Packaging

Systemic circular solutions demonstrated in European cities and regions

- Europe’s cities and regions manage many of the systems where resources are consumed, wasted and reused – from waste, water and food systems to mobility, housing and local industry. By working...

Biopolymers for sustainable food systems: role in stabilization, encapsulation, structuring, and packaging

- The growing demand for sustainable food systems has intensified the search for alternatives to synthetic additives and petroleum-based materials, positioning biopolymers as key multifunctional...

Chitosan-based films and coatings for active and intelligent food packaging: Formulation strategies, sensing mechanisms, and quality monitoring

- Conventional plastic-based food packaging has excellent barrier and mechanical properties; however, its consistent waste generation has pushed the transition toward biodegradable alternatives with...

Sustainable food packaging from meat and seafood waste: bioactive compounds, extraction, and innovation

- BackgroundThe growing demand for sustainable alternatives to conventional plastics has intensified research into food packaging materials derived from meat and seafood processing byproducts. These...

Bacterial nanocellulose composites for sustainable food packaging: a strategy to reduce postharvest loss in fresh produce

- Postharvest losses (PHLs) in fresh produce have significantly affected the economic growth, environmental sustainability, market commercialization, and overall food security. These challenges require...

Oligomeric lactic acid nanoplastics induce intrauterine growth restriction in mice by disrupting GATA2-mediated placental vascular development

26/03/2026 - Humans are increasingly exposed to "eco-friendly" biodegradable...

Physicochemical, thermal, and structural properties of cocoa pod husk: an analysis of the convective drying effect as a valorization strategy

- IntroductionCocoa pod husk (CPH), an important by-product of cocoa processing, remains underutilized despite its rich composition. This study evaluates the physicochemical properties of...

Plant?Based Biopolymer Composites for Smart and Sustainable Food Packaging: Global Insights, Recent Advances, and Future Research Directions

- Plant?based biopolymer composites are promising eco?friendly solutions for sustainable food packaging. This review explores their development, functionalization, and challenges, highlighting...