Background Plant-based proteins as an alternative to synthetic polymers have attracted the
interest of the global packaging industry in the last decade due to their biodegradability …

Active biodegradable packaging are being developed from biodegradable biopolymers
which may solve the environmental problems caused by petroleum-based materials …

The development of food-borne and infectious diseases has increased globally at an
anomalous rate and is combined with emerging social and economic problems. This …

As the IV generation of packaging, biopolymers, with the advantages of biodegradability,
process ability, combination possibilities and no pollution to food, have become the leading …

The food industry is continuously evolving through the application of innovative tools and
ingredients towards more effective, safe, natural and ecofriendly solutions to satisfy the …

The lipoperoxidation and the oxidation of pigments and proteins reduces the quality and
nutritional value of meat products. The use of antioxidants slows down this reaction …

Advanced food packaging technology ensures food safety from pollutants and microbial
pathogens, extending the shelf-life period of the preserved foods. However, conventional …

Edible packaging can be used to decrease food deterioration. Preventing oxidation is based
on eliminating exposure of food products to oxygen by removing oxygen from the packaging …

Active edible films represent one of the current and future trends in the development of new
polymers for selected applications, particularly food packaging. Some biopolymers show …

In order to improve the quality of food and to extend their shelf life, a new generation of
active edible films is being especially intended after the incorporation of organic acids …