Applications of biopolymer/polymer-based packaging films have been typically limited on an
industrial scale owing to their poor technological, and functional characteristics, as well as …

In recent years, with advantages of versatility, functionality, and convenience, multilayer food
packaging has gained significant interest. As a single entity, multilayer packaging combines …

Chitosan (CS) films have demonstrated strong antibacterial properties, excellent
biocompatibility and biodegradability, but poor UV blocking, oxygen and water barrier and …

The aim of the study was to prepare zein active film incorporated with pomegranate peel
extract (PE) encapsulated in chitosan nanoparticles (CSNPs) for food packaging. Ultrasonic …

Plant proteins are gaining attention in recent times. Apart from the greater sustainability and
environment-friendliness offered by plant proteins, improved health consciousness among …

With the constant increase in protein demand globally, it is expedient to develop a strategy
to effectively utilize protein, particularly those extracted from plant origin, which has been …

Chitosan (C) and zein (Z) were used to develop bilayer films with a characteristic one-way
water barrier using a layer-by-layer (LBL) casting method. The effects of mass ratios (C: Z 1 …

Background The interfacial performance of protein and polysaccharide plays a vital role in
the improvement of food quality. As an innovative technology in food processing, cold …

A series of chitosan/zein blend films in different proportions were prepared. Firstly, the
chitosan and zein solutions were blended in different volume ratios: 1: 0 (C/Z-0), 1: 1 (C/Z-1) …

In order to improve their functional properties, zein films were modified by a two-step method
consisting of compositing with chitosan, followed by exposure to cold plasma. Various …