Food Gel-Based Systems: Gel-Forming and Food Applications (2nd Edition)
A special issue of Gels (ISSN 2310-2861). This special issue belongs to the section "Gel Analysis and Characterization".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 July 2026 | Viewed by 26
Special Issue Editors
Interests: hydrocolloids; food chemistry; food rheology; food gels
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Interests: bioactive compounds; extraction; encapsulation; food gels; bioaccessibility of phenolic compounds; upcycling of by-products from the agro-food industry
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Recent innovations in modern processing technology have transformed a number of scientific and industrial areas, including the food industry. Gels have attracted increasing interest in food-related disciplines due to their good biocompatibility, biodegradability, nutritional properties, and edibility. These food colloids exhibit applicative potential in domains where gel-based systems play a crucial role, such as encapsulation and the controlled release of bioactive compounds, the bioaccessibility of bioactive compounds during digestion, the structuring and stabilization of emulsions and foams, the development of meat substitutes, plant-based protein gels, dairy products, confectioneries, bakery products, and novel gel-based food products. The mechanism of gelation is determined through the gelling agent(s) and the conditions of gel formation. The incorporation of plant-based proteins, plant-based hydrocolloids, gums, and fibers to create healthier and sustainable gel-based products is explored. Novel formulations with enhanced functional properties, nutritional profiles, and reduced allergenicity are also investigated.
This Special Issue invites authors to contribute high-quality original research or review articles on the utilization of novel ingredients and formulations in the development of versatile food gels.
Dr. Buliyaminu Adegbemiro Alimi
Prof. Dr. Ana Bucić-Kojić
Prof. Dr. Mirela Planinić
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- novel food-derived gels
- encapsulation and delivery of bioactive compounds using gels
- gel based packaging and edible coatings
- structure
- processing technologies
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