Applications of Biopolymer-Based Composites in Food Technology
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Applications".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 March 2025 | Viewed by 10
Special Issue Editors
Interests: food biotechnology; polymer biocompatibility; biopolymers; biodegradable food packaging films; food packaging; solid-state and submerged fermentation; valorisation of organic waste and by-products; food processing; food analysis; food quality; food safety; food chemistry; food composition; food microbiology
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Interests: lipase; organic chemistry; synthetic organic chemistry; synthetic medicinal chemistry; heterocyclic compounds; medicinal chemistry; medicinal and pharmaceutical chemistry; biotransformation; enzymes; immobilization; catalysis
Interests: food biotechnology; food fermentation; bioactivity of natural extracts and chemically synthesised compounds; immobilisation and microinjection of enzymes and microorganisms; microencapsulated bioactive powders; in vitro gastrointestinal digestions; developing innovative functional foods; food science; food chemistry; biotechnology; microbiology; biochemistry; antioxidant activity
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Perishable food products such as fresh fruits, vegetables, poultry, fish, and cheese are essential components of people's daily meals. Food packaging films, micro-encapsulation, spherification, and other biopolymer protective covers can enhance the longevity of perishable food by offering safeguarding and barriers. This Special Issue focuses on the transformative applications of biopolymer-based composites in food technology, emphasizing their critical role in addressing the challenges associated with perishable food items. Given the pressing environmental concerns linked to non-degradable petroleum-based plastic packaging, which contributes to pollution and potential microplastic contamination in food, the development of sustainable alternatives has become increasingly urgent. Biopolymers, derived from renewable resources, offer promising solutions through their film-forming capabilities, encapsulation, and carrier matrix, enhancing food performance and safety.
This Special Issue intends to feature a collection of original research articles and reviews exploring advancements in biopolymer composites that improve shelf life, enhance sensory attributes, and ensure food safety through innovative designs. Key studies need to analyse the addition of natural fillers and bioactive agents to create multifunctional, biodegradable films; encapsulations; or carriers that actively interact with food products. Additionally, this Special Issue addresses the challenges of optimizing mechanical properties and biodegradability, highlighting the need for practical applications within a sustainable food system. By consolidating interdisciplinary insights, this Special Issue aims to guide researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers in fostering sustainable practices in food technology.
Dr. Gheorghe Adrian Martău
Prof. Dr. Monica Ioana Tosa
Dr. Dan Cristian Vodnar
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- biopolymers
- biodegradable
- bioactive compounds
- socioeconomic and environmental sustainability
- bioavailability
- innovative industrial products and processes
- industrial technology transfer
- food innovation
- food safety and quality
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