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Biopolymer-Based Films and Coatings for Food Packaging

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Closed

Plastic films from fossil sources have been established as important flexible food packaging, allowing food preservation throughout the distribution chain. Given the environmental issues associated with the production and final destination of fossil-based plastics, biopolymer films have emerged as possible alternatives to traditional polymers. However, challenges related to the improvement of properties need to be overcome for widespread use of these materials. This Topical Collection offers a platform for researchers and professionals in materials science, food technology, chemistry, and co-related areas to disseminate knowledge, innovations and experiences on sustainable food packaging materials. It encourages submissions including — but not limited to — the following topics: biopolymer-based films and coatings for food preservation, active bio-based packaging, stimuli-responsive/“intelligent” food packaging, physicochemical properties of food packaging materials, nanostructured bio-based packaging, edible packaging, (micro/nano) encapsulation, food package interactions, shelf life of packaged food products and bioplastics for food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industry.

Keywords: Biopolymers, Edible films, Food packaging, Active packaging, Food preservation, Bioplastics

Editors

  • Roniérik Pioli Vieira Roniérik Pioli Vieira

    Roniérik Pioli Vieira

    Dr. Roniérik Pioli Vieira, Assistant Professor in the Department of Bioprocess and Materials Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering, University of Campinas, Brazil.

    His research focuses on the synthesis and functionalization of polymers for several applications. Current research interests are in the synthesis of multifunctional additives for biopolymer-based food packaging; hydrogels; films; stimuli-responsive polymers; and food preservation.

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