A Comprehensive Review of Nanoparticles: From Classification to Application and Toxicity
Molecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(15), P. 3482 - 3482
Published: July 25, 2024
Nanoparticles
are
structures
that
possess
unique
properties
with
high
surface
area-to-volume
ratio.
Their
small
size,
up
to
100
nm,
and
potential
for
modifications
have
enabled
their
use
in
a
wide
range
of
applications.
Various
factors
influence
the
applications
NPs,
including
synthesis
method
physical
attributes
such
as
size
shape.
Additionally,
materials
used
NPs
primary
determinants
application.
Based
on
chosen
material,
generally
classified
into
three
categories:
organic,
inorganic,
carbon-based.
These
categories
include
variety
materials,
proteins,
polymers,
metal
ions,
lipids
derivatives,
magnetic
minerals,
so
on.
Each
material
possesses
activity
application
NPs.
Consequently,
certain
typically
particular
areas
because
they
higher
efficiency
along
tenable
toxicity.
Therefore,
classification
base
NP
hold
significant
importance
both
research
In
this
paper,
we
discuss
these
classifications,
exemplify
most
major
categorize
them
according
preferred
area
This
review
provides
an
overall
application,
Language: Английский
Smart conducting polymer innovations for sustainable and safe food packaging technologies
Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
23(6)
Published: Oct. 22, 2024
Abstract
Biofilm
formation
on
food
packaging
surfaces
is
a
major
issue
in
the
industry,
as
it
leads
to
contamination,
reduces
shelf
life,
and
poses
risks
human
health.
To
mitigate
these
effects,
developing
smart
coatings
that
can
actively
sense
combat
microbial
growth
has
become
critical
research
focus.
This
study
motivated
by
need
for
intelligent
solutions
integrate
antimicrobial
agents
sensors
real‐time
contamination
detection.
It
hypothesized
combining
conducting
polymers
(CPs)
with
nanomaterials
enhance
efficacy
while
maintaining
mechanical
integrity
environmental
stability
required
applications.
Through
application
of
numerous
technologies
like
surface
modification,
CP–nanoparticle
integration,
multilayered
coating,
performance
sensor
capabilities
materials
were
analyzed.
Case
studies
showed
90%
inhibition
bacterial
tenfold
decrease
viable
counts
AgNPs
incorporation,
extending
strawberries’
life
40%
fish
freshness
an
additional
5
days.
Moreover,
CP
complex
systems
have
been
shown
reduce
oxidative
spoilage
nuts
dried
fruits
up
85%,
quality
leafy
greens
3
weeks
under
suboptimal
conditions.
Environmental
assessments
indicated
30%
reduction
carbon
footprint
when
combined
biodegradable
polymers,
contributing
more
transparent
reliable
supply
chain.
CP‐based
films
integrated
exhibit
high
sensitivity,
detecting
ammonia
concentrations
below
500
ppb,
offer
significant
selectivity
sensing
hazardous
gases.
These
findings
indicate
markedly
safety
sustainability
Language: Английский
Application of Natural Functional Additives for Improving Bioactivity and Structure of Biopolymer-Based Films for Food Packaging: A Review
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(14), P. 1976 - 1976
Published: July 10, 2024
The
global
trend
towards
conscious
consumption
plays
an
important
role
in
consumer
preferences
regarding
both
the
composition
and
quality
of
food
packaging
materials,
including
sustainable
ones.
development
biodegradable
active
materials
could
reduce
negative
impact
on
environment
due
to
a
decrease
use
oil-based
plastics
amount
synthetic
preservatives.
This
review
discusses
relevant
functional
additives
for
improving
bioactivity
biopolymer-based
films.
Addition
plant,
microbial,
animal
organic
nanoparticles
into
bio-based
films
is
discussed.
Changes
mechanical,
transparency,
water
oxygen
barrier
properties
are
reviewed.
Since
microbial
oxidative
deterioration
main
causes
spoilage,
antimicrobial
antioxidant
natural
discussed,
perspective
ones
packaging.
Language: Английский
An Overview of Advanced Antimicrobial Food Packaging: Emphasizing Antimicrobial Agents and Polymer-Based Films
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(14), P. 2007 - 2007
Published: July 13, 2024
The
food
industry
is
increasingly
focused
on
maintaining
the
quality
and
safety
of
products
as
consumers
are
becoming
more
health
conscious
seeking
fresh,
minimally
processed
foods.
However,
deterioration
spoilage
caused
by
foodborne
pathogens
continue
to
pose
significant
challenges,
leading
decreased
shelf
life
quality.
To
overcome
this
issue,
researchers
exploring
new
approaches
prevent
microbial
growth
in
food,
while
preserving
its
nutritional
value
safety.
Active
packaging,
including
antimicrobial
has
gained
considerable
attention
among
current
packaging
methods
owing
wide
range
materials
used,
application
methods,
their
ability
protect
various
products.
Both
direct
indirect
can
be
used
improve
incorporating
compounds
into
materials.
This
comprehensive
review
focuses
natural
synthetic
substances
polymer-based
films,
mechanisms
applications
systems.
properties
these
compared,
persistent
challenges
field
active
emphasized.
Specifically,
there
a
need
achieve
controlled
release
agents
develop
that
possess
necessary
mechanical
barrier
properties,
well
other
characteristics
essential
for
ensuring
protection
safety,
particularly
bio-based
Language: Английский
Development and characterization of pea hull reinforced polyvinyl alcohol film for active packaging of chicken meatballs
Ritika Arora,
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Rizwana Haleem,
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Aparna Agarwal
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et al.
Food Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
484, P. 144322 - 144322
Published: April 13, 2025
Language: Английский
Versatile corn starch-based sustainable food packaging with enhanced antimicrobial activity and preservative properties
Xugang Dang,
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Songyu Han,
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X.Q. Wang
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et al.
Journal of Colloid and Interface Science,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
694, P. 137698 - 137698
Published: April 24, 2025
Language: Английский
Tailoring carboxymethyl cellulose-cased food packaging films blended with polyvinyl alcohol and nano-MMT for enhanced performance and shelf life
Cellulose,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 11, 2024
Language: Английский
Development of advanced biopolymer thin films of Carboxymethyl cellulose, Silver, and Zinc Oxide nanoparticles for avocado fruit preservation applications
Pham Van Thanh,
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Anh Mai,
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Mai Thuy Quynh
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et al.
Journal of Military Science and Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
98, P. 124 - 131
Published: Oct. 25, 2024
Nanomaterials
in
post-harvest
preservation
offer
advantages
such
as
non-toxicity,
chemical
residue-free
protection,
and
effective
inhibition
of
mold
bacteria.
Due
to
their
strong
antimicrobial
properties
ability
form
a
thin
nano-coating
on
fruit
surfaces,
even
small
amounts
nanoparticles
provide
extensive
coverage,
preventing
microbial
penetration.
This
technology
significantly
improves
quality
longevity
during
storage
transportation.
In
this
work,
we
introduced
an
advanced
biopolymer
film
carboxymethyl
cellulose
(CMC)
incorporating
ZnO
Ag
(NPs).
NPs
demonstrated
outstanding
property
that
can
be
used
for
preservation.
As
proof
concept,
the
films
enable
extend
avocado
ripening
from
up
35
days.
The
sugar
concentration
variation,
hardness,
weight
loss
with
without
integrated
days
were
compared
each
other
clarify
reduction
film.
Language: Английский