Application of Nanotechnology in the Agro-Food Sector

Nanotechnology is an emerging field of research that has been widely applied in different scientific and engineering areas. The agro-food sector is not an exception, which considers its applicability in several areas of major interest for both consumers and producers. This review considers major con...

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Published in:Food technology and biotechnology 2013-04, Vol.51 (2), p.183-183
Main Authors: Lopes, Carla Ma, Fernandes, Jose Ramiro, Ma
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Agriculture
Bioavailability
Consumer protection
consumer safety
Food
Food additives
Food industry
Food packaging
Food processing industry
Food safety
Functional foods & nutraceuticals
Ingredients
nanofiltration
nanostructures
Nanotechnology
Packaging
Proteins
Regulation
Technology application
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Summary:Nanotechnology is an emerging field of research that has been widely applied in different scientific and engineering areas. The agro-food sector is not an exception, which considers its applicability in several areas of major interest for both consumers and producers. This review considers major concepts related to nanostructures and nano-based instruments used in the food sector, as well as their applications in agro-food products. Food safety through the use of nanosensors for pathogen detection, smart packaging, and valorisation of food products by nanoencapsulation/nanodelivery of food ingredients (e.g. flavours) are examples of important areas of nanotechnology. Consumers' apprehension regarding food stability and safety issues is also considered. Key words: nanostructures, nanofiltration, food safety, food packaging, consumer safety
ISSN:1330-9862
1334-2606