Application of nano-ZnO in the food preservation industry: antibacterial mechanisms, influencing factors, intelligent packaging, preservation film and safety

Q Gao, Z Feng, J Wang, F Zhao, C Li… - Critical Reviews in Food …, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
In recent years, how to improve the functional performance of food packaging materials has
received increasing attention. One common inorganic material, nanometer zinc oxide (ZnO …

[HTML][HTML] Micronutrients and their effects on horticultural crop quality, productivity and sustainability

N Ahmed, B Zhang, Z Chachar, J Li, G Xiao, Q Wang… - Scientia …, 2024 - Elsevier
Horticultural crop quality is an important aspect of agricultural production because it directly
influences customer preference, market value, and overall sustainability. Micronutrients are …

Bio-coatings for preservation of fresh fruits and vegetables

C Ungureanu, G Tihan, R Zgârian, G Pandelea - Coatings, 2023 - mdpi.com
In response to increasing concerns over food waste and safety, and the environmental
impacts of traditional conservation methods, this review aims to explore the potential of bio …

[HTML][HTML] The effect of cold plasma pretreatment on drying efficiency of beetroot by intermittent microwave-hot air (IMHA) hybrid dryer method: Assessing drying kinetic …

A Kamkari, S Dadashi, MK Heshmati, J Dehghannya… - LWT, 2024 - Elsevier
This study examined the effects of cold plasma (CP) pretreatment with durations of 1, 3, and
5 min on drying kinetics, microstructure, and physical properties, including shrinkage …

Bridging agro-science and human nutrition: zinc nanoparticles and biochar as catalysts for enhanced crop productivity and biofortification

N Ahmed, L Deng, MN Narejo, I Baloch… - Frontiers in Plant …, 2024 - frontiersin.org
The integration of zinc nanoparticles (Zn NPs) with biochar offers a transformative approach
to sustainable agriculture by enhancing plant productivity and human nutrition. This …

A novel edible biocomposite coating based on alginate from the brown seaweed Dictyota mertensii loaded with beeswax nanoparticles extends the shelf life of yellow …

LP de Oliveira Queiroz, EMM Aroucha… - International Journal of …, 2025 - Elsevier
In this study, an edible biocomposite coating of alginate extracted from the brown seaweed
Dictyota mertensii was loaded with beeswax nanoparticles (BDMAB) to extend the shelf life …

Comprehensive Literature Review on Metal Nanoparticle for Enhanced Shelf Life of Mango Fruit

Y Yiblet, I Abdu, B Belew - The Scientific World Journal, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
The purpose of this review was to investigate the application of metal nanoparticles in fruit
shelf life extension. Despite growing interest in nanoparticles and their potential …

Effect of microalgae-based ZnO nanoparticles coating on postharvest quality of organically grown blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) fruit

S Ouzakar, NS Senhaji, H Bouziane, J Abrini - Food Bioscience, 2024 - Elsevier
Blueberries are rich in polyphenolic compounds, mainly anthocyanins, responsible for
strong antioxidant activities beneficial to human health. However, they are easily perishable …

Amelioration of sodium alginate-CNC edible coating with thyme and/or clove essential oil for post-harvest quality of guava

A Mahapatra, J Dhakane-Lad, S Patil… - Journal of Food …, 2024 - Springer
The effect of sodium alginate-crystalline nanocellulose based pickering emulsion containing
different concentrations of thyme and clove essential oils on post-harvest storage life and …

Enhancing grape freshness and quality with nano zinc oxide coating: a study on post-harvest preservation and grape molasses

V Jamali, A Emamifar, H Beiginejad, M Moradi… - Journal of Food …, 2024 - Springer
Grapes are important sources of phenolic compounds, anthocyanins, and ascorbic acid,
which are recognized for their significant biological benefits. This study aimed to explore the …