Application of Food Biomacromolecules in Food Packaging
A special issue of Foods (ISSN 2304-8158). This special issue belongs to the section "Food Packaging and Preservation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 May 2026 | Viewed by 92
Special Issue Editor
Interests: active and intelligent packaging; food preservation; encapsulation and controlled release of active compounds; shelf life extension; food safety
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Food biomacromolecules—including proteins, polysaccharides, lipids, and their complexes—represent a promising class of renewable and biodegradable materials that are increasingly recognized for their versatile roles in developing sustainable packaging solutions while enhancing food preservation and safety. With growing environmental concerns over conventional plastic waste, the systematic exploration of these biopolymers—from extraction and modification to characterization and practical implementation—has become a critical research focus in food science, materials engineering, and green technology.
This Special Issue aims to highlight recent advances in the design, analysis, and application of food-derived macromolecules in packaging systems. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following: novel extraction and modification methods for biomacromolecules; structure–function relationships and performance optimization; film and coating development with tailored barrier, mechanical, and bioactive properties; biodegradability and environmental impact assessments; and scaling strategies for industrial adoption.
We invite authors to contribute original research articles, as well as review articles, on food biomacromolecules and their applications in packaging, which have current or potential applications in reducing plastic pollution, extending shelf life, and supporting a circular bioeconomy.
Prof. Dr. Hualin Wang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- food biomacromolecules
- intelligent packaging
- edible films
- food preservation
- active packaging
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