Essential Oil and Plant Extracts: Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Activity

Dear Colleagues,

Essential oils and plant extracts are volatile and aromatic mixtures of various compounds with pronounced biological activity. Their chemical composition depends on the source from which they are derived and the type of their isolation, which affects the antimicrobial activity of the oil. Many studies have focused on the connection between the chemical composition of plant derivatives, such as essential oils and extracts, and their antimicrobial activity. Currently, researchers are focusing on the biological activity of these plant derivatives and their application in various matrices as food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic preparations. Therefore, the main subject of this Special Issue is the determination of the chemical composition of essential oils and plant extracts, and the examination of their antimicrobial activity. Manuscripts including the practical application of essential oils and plant extracts based on their antimicrobial activity in food protection, food packaging materials and other aspects related to the food industry are especially encouraged.

Dr. Bojana Danilović
Dr. Ivana Karabegović
Dr. Jelena Stanojević
Guest Editors

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