Green Materials for Active Food Packaging (Engineering Materials)
Language: English
Published by Springer, 2025
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- Title
- Green Materials for Active Food Packaging (Engineering Materials)
- Publisher
- Springer
- Publication year
- 2025
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 9819603684
- ISBN 13
- 9789819603688
This book highlights the critical role of green materials in sustainable, active food packaging. Beginning with an introductory chapter outlining the importance of green materials and sustainability in food packaging, the book progresses through various topics, including the properties and applications of biopolymers, the potential of biodegradable materials, and antimicrobial agents to enhance food safety. Innovations like edible packaging, polymer nanocomposites, and smart sensors for monitoring quality are thoroughly examined, showcasing their roles in improving food preservation and safety. Additionally, the book evaluates the environmental benefits of natural, bio-based materials and their effectiveness in active packaging applications. Each chapter critically discusses the challenges, advancements, and regulatory considerations in adopting these innovative solutions. By providing a detailed analysis of the potential and challenges associated with green materials, this volume is a comprehensive guide for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers alike. It encourages continued research and development in sustainable food packaging, fostering a deeper understanding of how these materials can enhance environmental and food safety outcomes. It is a crucial addition to the literature on sustainable practices in the food industry.
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About the Author
Dr. Shahid ul Islam is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Sciences and Humanities at Jamia Millia Islamia (A Central University), New Delhi, India. Before joining Jamia Millia Islamia, he worked as a Fulbright Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of California, Davis, United States. He is on the editorial board of several journals and is a member of many groups, including the American Chemical Society (USA), and is a life member of the Asian Polymer Association.
Dr. Mohammad Shahid is an Assistant Professor & Head of the Department of Chemistry at Mewar University, Chittorgarh, India. Before joining MU, he worked at various esteemed institutions including Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, Soochow University, China, University of Glasgow, UK, Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai and Dr K N Modi University, Rajasthan. Dr Shahid has received several esteemed fellowships to support his research pursuits, including research grants from UGC, India, China Postdoctoral Fellowship, EU Marie Curie Fellowship, and Dr. D. S. Kothari Fellowship.
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