Although chitin is of the most available biopolymers on Earth its uses and applications are
limited due to its low solubility. The deacetylation of chitin leads to chitosan. This biopolymer …

This review gives an updated overview of the current state-of-the-art for antimicrobial
chitosan and chitosan derivatives and the effects of structural modifications on activity and …

In the current review, food preservation methods were studied, as the food industry is facing
the challenge of storing and increasing the shelf life of cut fresh fruits and vegetables …

Intake of fruits and vegetables has been linked with various health benefits. Fruits and
vegetables can be consumed either fresh or processed. Production and consumption of …

This study aims to fabricate Eryngium campestre essential oil (ECEO) encapsulated
chitosan nanoparticles (CHNPs) through an ion gelation method. The resultant CHNP …

In this study, zein nanoparticles coated with carboxymethyl chitosan (CMCS) were prepared
to encapsulate vitamin D3 (VD3). VD3 was first encapsulated into zein nanoparticles using a …

The chitosan nano-coating film used during the storage and preservation of fruits and
vegetables is attracting increasing attention. In this investigation, the chitosan/titanium …

Edible packaging plays an important role in protecting food products from physical,
mechanical, chemical, and microbiological damages by creating a barrier against oxidation …

Smart edible coating films can be used in food packaging. For this application, they must
have good physical and mechanical properties. Herein, chitosan–beeswax based film is …

Some of the current challenges faced by the food industry deal with the natural ripening
process and the short shelf-life of fresh and minimally processed products. The loss of …