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Advancements in Nanotechnology for Food and Packaging

  • 1st Edition - November 27, 2024
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Tabli Ghosh, Swarup Roy, Łukasz Łopusiewicz
  • Language: English

Advancements in Nanotechnology for Food and Packaging explores current trends, advances and associated challenges of the applications of nanotechnology in the food sectors,… Read more

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Advancements in Nanotechnology for Food and Packaging explores current trends, advances and associated challenges of the applications of nanotechnology in the food sectors, such as the fabrication and characterization of functional food, developments and shelf-life extension. This book is organized into 16 chapters that cover the main concepts related to the use of nanotechnology in food processing, packaging and monitoring. Coverage includes food functionalization, quality management and control, food sensory, membrane filtration technology, nanotechnology-based sensors, sustainable packaging, regulatory aspects, and much more.

This book an essential resource for materials and food scientists, technologists, researchers, academics and professionals working in nanotechnology and food science.

Key features

  • Discusses several applications of nanotechnology in the food industry, including flavoring, enhancement of shelf life, improved food storage, and more
  • Includes nano and microencapsulation, nanoemulsions, nanosensors, and nano additives
  • Features case studies demonstrating how nanotechnology is being used in today's food industry

Readership

Academic and industrial researchers interested in nanomaterials applications in the food industry

Table of contents

CHAPTER 1 Introduction to Nanotechnology in Food Science

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Nanotechnology and Food Applications

1.3 Nanotechnology in Food Safety and Quality

1.4 Nanotechnology in Food Packaging

1.5 Nanotechnology in Functional Foods

1.6 Nanotechnology in Food Processing

1.7 Nanotechnology in Food Additives

1.8 Regulatory and Safety Considerations

1.9 Future Directions

CHAPTER 2 Nanotechnology in Food Processing

2.1 Introduction

2.2 Nanotechnology in Food Manufacturing

2.3 Nano-encapsulation for Functional Foods

2.4 Nanotechnology in Food Preservation

2.5 Applications of Nanotechnology in Food Processing

2.6 Nano-modification of Food Properties

2.7 Challenges and Barriers

2.8 Regulatory and Safety Issues

2.9 Future Perspectives

CHAPTER 3 Nanomaterials in Food Packaging

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Types of Nanomaterials

3.3 Nanocomposites for Food Packaging

3.4 Applications in Packaging

3.5 Smart and Intelligent Packaging

3.6 Biodegradable Packaging

3.7 Sustainability and Environmental Impact

3.8 Challenges in Nanomaterial Application

3.9 Safety Concerns and Regulatory Framework

3.10 Future Directions

CHAPTER 4 Nanotechnology in Food Safety

4.1 Introduction

4.2 Nanotechnology in Foodborne Pathogen Detection

4.3 Nanomaterials for Antimicrobial Food Packaging

4.4 Nano-sensors for Food Quality Control

4.5 Nanotechnology in Food Preservation

4.6 Toxicology and Safety Considerations

4.7 Regulatory and Legal Framework

4.8 Challenges and Future Perspectives

CHAPTER 5 Nanotechnology in Functional Food Development

5.1 Introduction

5.2 Bioactive Compounds in Functional Foods

5.3 Nanotechnology in Functional Food Delivery Systems

5.4 Nanoencapsulation of Bioactive Compounds

5.5 Nanotechnology in Nutrient Delivery and Absorption

5.6 Health Benefits of Nanotechnology in Functional Foods

5.7 Toxicological Considerations and Safety

5.8 Regulatory and Ethical Concerns

5.9 Future Directions in Functional Food Development

CHAPTER 6 Nanotechnology in Functional Food Developments

6.1 Introduction

6.2 Bioactive Compounds in Functional Food Development

6.2.1 Phenolic Compounds

6.2.2 Flavonoids

6.2.3 Tannins

6.2.4 Carotenoids

6.2.5 Terpenoids

6.2.6 Probiotics

6.3 Nanotechnology in Functional Food Developments

6.3.1 Liposomes

6.3.2 Micelles

6.3.3 Nanoencapsulation

6.3.4 Emulsion (Micro and Nano)

6.3.5 Solid Lipid Nanoparticles

6.3.6 Protein Nanoparticles

6.4 Toxicology

6.5 Safety

6.6 Conclusion

CHAPTER 7 Nanotechnology in Food Safety

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Overview of Microbiological Risks in Food Production

7.3 General Considerations of Using Nanomaterials in Food Production

7.4 Antimicrobial Properties of Nanomaterials

7.5 Antimicrobial Films for Food Packaging

7.6 Bacteriophages as Nanomaterials

7.7 Food Monitoring

7.8 Smart Packaging and Nanosensors

7.9 Nanotechnology in Disinfection of Production Lines

7.10 Limitations of Using Nanomaterials in Food Safety

7.11 Conclusions and Future Directions

CHAPTER 8 Nanocomposites in Food Packaging

8.1 Introduction

8.2 Nanomaterials and Nanofillers

8.2.1 Clays and Silicates

8.2.2 Cellulose-Based Nanomaterials

8.2.3 Bacterial Cellulose

8.2.4 Carbon Nanotubes

8.2.5 Starch Nanocrystals

8.2.6 Chitin Nanocrystals

8.2.7 Protein Nanoparticles

8.2.8 Inorganic Nanoparticles

8.3 Nanocomposite Materials

8.3.1 Polymer Nanocomposites

8.3.2 Nonpolymer-Based Nanocomposites

8.4 Polymeric Nanocomposites for Food Packaging Applications

8.4.1 Antimicrobial Nanocomposite

8.4.2 Polymeric Nanocomposite-Based Oxygen-Scavenging Films

8.4.3 Edible Nanocomposites

8.4.4 Biodegradable Nanocomposites

8.4.5 Active Nanocomposites

8.5 Safety Aspects and Future Prospects

CHAPTER 9 Anticaking Agents and Colorants for Food Products

9.1 Introduction

9.2 Food Additives

9.2.1 Classification

9.2.2 Effects of Food Additives

9.2.3 Uses of Food Additives

9.3 Anticaking Agents

9.3.1 Types

9.3.2 Effects on Human Health

9.3.3 Functions of Various Anticaking Agents

9.3.4 Use of Anticaking Agents in Food Products

9.4 Food Colorants

9.4.1 Purpose of Food Coloring

9.4.2 Regulation of Colorant Usage

9.4.3 Classification of Food Colorants

9.4.4 Food Colorants on Health Aspects

9.5 International Numbering System for Anticaking Agents and Colorants

9.6 Summary and Future Perspective

CHAPTER 10 Fabrication of Functional Nanomaterials from Food Waste

10.1 Introduction

10.2 Food Waste and Its Potential as an Agent for Nanomaterial Fabrication

10.3 Pretreatment of Food Waste for Green Synthesis

10.3.1 Thermal Pretreatment

10.3.2 Mechanical Pretreatment

10.3.3 Chemical Pretreatment

10.3.4 Biological Pretreatment

10.3.5 Emerging Pretreatment Techniques

10.4 Nanomaterial Fabrication/Synthesis Techniques

10.4.1 Food Waste Extract as a Biological Reagent for Nanomaterial Synthesis from a Precursor

10.4.2 Food Waste as the Precursor for Nanomaterial Synthesis

10.4.3 Food Waste-Derived Biopolymer and Bioplastics for Nanomaterial Synthesis

10.5 Characterization and Analysis of Nanomaterials

10.5.1 Characterization Methods

10.6 Applications of Food Waste-Derived Nanomaterials

10.7 Conclusion

CHAPTER 11 Nanoencapsulation and Nanocarriers: Edible Food Packaging

11.1 Introduction

11.2 Materials for Nanoencapsulation in Food Packaging

11.2.1 Polysaccharide in Nanoencapsulation

11.2.2 Lipids in Nanoencapsulation

11.2.3 Proteins in Nanoencapsulation

11.3 Nanoencapsulation Techniques in Edible Packaging

11.3.1 Comparison Between Nanoencapsulation Techniques

11.4 Applications of Nanoencapsulation in Edible Food Packaging

11.5 Controlled Release Systems in Edible Packaging

11.6 Nanocarriers for Nutrient Delivery in Edible Packaging

11.7 Interactions Between Nanoencapsulated Materials and Food Components

11.8 Safety Considerations of Nanomaterials in Edible Packaging

11.9 Environmental Impact and Sustainability of Nanoencapsulated Packaging

11.10 Challenges, Future Perspectives, and Trends

CHAPTER 12 Nanotechnology in Edible Films and Coatings

12.1 Introduction

12.2 Classification of Edible Films and Coatings

12.2.1 Nanofillers

12.2.2 Biopolymers

12.3 Role of Nanoparticles in Edible Films

12.3.1 Antimicrobial Properties

12.3.2 Mechanical Properties

12.3.3 Moisture and Gas Barrier Properties

12.3.4 Thermal Properties

12.4 Current Status of Edible Food Packaging Using Nanotechnology

12.4.1 Intelligent Packaging

12.4.2 Active Packaging

12.4.3 Smart Packaging

12.4.4 Biodegradable Packaging

12.4.5 Sustainable Packaging

12.5 Fabrication of Nanoparticle-Integrated Edible Films and Coatings

12.5.1 Edible Films Preparation

12.5.2 Edible Coatings

12.6 Application of Edible Films

12.7 Application of Edible Coating

12.8 Conclusion and Future Perspective

CHAPTER 13 Nanotechnology in Sustainable Food Packaging

13.1 Introduction

13.2 Properties of Nanoparticles

13.2.1 Physical Properties

13.2.2 Thermal Properties

13.2.3 Catalytic Properties

13.3 Types of Nanoparticles

13.3.1 Inorganic Nanoparticles

13.3.2 Organic Nanoparticles

13.4 Various Nanomaterials Used in Food Packaging

13.4.1 Nanocellulose

13.4.2 Nanostarch

13.4.3 Chitosan Nanoparticles

13.4.4 Protein-Based Nanoparticles

13.4.5 Carbon-Based Nanomaterials

13.4.6 Metallic Nanoparticles

13.4.7 Nanoclay

13.5 Synthesis of Nanoparticles

13.5.1 Top-Down Approaches

13.5.2 Bottom-Up Approaches

13.6 Antimicrobial Activity of Nanoparticles

13.7 Applications of Nanomaterial-Based Food Packaging

13.7.1 Improved Packaging

13.7.2 Active Packaging

13.7.3 Intelligent/Smart Packaging

13.7.4 Oxygen Scavenging Packaging

13.7.5 Nano-Based Sensors in Food Packaging

13.7.6 Nano-Coatings

13.7.7 Nanolaminates

13.7.8 Micro-Packaging

13.7.9 Package with Built-in Heating and Cooling

13.8 Public Acceptance

13.9 Toxicological Effects for Nanoparticles in Food Packaging

13.10 Nanotechnology in Food Regulation

13.11 Conclusion

CHAPTER 14 Nanotechnology in Antimicrobial Packaging

14.1 Introduction

14.2 Antimicrobial Food Packaging

14.3 Types of Nanostructures

14.3.1 Nanoparticles

14.3.2 Organic Nanoparticles

14.3.3 Inorganic Nanomaterials

14.3.4 Carbon-Based Nanomaterials

14.3.5 Nanoliposomes

14.3.6 Nanoemulsions

14.3.7 Carbon Nanotubes

14.3.8 Nanoclays

14.3.9 Nano Hydrogels

14.4 Antimicrobial Mechanism of Nanomaterials

14.5 Fabrication of Nanomaterials

14.5.1 Top-Down Approach

14.5.2 Ball Milling Technique

14.5.3 Bottom-Up Approach

14.6 Applications of Nanotechnology in Antimicrobial Food Packaging

14.6.1 Food Packaging

14.6.2 Active Packaging

14.6.3 Smart Packaging

14.7 Consumer Perspectives on Antimicrobial Food Packaging

14.8 Challenges, Safety Aspects, and Future Prospects

14.9 Conclusion

CHAPTER 15 Nanotechnology in Gas-Scavenging Additives

15.1 Introduction

15.2 Methods of Gas Scavenging/Absorption

15.2.1 Ethylene

15.2.2 Oxygen

15.2.3 Carbon Dioxide

15.3 Gas-Scavenging Materials and Their Mechanisms

15.3.1 Oxygen-Scavenging Materials

15.3.2 Ethylene-Scavenging Materials

15.3.3 Carbon Dioxide Scavenging Materials

15.4 Applications of Gas-Scavenging Systems on Food Products

15.4.1 Oxygen-Scavenging Systems

15.4.2 Ethylene-Scavenging Systems

15.4.3 Carbon Dioxide Scavenging Materials

15.5 Challenges and Future Perspectives

15.6 Conclusions

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: November 27, 2024
  • Language: English

About the editors

TG

Tabli Ghosh

Tabli Ghosh is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Food Engineering and Technology at Tezpur University, India. She obtained her PhD degree from the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, India. During her PhD, she has received DST INSPIRE Fellowship. Dr. Ghosh was a special research student at the United Graduate School of Agricultural Science, Gifu University, Japan, during her PhD with JASSO Fellowship. Additionally, she has also been the gold medalist during her Bachelor of Technology and Master of Technology in the Department of Food Engineering and Technology at Tezpur University, India. Her work mainly focuses on food nanotechnology, functional materials, sustainable materials, biodegradable polymers, bionanocomposites, edible food packaging, and product development.

Affiliations and expertise
Department of Food Engineering and Technology, Tezpur University, India

SR

Swarup Roy

Dr. Swarup Roy is currently working as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Food Technology and Nutrition, Lovely Professional University, India. He completed his PhD degree as a DST INSPIRE Fellow from University of Kalyani, India (2011-2016). He worked on microbial biosynthesis of metallic nanoparticles, fabrication bio-nanocomposite materials. During his postdoctoral research he worked on fabrication of bio-composite films in active and intelligent food packaging films. His current research work is focused on the preparation and application of biopolymer-based functional composite material for packaging applications. He is recognized by Stanford University’s list of the world’s Top 2% of the Most-Cited Scientists in Single Year and career Citation Impact.

Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Department of Food Technology and Nutrition, School of Agriculture, Lovely Professional University, India

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Łukasz Łopusiewicz

Łukasz Łopusiewicz works in the Center of Bioimmobilisation and Innovative Packaging Materials, West Pomeranian University of Technology, Szczecin, Poland.
Affiliations and expertise
Center of Bioimmobilisation and Innovative Packaging Materials, West Pomeranian University of Technology, Szczecin, Poland

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