About this Research Topic
The use of biopolymers in packaging solutions has gained significant attention in recent years as a means of addressing the growing problem of plastic waste and its impact on the environment. Biopolymers are derived from renewable sources such as plants and are biodegradable, making them a sustainable alternative to traditional petroleum-based plastics. Research in this area aims to explore the potential of biopolymers in various packaging applications and to understand their impact on the sustainability of packaging solutions. This includes investigating the mechanical properties and biodegradability of different biopolymers, as well as the potential for their use in packaging for food, medical, and industrial products. As society becomes increasingly aware of the environmental impact of plastic waste, research in this area has the potential to lead to significant advances in sustainable packaging solutions that can benefit both industry and the environment. We invite researchers in the field of biopolymers and sustainable packaging to submit original and high-impact articles for this research topic.
The goal of this research topic is to investigate the potential of biopolymers as sustainable packaging solutions and to understand their impact on the environment. In addition, the topic aims to investigate the use of bioactive compounds in functional food packaging. Plastic waste has become a global problem, with millions of tons ending up in landfills and oceans every year. Biopolymers, derived from renewable sources such as plants, are biodegradable and have the potential to be a sustainable alternative to traditional petroleum-based plastics. Recent advances in the production and processing of biopolymers have led to the development of new materials with improved properties. This research topic aims to investigate the mechanical properties, biodegradability, environmental impact, and economic feasibility of biopolymers in various packaging applications such as food, medical, and industrial products. It also aims to explore the incorporation of bioactive compounds into functional food packaging to improve its shelf life and safety.
The scope of this research topic is to explore the potential of biopolymers as sustainable packaging solutions and to understand their impact on the environment. We are particularly interested in manuscripts that address the following topics:
• Mechanical properties and biodegradability of various biopolymers
• Formulation of new products based on biopolymers applicable to the development of packaging solutions
• The potential of biopolymers for use in packaging for food, medical, and industrial products
• Life cycle assessment (LCA) of biopolymers- based packaging solutions.
• Functional food packaging solutions based on biopolymers.
• Recyclability of biopolymer-based packaging products
We welcome submissions of original research articles, reviews, and perspectives that provide new insights into the potential of biopolymers as sustainable packaging solutions and the use of bioactive compounds in functional food packaging. We also encourage submissions that present case studies and practical applications of biopolymers in packaging.
The goal of this research topic is to investigate the potential of biopolymers as sustainable packaging solutions and to understand their impact on the environment. In addition, the topic aims to investigate the use of bioactive compounds in functional food packaging. Plastic waste has become a global problem, with millions of tons ending up in landfills and oceans every year. Biopolymers, derived from renewable sources such as plants, are biodegradable and have the potential to be a sustainable alternative to traditional petroleum-based plastics. Recent advances in the production and processing of biopolymers have led to the development of new materials with improved properties. This research topic aims to investigate the mechanical properties, biodegradability, environmental impact, and economic feasibility of biopolymers in various packaging applications such as food, medical, and industrial products. It also aims to explore the incorporation of bioactive compounds into functional food packaging to improve its shelf life and safety.
The scope of this research topic is to explore the potential of biopolymers as sustainable packaging solutions and to understand their impact on the environment. We are particularly interested in manuscripts that address the following topics:
• Mechanical properties and biodegradability of various biopolymers
• Formulation of new products based on biopolymers applicable to the development of packaging solutions
• The potential of biopolymers for use in packaging for food, medical, and industrial products
• Life cycle assessment (LCA) of biopolymers- based packaging solutions.
• Functional food packaging solutions based on biopolymers.
• Recyclability of biopolymer-based packaging products
We welcome submissions of original research articles, reviews, and perspectives that provide new insights into the potential of biopolymers as sustainable packaging solutions and the use of bioactive compounds in functional food packaging. We also encourage submissions that present case studies and practical applications of biopolymers in packaging.
Keywords: Biopolymers, Sustainable packaging, Plastic waste, Renewable sources, Biodegradability, Mechanical properties, Food packaging, Bioactive compounds, Functional food packaging
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