Research Progress on Food Packaging Materials
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2026 | Viewed by 141
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Packaging plays a fundamental role in the modern food system by ensuring safety, preserving quality, and extending the shelf life of products throughout the supply chain. However, the heavy reliance on conventional petroleum-based plastics has led to significant environmental challenges, necessitating a paradigm shift toward more sustainable alternatives. Recent advancements in molecular sciences and material design are now offering innovative pathways to develop high-performance, eco-friendly packaging solutions.
We are pleased to invite you to contribute to this Special Issue, titled "Research Progress on Food Packaging Materials". This issue aims to provide a comprehensive platform for the latest scientific breakthroughs in the design, synthesis, and characterization of next-generation packaging systems. The scope aligns with the International Journal of Molecular Sciences (IJMS) by emphasizing the molecular mechanisms, structural properties, and functional performance of advanced materials.
This Special Issue aims to highlight innovative solutions that address current environmental concerns and consumer demands for safer, more sustainable food protection. We seek to bring together multidisciplinary research that redefines the future of the food packaging industry.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Development of bio-based and biodegradable polymers from renewable resources;
- Integration of active agents (antioxidants, antimicrobials) for enhanced food preservation;
- Design of intelligent/smart packaging for real-time freshness and quality monitoring;
- Valorization of agri-food by-products into high-value functional packaging materials;
- Applications of nanotechnology to improve mechanical, thermal, and barrier properties;
- Investigation of molecular interactions between food components and packaging materials;
- Assessment of micro- and nanoplastic migration and safety profiles of novel materials.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Ayca Aydogdu Emir
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- bio-based polymers
- biodegradable packaging
- active packaging
- intelligent systems
- antimicrobial films
- nanotechnology
- agri-food by-products
- shelf-life extension
- molecular interactions
- sustainable materials
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