Recent Advances in the Application of Nanotechnology in Food Industry and the Vast Vision for the Future

Palit, Sukanchan

doi:10.1016/b978-0-12-816677-2.00001-6

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“…Going further, synthesizing nanomaterials is possible by incorporating new membranes with specific properties in MBR systems for wastewater treatment. The use of nanotechnology, a science of the next generation, in MBR, improves the performance and efficiency of the process, with minor encrustation and greater efficiency in removing pollutants, promoting greater sustainability in the use of water and generation of environmental pollutants [85,87]. Ferraciolli et al [41] evaluated the extent of the potential of effluent reuse in fish processing.…”

Section: Water Recycling and Reusing In The Food Industrymentioning

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Water reuse in the food industry

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Due to the significant growing demand for water, it is urgent to those in the food industry to consider a more rational and sustainable use of such a scarce natural resource. This chapter highlights alternative food processing methods that contemplate recycling and reusing water. Based on a systematic literature review, it highlights the adoption of cleaner production methods. The chapter focus on the meat and fresh produce sectors where evidence shows that water sustainability related methods is the most needed. Suggestions are proposed to minimize water waste through the treatment of effluents and decrease the impact of effluent pollution on the environment. In so doing, clear environmental and economic benefits could be achieved through the reduction of costs and value-adding to the final product. Yet, the implementation of Cleaner Production Methods would require support from the industry, policymakers, and consumers to encourage the recycling and reuse of water.

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“…Nanotechnology is presented as one alternative within precision farming and with an eco-friendly approach. 2,41 The key point of precision farming is to use practices and devices that may be able to respond to inter-and intra-field variability in crops, aiming to maximize production and minimize the use of resources, such as fertilizers, pesticides, and so on. 3,8 Basically, within precision agriculture, nanotechnology has been proposed as a tool capable of reducing the amount of phytochemicals products applied, such as fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides, with the aim to improve crop production and diminish the environmental impact.…”

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“…Nanostructures exhibit different properties compared with the micro-or macroscale, as their self-assembly capacity results in greater chemical reactivity, mechanical resistance, electrical conductivity, and magnetism. 2 In addition, nanoparticles (NPs) allow a controlled release of encapsulated compounds, and their larger surface area can improve efficiency, using smaller amounts of raw material. 3 Owing to its versatility, nanoscience has been applied in fields as diverse as biomedicine, pharmacy, engineering, construction, agriculture, and the food industry.…”

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“…5,8,9,12 On the other hand, in the sector of the agricultural industry, nanotechnology already has a prominent position in the food and beverage technology market. 2,13 For example, currently, more than 500 nanopackaging products for food and beverages are already available in the market; and according to market reports, the gains were projected to reach USD 15 billion in 2020. 14,15 Nanomaterials can be used throughout the whole production chain, from the nanoencapsulation of active compounds, through the development of intelligent packaging, to the production of nanosensors applied to quality and sensory control.…”

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“…14,15 Nanomaterials can be used throughout the whole production chain, from the nanoencapsulation of active compounds, through the development of intelligent packaging, to the production of nanosensors applied to quality and sensory control. 2,13,16,17 Viticulture plays a significant role in economic, social, and cultural sectors around the world. The value of the global wine market is projected to reach USD 423.59 billion by 2023.…”

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Nanotechnology: recent advances in viticulture and enology

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Nowadays, nanoscience is a leading modern science that has a major impact on the food, pharmaceutical, and agriculture sectors. Several nanomaterials show a great potential for use during vine growing and winemaking processes. In viticulture, nanotechnology can be applied to protect vines against phytopathogens and to improve grape yield and quality. Thus, nanotechnology may allow the use of lesser amounts of phytochemical compounds, reducing environmental impact and promoting a more sustainable agriculture. And in winemaking, nanomaterials and nanodevices can be used to control the growth of spoilage microorganisms and to reduce or remove undesirable compounds, such as ethyl phenols (4-ethylphenol and 4-ethylguaiacol), biogenic amines, and tartaric acid, and so on, as well as to facilitate some technological processes (i.e. in wine filtration to eliminate microorganisms). This review summarizes recent studies with applications of nanotechnology in viticulture in order to facilitate agronomic management and optimize grape production and in enology to improve wine quality and safety.

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Nano‐preservation: An emerging postharvest technology for quality maintenance and shelf life extension of fresh fruit and vegetable

Shan

et al. 2023

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Postharvest handling is an important approach to reduce loss and ensure the global supply of fresh fruits and vegetables (FVs). Recently, nanomaterials are increasingly recognized for their great potentials in extending shelf life and maintaining the quality of postharvest FVs owing to their unique properties and outstanding functions with extremely small sizes. This study reviews critically applications of nanotechnology in shelf life extension and quality maintenance of postharvest FVs via nano-packaging, nano-coatings, and micro/nano-bubbles. The advantages of these nanotechnologies to effectively compensate for the shortcomings of the traditional methods are highlighted alongside future research directions at a large low-cost scale. Generally, nano-packaging, nano-coatings, and micro/nano-bubbles have the functions to modify gas or solvent permeability, inhibit pathogens infection, enhance antimicrobial capacity, and regulate the physiological activity of postharvest FVs. With the development of nanotechnology and quality control measures, it can be expected that green nanopreservation technology will be an important and novel alternative for the storage and transportation of postharvest FVs.

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Recent Advances in the Application of Nanotechnology in Food Industry and the Vast Vision for the Future

Cited by 10 publications

References 9 publications

Water reuse in the food industry

Water reuse in the food industry

Nanotechnology: recent advances in viticulture and enology

Nano‐preservation: An emerging postharvest technology for quality maintenance and shelf life extension of fresh fruit and vegetable

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