Advanced Research on Intelligent Food Packaging

Dear Colleagues,

The increasing global focus on food safety, quality, and sustainability is driving unprecedented innovation in the food sector. Intelligent packaging has emerged as a transformative technology, moving beyond traditional containment and barrier functions to actively monitor, communicate, and even respond to the condition of the packaged product. This dynamic field integrates principles from materials science, nanotechnology, electronics, and biotechnology to create systems that enhance safety, extend shelf life, and provide critical information to consumers and supply chain stakeholders.

This Special Issue, "Advanced Research on Intelligent Food Packaging," aims to showcase cutting-edge research and developments in this rapidly evolving area. We welcome contributions on a wide range of topics, including the design and application of smart sensors (e.g., for gases, pathogens, or pH), freshness and time-temperature indicators, bioactive and biomimetic materials, nanotechnology-enabled solutions, and sustainable/biodegradable intelligent packaging. Furthermore, we encourage submissions on traceability systems, such as RFID and NFC tags, and technologies enabling real-time quality monitoring throughout the supply chain.

We invite original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and insightful case studies that address both fundamental scientific advances and practical implementations. By compiling the latest discoveries and trends, this issue seeks to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and significantly contribute to the future of food preservation, safety, and supply chain management.

Prof. Dr. Hejun Wu
Guest Editor

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