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View article: Microbial protein-derived bioplastics from renewable substrates: pathways, challenges, and applications in a circular economy
Microbial protein-derived bioplastics from renewable substrates: pathways, challenges, and applications in a circular economy Open
Microbial protein (MP)—the protein-rich biomass derived from recovered or virgin resources—is attracting interest as a source of food and feed. However, its potential as a feedstock for protein-based bioplastics remains underexplored. Prot…
View article: Engineering antibacterial plasma-polymerized polyethylene glycol-ZnO nanocomposite coatings for extending pork sausage shelf life
Engineering antibacterial plasma-polymerized polyethylene glycol-ZnO nanocomposite coatings for extending pork sausage shelf life Open
View article: Sustainable plasma-polymerized poly(ethylene glycol)-like coatings with nitrogen-rich functionalities for antibacterial food packaging applications
Sustainable plasma-polymerized poly(ethylene glycol)-like coatings with nitrogen-rich functionalities for antibacterial food packaging applications Open
View article: Sustainable Plasma-Polymerized Poly(Ethylene Glycol)-Like Coatings with Nitrogen-Rich Functionalities for Antibacterial Food Packaging Applications
Sustainable Plasma-Polymerized Poly(Ethylene Glycol)-Like Coatings with Nitrogen-Rich Functionalities for Antibacterial Food Packaging Applications Open
View article: Impact of Multiple Reprocessing on Properties of Polyhydroxybutyrate and Polypropylene
Impact of Multiple Reprocessing on Properties of Polyhydroxybutyrate and Polypropylene Open
Biobased plastics have the potential to be sustainable, but to explore their circularity further, current end-of-life options need to be broadened. Mechanical recycling is one of the most accepted methods to bring back plastics into the lo…
View article: Degradable Plasma-Polymerized Poly(Ethylene Glycol)-Like Coating as a Matrix for Food-Packaging Applications
Degradable Plasma-Polymerized Poly(Ethylene Glycol)-Like Coating as a Matrix for Food-Packaging Applications Open
Currently, there is considerable interest in seeking an environmentally friendly technique that is neither thermally nor organic solvent-dependent for producing advanced polymer films for food-packaging applications. Among different approa…
View article: Scoring methodology for comparing the environmental performance of food packaging
Scoring methodology for comparing the environmental performance of food packaging Open
The objective of this work was to propose an environmental scoring tool for food packaging based on the assessment of three key pillars of packaging sustainability: Materials, Functionality and Post‐Usage fate. A participatory process invo…
View article: The effect of high oxygen modified atmospheres on the quality degradation of packed live blue mussels (Mytilus edulis)
The effect of high oxygen modified atmospheres on the quality degradation of packed live blue mussels (Mytilus edulis) Open
View article: Oxygen Consumption by Phalaenopsis Plantlets and Chrysanthemum Cuttings as a Function of Temperature and Time: Model Structure Validation
Oxygen Consumption by Phalaenopsis Plantlets and Chrysanthemum Cuttings as a Function of Temperature and Time: Model Structure Validation Open
Phalaenopsis spp. and Chrysanthemum are ornamentals with an important economic value. Currently, quality loss during storage and transport of plantlets and cuttings is a limiting factor for spreading the workload, broadening the export ran…
View article: A recycler’s perspective on the implications of REACH and food contact material (FCM) regulations for the mechanical recycling of FCM plastics
A recycler’s perspective on the implications of REACH and food contact material (FCM) regulations for the mechanical recycling of FCM plastics Open
This manuscript provides an overview of the legislative requirements for the use of mechanical recycled plastics in articles placed on the EU market, as seen from the perspective of a plastics recycler. The first part reviews the main prin…
View article: Characterization of spoilage markers in modified atmosphere packaged iceberg lettuce
Characterization of spoilage markers in modified atmosphere packaged iceberg lettuce Open
View article: Microbiological, chemical and sensory spoilage analysis of raw Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) stored under modified atmospheres
Microbiological, chemical and sensory spoilage analysis of raw Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) stored under modified atmospheres Open
View article: Multivariate statistical analysis for the identification of potential seafood spoilage indicators
Multivariate statistical analysis for the identification of potential seafood spoilage indicators Open
View article: Study of food preservation in defective pouches: The effect of oxygen permeation through a channel leak, induced in a seal of a package, on preservation of the food product ham sausage
Study of food preservation in defective pouches: The effect of oxygen permeation through a channel leak, induced in a seal of a package, on preservation of the food product ham sausage Open
Introduction
\nPackaging integrity is critical for the purpose of food quality, food safety and consumer trust. In 58% of the cases, seal contamination is the main reason for defective packaging (Dudbridge, M.; Turner, R. (2009): Seal inte…
View article: Applicability of biobased packaging materials for long shelf-life food products
Applicability of biobased packaging materials for long shelf-life food products Open
The research aim was to evaluate the applicability of biobased plastics for packing long shelf-life food products, both on laboratory and industrial scale. Therefore, the shelf-life (room temperature) of tortilla chips, dry biscuits and po…
View article: Heat resistance of new biobased polymeric materials, focusing on starch, cellulose, <scp>PLA</scp>, and <scp>PHA</scp>
Heat resistance of new biobased polymeric materials, focusing on starch, cellulose, <span>PLA</span>, and <span>PHA</span> Open
This review provides state of the art information on the heat resistance of biobased thermoplastic materials. It gives an overview of the parameters used to indicate heat resistance, strategies to improve the heat resistance of (biobased) …