The growing concern about pollution produced by plastic waste and the consequent
environmental dangers has led to increased interest in replacing plastics with sustainable …

In the present study, sodium alginate (NaAlg)/sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (NaCMC)
composite hydrogel beads were prepared by cross-linking with barium chloride solution …

Abstract Silver Oxide (Ag 2 O)-Guar gum nanocomposite was fabricated via a simple
sonochemical co-precipitation method. The obtained photocatalyst was characterized with …

The inherent source of gelatin used for commercial hard capsules causes a surging demand
for vegetarian capsules. In this work, carrageenan is utilized in preparing hard capsules to …

Antioxidant films were prepared by mixing Artemisia sphaerocephala Krasch. gum (ASKG)
with sophora japonica extract (SJE). The physical properties, antioxidant properties and …

Seaweeds are a potentially sustainable source of natural antioxidants that can be used in
the food industry and possibly for the development of new sustainable packaging materials …

Agricultural waste is enriched with a variety of environmentally friendly materials that can
potentially boost economic growth, reduce the spread of contagious diseases, and serve as …

Lignocellulosic biomass has been emerging as a biorefinery precursor for variety of biofuels,
platform chemicals and biomaterials because of its specific surface morphology, exceptional …

The demand for bioplastic material for industrial applications is increasing. However,
moisture absorption and low mechanical strength have limited the use of bioplastic in …

In this study, Ecklonia cava alginate (ECA) was used as a base material for biodegradable
films. Calcium chloride (CaCl2) was used as a cross-linking agent, and various …