Green Analytical Technology for Assessment of the Chemical Risks in Foods

A special issue of Foods (ISSN 2304-8158). This special issue belongs to the section "Food Quality and Safety".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 June 2025 | Viewed by 2120

Special Issue Editor


E-Mail Website
Guest Editor
School of Light Industry Science and Engineering, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
Interests: food safety; ionic liquid; deep eutectic solvent; analytical chemistry; framework materials; reticular materials

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This special issue is dedicated to the latest advancements in Green Analytical Chemistry as it pertains to the assessment of chemical risks in foods. We invite contributions that showcase innovative analytical methods, techniques, and protocols designed to minimize environmental impact while maximizing the accuracy and sensitivity of food safety assessments. The focus will be on studies that employ green chemistry principles to develop sustainable solutions for the detection and quantification of chemical contaminants in food matrices.

Key Topics (but not limited to):

  • Development of green extraction techniques for food samples analysis;
  • Application of green solvents and reagents in food analysis;
  • Implementation of green sensors and biosensors for food safety;
  • Green methods for the detection of pesticide residues, mycotoxins, and other pollutants in food;
  • Strategies for reducing solvent usage, waste generation, and energy consumption in food analysis;
  • Validation and comparison of green analytical methods with traditional approaches.

Dr. Chen Fan
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Foods is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2900 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • food safety
  • detection
  • green solvent
  • quality control
  • nanomaterials
  • sample preparation
  • hazardous substances
  • emerging organic contaminants

Benefits of Publishing in a Special Issue

  • Ease of navigation: Grouping papers by topic helps scholars navigate broad scope journals more efficiently.
  • Greater discoverability: Special Issues support the reach and impact of scientific research. Articles in Special Issues are more discoverable and cited more frequently.
  • Expansion of research network: Special Issues facilitate connections among authors, fostering scientific collaborations.
  • External promotion: Articles in Special Issues are often promoted through the journal's social media, increasing their visibility.
  • Reprint: MDPI Books provides the opportunity to republish successful Special Issues in book format, both online and in print.

Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies can be found here.

Published Papers (1 paper)

Order results
Result details
Select all
Export citation of selected articles as:

Review

23 pages, 3704 KiB  
Review
Deep-Eutectic-Solvent-Decorated Metal–Organic Framework for Food and Environmental Sample Preparation
by Wanlin Deng, Chen Fan, Ruixue Zhang and Ming Jin
Foods 2024, 13(22), 3614; https://doi.org/10.3390/foods13223614 - 13 Nov 2024
Cited by 2 | Viewed by 1867
Abstract
Deep eutectic solvent (DES) is distinguished by its unique solvent properties, chemical stability, and eco-friendly nature, which are pivotal in a spectrum of chemical processes. It enhances the sample preparation process by increasing efficiency and minimizing the environmental impact. Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), which [...] Read more.
Deep eutectic solvent (DES) is distinguished by its unique solvent properties, chemical stability, and eco-friendly nature, which are pivotal in a spectrum of chemical processes. It enhances the sample preparation process by increasing efficiency and minimizing the environmental impact. Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), which are porous structures formed through coordination bonds between metal ions and organic ligands, are defined by their adjustable pore dimensions, extensive surface areas, and customizable architectures. The integration of DES within MOF to create DES@MOF capitalizes on the beneficial attributes of both materials, augmenting MOFs’ stability and versatility while providing a multifunctional carrier for DES. This composite material is both highly stable and readily tunable, establishing it as a leading contender for applications in sample preparation for food and environmental samples. This comprehensive review explores the application of DES-decorated MOF in food and environmental sample preparation and highlights the expansive potential of DES@MOF in diverse fields. We provide a detailed analysis of the characteristics of DES@MOF and its individual components, methods for decorating MOFs with DES, the advantages of these composite materials in sample pretreatment, and their specific applications in food safety and environmental monitoring. DESs are employed to modify MOFs, offering a multitude of benefits that can substantially improve the overall performance and applicability of MOFs. The review also discusses current challenges and future directions in this field, offering valuable insights for further research and development. The synergistic effects of DES and MOFs offer new opportunities for applications in food safety and other areas, leading to the development of more efficient, sensitive, and environmentally friendly analytical methods. This collaboration paves the way for sustainable technologies and innovative solutions to complex challenges. Full article
Show Figures

Figure 1

Back to TopTop