Bio-nanocomposites are bio-based polymers made up of two major components in which
one acts as a matrix called biopolymer (continuous phase) and second called as …

Packaging of food products is one of the most important stages of the food supply chain.
Nano-size materials for packing food substances with appropriate properties result in better …

Nanotechnology has revolutionized almost all the fields of science and technology,
particularly the food packaging industry. Accordingly, some nanoparticles can be used in …

Chitosan as one of the natural biopolymers with antimicrobial activities could be a good
choice to be applied in many areas including pharmaceuticals, foods, cosmetics, chemicals …

In agreement with the current trend of giving value to natural and renewable resources, the
use of natural antimicrobial compounds, particularly in food and biomedical applications …

The use of edible films and coatings is an environmentally friendly technology that offers
substantial advantages for shelf-life increase of many food products including fruits and …

Chitosan, obtained as a result of the deacetylation of chitin, one of the most important
naturally occurring polymers, has antimicrobial properties against fungi, and bacteria. It is …

Traditional antimicrobials have been extensively used for many years. However, consumers
are currently demanding wholesome, fresh‐like, and safe foods without addition of …

Processing of fruits and vegetables generates physiological stresses in the still living cut
tissue, leading to quality deterioration and shorter shelf life as compared with fresh intact …

Minimally processed refrigerated (MPR) fruits and vegetables are an important and rapidly
developing class of MPR foods. These convenience foods are being produced by unique …