Starch is the most important widely spread polysaccharide used for the synthesis of
biopolymer film. Renewable source, abundance, cost effectiveness and excellent film …

Interest in the development of smart and active biodegradable packaging materials is
increasing as food manufacturers try to improve the sustainability and environmental impact …

The accumulation of high amounts of petro-based plastics is a growing environmental
devastation issue, leading to the urgent need to innovate eco-safe packaging materials at an …

Nanocomposites are promising drug carriers to treat terminal cancers with few adverse
effects. Herein, nanocomposite hydrogels composed of carboxymethyl cellulose …

Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) is a natural polyester of microbial origin and is an excellent
substitute for petroleum-based food packaging materials. However, moderate mechanical …

Electrosprayed zein nanoparticles containing 10%(w/w) of clove essential oil (CEO) were
prepared and then with different levels (5, 10, and 15% w/w) in the starch matrix were used …

Nanoclays, 2D layered mineral silicates, have been used for centuries and have retained a
prominent role in advancing materials science and technology. This class of materials has …

In recent years, the demand for environmental sustainability has caused a great interest in
finding novel polymer materials from natural resources that are both biodegradable and eco …

In food production sectors, food spoilage and contamination are major issues that threaten
and negatively influence food standards and safety. Several physical, chemical, and …

Biocomposite materials create a huge opportunity for a healthy and safe environment by
replacing artificial plastic and materials with natural ingredients in a variety of applications …