Materials Science and Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 10, 2024
Carbon
dot
nanoparticles
(CNPs)
were
synthesized
from
the
peels
of
showy
Asian
grapes
(Medinilla
speciosa)
using
microwave
irradiation
for
free
radical
scavenging.
The
optimal
emission
and
absorption
intensities
achieved
with
a
50-min
duration,
at
wavelengths
430
nm
267
nm,
respectively.
XRD
analysis
revealed
characteristic
peaks
angles
26.37°
29.63°.
FTIR
indicated
that
antioxidant
potential
is
attributed
to
hydroxyl
carboxyl
groups
on
CNPs’
surface.
TEM
images
showed
diameters
ranging
2
8
nm.
CNPs
exhibited
73.82%
activity
5
mg/mL,
an
IC
50
value
6.89
ppm,
indicating
strong
activity.
Additionally,
demonstrated
good
storage
stability,
suggesting
applications
in
food
supplements
biomedical
materials.
ACS Applied Bio Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 14, 2025
Nanomaterials
and
nanotechnology
have
garnered
significant
attention
in
the
realm
of
agricultural
production.
Carbon
dots
(CDs),
as
a
class
nanomaterials,
play
crucial
role
field
plant
growth
due
to
their
excellent
properties.
This
review
aims
summarize
recent
achievements
on
CDs,
focusing
methods
preparation
applications
plants
systems.
The
effects
CDs
seed
germination,
growth,
photosynthesis,
nutritional
quality,
stress
resistance
were
studied.
It
has
been
demonstrated
that
can
promote
germination
well
improve
photosynthetic
efficiency,
ultimately
leading
increase
yield.
quality
treated
with
was
significantly
improved.
Specifically,
levels
essential
mineral
elements,
vitamins,
amino
acids,
other
constituents
are
beneficial
human
health
increased
notably.
Additionally,
show
positive
augmenting
against
environmental
stresses,
such
drought
conditions,
heavy
metal
toxicity,
high
salinity.
Finally,
prospects
challenges
application
systems
also
discussed,
which
provide
scientific
basis
for
future
Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
24(1)
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Abstract
As
the
global
population
continues
to
grow
and
pressure
on
livestock
poultry
supply
increases,
oceans
have
become
an
increasingly
important
source
of
quality
food
for
future
generations.
However,
nutrient‐rich
aquatic
product
is
susceptible
lipid
oxidation
during
storage
transport,
reducing
its
nutritional
value
increasing
safety
risks.
Therefore,
identifying
specific
effects
products
has
particularly
critical.
At
same
time,
some
been
found
interact
with
proteins
in
various
ways,
posing
a
risk.
This
paper
provides
in‐depth
exploration
pathways,
effects,
hazards
products,
particular
focus
interaction
proteins.
Additionally,
it
discusses
impact
non‐thermal
treatment
techniques
lipids
examines
application
natural
antioxidants
products.
Future
research
endeavors
should
delve
into
interactions
between
these
their
mitigate
lipids,
thereby
enhancing
ensuring
Molecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(21), P. 5138 - 5138
Published: Oct. 30, 2024
Approximately
one-third
of
the
world's
food
production,
i.e.,
1.43
billion
tons,
is
wasted
annually,
resulting
in
economic
losses
nearly
USD
940
and
undermining
system
sustainability.
This
waste
depletes
resources,
contributes
to
greenhouse
gas
emissions,
negatively
affects
security
prices.
Although
traditional
packaging
preserves
quality,
it
cannot
satisfy
demands
extended
shelf
life,
safety,
Consequently,
active
using
biopolymer
matrices
containing
antioxidants
antimicrobials
a
promising
solution.
review
examines
current
advancements
integration
carbon
quantum
dots
(CQDs)
into
biopolymer-based
packaging,
focusing
on
their
antioxidant
antimicrobial
properties.
CQDs
provide
unique
advantages
over
nanoparticles
natural
compounds,
including
high
biocompatibility,
tunable
surface
functionality,
environmental
explores
mechanisms
through
which
impart
activities,
synthesis
methods,
functionalization
optimize
efficacy
matrices.
Recent
studies
have
highlighted
that
CQD-enhanced
biopolymers
maintain
biodegradability
with
enhanced
functions.
Additionally,
potential
challenges,
such
as
toxicity,
regulatory
considerations,
scalability
are
discussed,
offering
insights
future
research
directions
industrial
applications.
demonstrates
CQD-incorporated
transform
aligning
sustainability
goals
advancing
preservation
technologies.
