inorganic) in combination with biomacromolecule-based biodegradable materials to make good compostable bionanocomposites. In this regard, a new type of material known as bionanocomposite has been recently introduced to improve the properties and performance of biocomposite films. Bionanocomposites are primarily developed for active packaging, but their use in intelligent packaging is also noteworthy. For example, bionanocomposites developed using a hybrid of anthocyanin and carbon dots as intelligent materials have shown their high pH-sensing properties. The natural nanofillers (like nanocellulose, nanochitosan, nanoliposome, cellulose nanocrystals, cellulose nanofibers, etc.) are being employed to promote the sustainability, degradability and safety of bionanocomposites. Overall, this article comprehensively reviews the latest innovations in bionanocomposite films for intelligent food packaging over the past five years. In addition to packaging aspects, the role of nanofillers, the importance of life cycle assessment (LCA) and risk assessment, associated challenges, and future perspectives of bionanocomposite intelligent films are also discussed.
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- Sharad Raghuvanshi
- Department of Paper Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Uttarakhand 247667, India.
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- Department of Paper Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Uttarakhand 247667, India
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- Department of Paper Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Uttarakhand 247667, India
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- Department of Paper Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Uttarakhand 247667, India
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- Department of Polymer and Process Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Uttarakhand 247667, India
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- Department of Paper Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Uttarakhand 247667, India
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- Department of Paper Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Uttarakhand 247667, India.
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Ali A, Bairagi S, Ganie SA, Ahmed S. Polysaccharides and proteins based bionanocomposites as smart packaging materials: From fabrication to food packaging applications a review. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 252:126534. [PMID: 37640181 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2023] [Revised: 08/08/2023] [Accepted: 08/24/2023] [Indexed: 08/31/2023]
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Food industry is the biggest and rapidly growing industries all over the world. This sector consumes around 40 % of the total plastic produced worldwide as packaging material. The conventional packaging material is mainly petrochemical based. However, these petrochemical based materials impose serious concerns towards environment after its disposal as they are nondegradable. Thus, in search of an appropriate replacement for conventional plastics, biopolymers such as polysaccharides (starch, cellulose, chitosan, natural gums, etc.), proteins (gelatin, collagen, soy protein, etc.), and fatty acids find as an option but again limited by its inherent properties. Attention on the initiatives towards the development of more sustainable, useful, and biodegradable packaging materials, leading the way towards a new and revolutionary green era in the food sector. Eco-friendly packaging materials are now growing dramatically, at a pace of about 10-20 % annually. The recombination of biopolymers and nanomaterials through intercalation composite technology at the nanoscale demonstrated some mesmerizing characteristics pertaining to both biopolymer and nanomaterials such as rigidity, thermal stability, sensing and bioactive property inherent to nanomaterials as well as biopolymers properties such as flexibility, processability and biodegradability. The dramatic increase of scientific research in the last one decade in the area of bionanocomposites in food packaging had reflected its potential as a much-required and important alternative to conventional petroleum-based material. This review presents a comprehensive overview on the importance and recent advances in the field of bionanocomposite and its application in food packaging. Different methods for the fabrication of bionanocomposite are also discussed briefly. Finally, a clear perspective and future prospects of bionanocomposites in food packaging were presented.
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- Akbar Ali
- Department of Chemistry, Kargil Campus, University of Ladakh, Kargil 194103, India.
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- Materials and Manufacturing Research Group, James Watt School of Engineering, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G128QQ, UK
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- State Key Laboratory of Silkworm Genome Biology, Chongqing Engineering Research Centre for Biomaterial Fiber and Modern Textile, College of Sericulture, Textile of Biomass Science, Southwest University, 400715 Chongqing, PR China
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- Department of Chemistry, Government Degree College Mendhar, Jammu & Kashmir 185211, India; Higher Education Department, Government of Jammu & Kashmir, Jammu 180001, India; University Centre of Research & Development (UCRD), Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab 140413, India.
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Sadr S, Lotfalizadeh N, Ghafouri SA, Delrobaei M, Komeili N, Hajjafari A. Nanotechnology innovations for increasing the productivity of poultry and the prospective of nanobiosensors. Vet Med Sci 2023; 9:2118-2131. [PMID: 37433046 PMCID: PMC10508580 DOI: 10.1002/vms3.1193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2022] [Revised: 05/22/2023] [Accepted: 06/03/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023] Open
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Nanotechnology is an innovative, promising technology with a great scope of applications and socioeconomic potential in the poultry industry sector. Nanoparticles (NPs) show the advantages of high absorption and bioavailability with more effective delivery to the target tissue than their bulk particles. Various nanomaterials are available in different forms, sizes, shapes, applications, surface modifications, charges and natures. Nanoparticles can be utilised in the delivery of medicines, targeting them to their right effective site in the body and, at the same time, decreasing their toxicity and side effects. Furthermore, nanotechnology can be beneficial in the diagnosis of diseases and prevention of them and in enhancing the quality of animal products. There are different mechanisms through which NPs could exert their action. Despite the vast benefits of NPs in poultry production, some concerns about their safety and hazardous effects should be considered. Therefore, this review article focuses on NPs' types, manufacture, mechanism of action and applications regarding safety and hazard impact.
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- Soheil Sadr
- Faculty of Veterinary MedicineDepartment of Pathobiology, Ferdowsi University of MashhadMashhadIran
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- Faculty of Veterinary MedicineDepartment of Pathobiology, Ferdowsi University of MashhadMashhadIran
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- Faculty of Veterinary MedicineDepartment of Pathobiology, Ferdowsi University of MashhadMashhadIran
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- Faculty of Veterinary MedicineDepartment of Pathobiology, Ferdowsi University of MashhadMashhadIran
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- Faculty of Veterinary MedicineDepartment of Pathobiology, Ferdowsi University of MashhadMashhadIran
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- Faculty of Veterinary MedicineDepartment of Pathobiology, Islamic Azad University Olom TahghighatTehranIran
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Pires JRA, Rodrigues C, Coelhoso I, Fernando AL, Souza VGL. Current Applications of Bionanocomposites in Food Processing and Packaging. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15102336. [PMID: 37242912 DOI: 10.3390/polym15102336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2023] [Revised: 05/10/2023] [Accepted: 05/15/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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Nanotechnology advances are rapidly spreading through the food science field; however, their major application has been focused on the development of novel packaging materials reinforced with nanoparticles. Bionanocomposites are formed with a bio-based polymeric material incorporated with components at a nanoscale size. These bionanocomposites can also be applied to preparing an encapsulation system aimed at the controlled release of active compounds, which is more related to the development of novel ingredients in the food science and technology field. The fast development of this knowledge is driven by consumer demand for more natural and environmentally friendly products, which explains the preference for biodegradable materials and additives obtained from natural sources. In this review, the latest developments of bionanocomposites for food processing (encapsulation technology) and food packaging applications are gathered.
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- João Ricardo Afonso Pires
- MEtRiCS, CubicB, Departamento de Química, NOVA School of Science and Technology (FCT NOVA), Campus de Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
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- MEtRiCS, CubicB, Departamento de Química, NOVA School of Science and Technology (FCT NOVA), Campus de Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
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- LAQV-REQUIMTE, Departamento de Química, NOVA School of Science and Technology (FCT NOVA), Campus de Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
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- MEtRiCS, CubicB, Departamento de Química, NOVA School of Science and Technology (FCT NOVA), Campus de Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
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- MEtRiCS, CubicB, Departamento de Química, NOVA School of Science and Technology (FCT NOVA), Campus de Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
- INL-International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory, Av. Mestre José Veiga s/n, 4715-330 Braga, Portugal
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Yao X, Yun D, Xu F, Chen D, Liu J. Development of shrimp freshness indicating films by immobilizing red pitaya betacyanins and titanium dioxide nanoparticles in polysaccharide-based double-layer matrix. Food Packag Shelf Life 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fpsl.2022.100871] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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Khalid MY, Arif ZU. Novel biopolymer-based sustainable composites for food packaging applications: A narrative review. Food Packag Shelf Life 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fpsl.2022.100892] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Agarwal A, Shaida B, Rastogi M, Singh NB. Food Packaging Materials with Special Reference to Biopolymers-Properties and Applications. CHEMISTRY AFRICA 2022. [PMCID: PMC9389508 DOI: 10.1007/s42250-022-00446-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Food is an important material for survival. The increasing world population, urbanization, and globalization are responsible for more food. This has increased challenges in food storage and safety. Therefore, it is necessary to preserve food by suitable packaging materials. The packaging materials are useful for giving longer life to the food and improving quality during transportation, storage and distribution. Innovations and developments in food packaging, have become very important in the food industry. Variety of packaging materials such as plastics, paper, metal, and glass are used in food packaging. Most widely used packaging materials are non-biodegradable plastics but these are harmful to environment and human health. Therefore, the food industry is in search of environment friendly replacement of non-biodegradable plastics by biodegradable plastics. However, no systematic literature is available on the subject, so there is a need to summarise the available information in a systematic way. Polymer packaging materials with special reference to biodegradable plastics have been discussed in detail. Different type of biodegradable plastics with their functionality and applications in food packaging have been summarised. Literature available has shown that biodegradable plastics are much better for food packaging as compared to other packaging materials. Increasing fundamental research in the use of biodegradable polymers in food packaging and effort to protect the environment, requires deep understanding and there are lot of challenges for commercialization, which are to be tackled. All these aspects have been discussed in this review article.
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Metallic and Metal Oxides Nanoparticles for Sensing Food Pathogens—An Overview of Recent Findings and Future Prospects. MATERIALS 2022; 15:ma15155374. [PMID: 35955309 PMCID: PMC9370041 DOI: 10.3390/ma15155374] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2022] [Revised: 07/30/2022] [Accepted: 08/03/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Nowadays, special importance is given to quality control and food safety. Food quality currently creates significant problems for the industry and implicitly for consumers and society. The effects materialize in economic losses, alterations of the quality and organoleptic properties of the commercial products, and, last but not least, they constitute risk factors for the consumer’s health. In this context, the development of analytical systems for the rapid determination of the sanitary quality of food products by detecting possible pathogenic microorganisms (such as Escherichia coli or Salmonella due to the important digestive disorders that they can cause in many consumers) is of major importance. Using efficient and environmentally friendly detection systems for identification of various pathogens that modify food matrices and turn them into food waste faster will also improve agri-food quality throughout the food chain. This paper reviews the use of metal nanoparticles used to obtain bio nanosensors for the purpose mentioned above. Metallic nanoparticles (Au, Ag, etc.) and their oxides can be synthesized by several methods, such as chemical, physical, physico-chemical, and biological, each bringing advantages and disadvantages in their use for developing nanosensors. In the “green chemistry” approach, a particular importance is given to the metal nanoparticles obtained by phytosynthesis. This method can lead to the development of good quality nanoparticles, at the same time being able to use secondary metabolites from vegetal wastes, as such providing a circular economy character. Considering these aspects, the use of phytosynthesized nanoparticles in other biosensing applications is also presented as a glimpse of their potential, which should be further explored.
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Rahman S, Chowdhury D. Guar gum-sodium alginate nanocomposite film as a smart fluorescence-based humidity sensor: A smart packaging material. Int J Biol Macromol 2022; 216:571-582. [PMID: 35803412 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.07.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2022] [Revised: 06/30/2022] [Accepted: 07/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Perishable packed foods are easily damaged by the change in relative humidity. In this work, we demonstrate that guar gum- sodium alginate blending with glucose-glycerol carbon dots nanocomposite film can be used to detect relative humidity. The fabricated nanocomposite film was an excellent smart sensor based on the fluorescence 'on-off' mechanisms against humidity. The study demonstrates that at different relative humidity conditions, such as 11 %, 33 %, 75.30 %, 84 %, and 97 %, there is a change in the fluorescence of biocomposite films under UV light. The practical feasibility of the biocomposite developed film was tested in real conditions by placing a piece of bread with high humidity conditions wrapped with the developed nanocomposite film. It was observed that under such conditions, marked quenching of fluorescence was observed and hence detection of humidity was possible. Hence, the fabricated nanocomposite film can monitor the packed food freshness using just a UV light source. Such biopolymer nanocomposite is potential materials and may find application as smart packaging materials, especially as food packaging materials.
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- Sazzadur Rahman
- Material Nanochemistry Laboratory, Physical Sciences Division, Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology, Paschim Boragaon, Garchuk, Guwahati 781035, India
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- Material Nanochemistry Laboratory, Physical Sciences Division, Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology, Paschim Boragaon, Garchuk, Guwahati 781035, India.
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Sobhan A, Muthukumarappan K, Wei L. A biopolymer-based pH indicator film for visually monitoring beef and fish spoilage. FOOD BIOSCI 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fbio.2021.101523] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Recent Advancements in Smart Biogenic Packaging: Reshaping the Future of the Food Packaging Industry. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14040829. [PMID: 35215741 PMCID: PMC8878437 DOI: 10.3390/polym14040829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2021] [Revised: 01/26/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
Abstract
Due to their complete non-biodegradability, current food packages have resulted in major environmental issues. Today’s smart consumer is looking for alternatives that are environmentally friendly, durable, recyclable, and naturally rather than synthetically derived. It is a well-established fact that complete replacement with environmentally friendly packaging materials is unattainable, and bio-based plastics should be the future of the food packaging industry. Natural biopolymers and nanotechnological interventions allow the creation of new, high-performance, light-weight, and environmentally friendly composite materials, which can replace non-biodegradable plastic packaging materials. This review summarizes the recent advancements in smart biogenic packaging, focusing on the shift from conventional to natural packaging, properties of various biogenic packaging materials, and the amalgamation of technologies, such as nanotechnology and encapsulation; to develop active and intelligent biogenic systems, such as the use of biosensors in food packaging. Lastly, challenges and opportunities in biogenic packaging are described, for their application in sustainable food packing systems.
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Pacheco MP, Gómez ORT, Escamilla GC, Aranda SD, Velázquez MGN. Obtaining and characterization of bioplastics based on potato starch, aloe, and graphene. POLIMEROS 2022. [DOI: 10.1590/0104-1428.20220084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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