International Journal of Food Science & Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
59(10), P. 7011 - 7020
Published: Aug. 17, 2024
Summary
One
recent
trend
in
the
food
industry
is
using
natural
antioxidants
and
antimicrobials
as
additives
for
developing
multi‐functional
packaging.
In
this
study,
phenolic
compounds
from
patawa
(PEP),
a
neglected
Amazon
palm
tree,
were
extracted
encapsulated
nanoparticles
based
on
acetylated
cashew
gum
polysaccharide
(acCGP)
chitosan
(CS)
nanoprecipitation
technique.
The
primary
objective
was
to
evaluate
antioxidant
activity
antibacterial
properties
of
PEP
acCGP/CS@PEP.
Results
HPLC‐MS
showed
that
mainly
composed
epicatechin,
naringenin
rutin.
acCGP/CS@PEP
spheric
smooth
microstructure,
observed
with
40.1%
encapsulation
into
nanoparticles.
main
phenolics
luteolin,
quercetin
epicatechin.
Also,
FTIR
spectroscopy,
X‐ray
diffraction
differential
scanning
calorimetry
analyses
evidenced
success
encapsulation.
has
DPPH
scavenging
45‐fold
higher
than
unencapsulated
PEP,
5‐fold
ferric
reducing
power
20‐fold
potential
against
ABTS.
Similarly,
had
Escherichia
coli
(MIC
=
2.24
mg
mL
−1
),
Salmonella
enteritis
4.48
)
Staphylococcus
aureus
).
Analysis
by
SEM
potent
destructive
effect
disruption
bacterial
cell
membrane
liberation
cytoplasmic
content.
These
findings
demonstrated
could
be
efficiently
acCGP/CS
nanoparticles,
strategy
improve
efficiency
bioactive
compound
active
Measurement Food,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13, P. 100131 - 100131
Published: Dec. 31, 2023
Food
packaging
has
shown
a
considerable
deal
of
interest
in
the
use
nanotechnology.
The
current
landscape
nanotechnology
food
involves
incorporation
nanomaterials,
such
as
nanoparticles
and
nanocomposites,
into
materials
to
achieve
specific
functionalities.
These
functionalities
include
improved
barrier
properties,
antimicrobial
activity,
sensing
capabilities.
Nanoparticles,
silver
titanium
dioxide,
have
been
utilized
impart
thereby
reducing
risk
contamination
extending
shelf
life
perishable
foods.
So,
enhanced
presentation,
innovative
packaging,
smart
packaging—all
which
support
preservation
quality
traceability
throughout
supply
chain—are
developed
using
nanoparticles.
Therefore,
this
article
primarily
emphasized
on
synthesis
various
techniques
including,
electrospinning,
mechanical
milling,
etching
laser
ablation
etc.,
characterization
based
organic
inorganic
sources.
Additionally,
nanoemulsion
their
application
covered
study.
Apart
from
this,
toxicological
effect
investigated
with
associated
product.
when
developing
materials,
it's
critical
investigate
migration
interactions
polymer
matrix
since
high
surface
area
volume
ratio
might
sometimes
be
cause
nanoparticle
toxicity.
Due
to
their
potential
enhance
the
potency
in
melioration
of
food
aegis,
nanoparticles
(NP)
with
green
materials
have
gained
more
interest
area
packaging.
In
present
work,
active
wrappers
were
fabricated
using
an
admixture
Mg-ZnO
(42.95
nm)
biocomposite
(BC)
Cymbopogan
and
Zingiber
officinale.
The
functional
characteristics
mixtures
–
AM
(NP
BC)
antibacterial
activity
observed
(Escherichia
coli
7.2
mm).
GCMS
analysis
profiled
presence
antioxidants
compounds.
was
embedded
a
low-content
polymer
matrix
analyzed
for
its
structure,
function,
moisture
content,
solubility
(S2
21.52%),
water
vapor
transmission
rate
15%),
mechanical
properties.
films
highly
UV-protective
band
gaps
>4
eV
perfectly
encapsulated
poly(vinyl
alcohol).
This
bioactive
film
can
act
as
replacement
nondegradable
plastics
packaging
industry
increase
shelf
life
stored
products.
Carbohydrate Polymers,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
357, P. 123459 - 123459
Published: March 3, 2025
In
recent
years,
significant
advancements
in
biopolymer-based
packaging
have
emerged
as
a
response
to
the
environmental
challenges
posed
by
traditional
petroleum-based
materials.
The
drive
for
sustainable,
renewable,
and
degradable
alternatives
fossil-based
components
industry
has
led
an
increased
focus
on
chitosan,
second
most
abundant
biopolymer
after
cellulose.
Chitosan
offers
intrinsic
properties
such
biodegradability,
biocompatibility,
antimicrobial
activity,
excellent
barrier
film-forming
capabilities,
positioning
it
ideal
candidate
food
applications.
However,
limitations
including
inferior
mechanical,
thermal,
properties,
brittleness
compared
conventional
plastics
limiting
its
widespread
adoption
industry.
been
extensively
utilized
various
forms,
particularly
nanocomposites
incorporating
metal
nanoparticles,
leading
chitosan-based
nanocomposite
films/coatings
that
synergistically
combine
advantageous
of
both
chitosan
nanoparticles.
Through
in-depth
analysis
current
research
(primarily
last
5
years),
this
review
delves
into
physicochemical,
sensing,
innovative
material.
This
will
provide
insights
potential
toxicity
impact
nanoparticle
migration,
well
prospects
associated
with
chitosan-metal/metal
oxide
films
development
sustainable
solutions.
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(7), P. 960 - 960
Published: April 1, 2024
Though
paper
is
an
environmentally
friendly
alternative
to
plastic
as
a
packaging
material,
it
lacks
antibacterial
properties,
and
some
papers
have
low
resistance
oil
or
water.
In
this
study,
multifunctional
paper-coating
material
was
developed
reduce
the
use
of
enhance
performance.
Natural
cellulose
nanocrystals
(CNCs)
with
excellent
properties
were
used
base
for
coating.
The
CNCs
functionalized
into
dialdehyde
(DACNCs)
through
periodate
oxidation.
DACNCs
subsequently
complexed
using
erythrosine
photosensitizer
form
erythrosine–CNC
composite
(Ery-DACNCs)
photodynamic
inactivation.
Ery-DACNCs
achieved
inactivations
above
90%
after
30
min
green
light
irradiation
85%
60
white
(to
simulate
real-world
lighting
conditions),
indicating
inactivation
effects.
optimal
parameters
layer-by-layer
dip
coating
kraft
4.5-wt%
15
layers.
Compared
non-coated
polyethylene-coated
paper,
Ery-DACNC-coated
exhibited
enhanced
mechanical
(an
increase
28%
in
bursting
strength).
More
than
bacteria
inactivated
40
irradiation,
more
80%
irradiation.
Applied Surface Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
663, P. 160225 - 160225
Published: May 6, 2024
Bacterial
adhesion
is
a
serious
problem
in
the
healthcare
and
food
industries,
causing
health
problems
economic
losses.
This
study
evaluates
generation
of
Laser-Induced
Periodic
Surface
Structures
(LIPSS)
with
different
periodicities
to
reduce
bacterial
on
ferritic
stainless
steels.
LIPSS
nanostructuring
evolves
from
hydrophilic
hydrophobic
air
exposure.
Fresh
samples
870
nm
show
nearly
50
%
reduced
E.
coli
adhesion,
but
this
effect
diminishes
stabilized
samples.
can
be
attributed
periodicity
being
like
size,
which
would
allow
bacteria
accommodate
provide
suitable
environment
for
their
adhesion.
Our
results
that,
stable
when
around
400
nm,
reductions
by
almost
30
are
achieved
reduction
reaches
35
close
270
nm.
These
indicate
that
smaller
spatial
periods
prevent
fitting
into
valleys,
so
they
remain
peaks,
hindering
Additionally,
deeper
produced
higher
Density
Applied
Energy
(SDAE),
enhance
bacteria-material
interaction
and,
thus,
increases
Next Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
5, P. 100206 - 100206
Published: May 21, 2024
Nanostructured
materials
have
become
a
disruptive
force
in
the
food
sector
due
to
their
special
features
and
nanoscale
size.
They
been
deliberately
modified
at
nanoscale,
opening
door
superior
sensory
experiences,
extended
shelf
life,
safer
packaging.
These
materials,
which
include
nanoparticles,
nanocomposites,
nanoemulsions,
provide
greater
solubility,
stability,
other
distinctive
features.
The
primary
objective
of
this
study
is
comprehensively
review
analyze
various
nanostructured
material
techniques,
including
nanoencapsulation,
electrospinning,
spray
drying,
use
nanocomposites
nanoparticles
(SiO2,
TiO2,
Cu,
Au,
Ag,
ZnO,
CuO),
context
applications
within
science.
focus
on
understanding
how
these
techniques
contribute
bioactive
compound
encapsulation,
facilitate
gradual
controlled
release
compounds,
enhance
antimicrobial
activity,
improve
mechanical
stability
formulations.
By
addressing
objectives,
aims
valuable
insights
that
can
inform
development
innovative
functional
products
with
improved
properties
life.
When
its
full
potential
achieved,
nanotechnology
has
power
completely
transform
way
we
grow,
prepare,
consume
while
also
advancing
science
catering
changing
consumer
demands.