Advances in Edible Packaging Systems for Food Preservation
Processing, Bioactive Agents and Preservation
- 1st Edition - March 1, 2026
- Latest edition
- Editors: Zuhaib F. Bhat, Alaa El-Din A. (Aladin) Bekhit
- Language: English
Advances in Edible Packaging Systems for Food Preservation: Processing, Bioactive Agents and Preservation presents a comprehensive exploration into the innovative field of edible… Read more
Advances in Edible Packaging Systems for Food Preservation: Processing, Bioactive Agents and Preservation presents a comprehensive exploration into the innovative field of edible packaging for food preservation. The book examines cutting-edge solutions designed to extend shelf life and enhance the safety of foods derived from meat, eggs, milk, plants, cereals, fish, and seafood. Through a detailed analysis of current processing methods and the integration of bioactive agents, readers gain insights into how edible packaging systems are revolutionizing food technology. Covering both traditional and emerging practices, the text is essential for professionals and students seeking a deeper understanding of sustainable packaging.
In addition to its thorough overview, the book delves into the impact of emerging technologies like cold plasma, ultrasonication, electrospinning, high-pressure processing, 3D printing, and pulsed light on packaging development. It discusses alternative film materials sourced from insects, fungi, and algae, and evaluates innovative bioactive agents such as novel peptides, nanoemulsions, nanoparticles, and nanofibers. The engineering challenges, environmental implications, and consumer perceptions associated with edible packaging are also explored, making this resource invaluable for those in food science, agriculture, nutrition, and related fields.
In addition to its thorough overview, the book delves into the impact of emerging technologies like cold plasma, ultrasonication, electrospinning, high-pressure processing, 3D printing, and pulsed light on packaging development. It discusses alternative film materials sourced from insects, fungi, and algae, and evaluates innovative bioactive agents such as novel peptides, nanoemulsions, nanoparticles, and nanofibers. The engineering challenges, environmental implications, and consumer perceptions associated with edible packaging are also explored, making this resource invaluable for those in food science, agriculture, nutrition, and related fields.
- Provides critical insights from available literature on edible packaging
- overs the role of emerging technologies, alternative film materials, novel bioactive agents, engineering aspects, environmental impacts, and consumer perception
- Explores the environmental aspects, social perception, and acceptance of edible packaging
Scientists and students from food science, plant proteins and cereal science, nanotechnology and nanofiber science, human nutrition, and agricultural science. Students and scientists working on different aspects of food packaging, preservation and nanotechnology
1. Role of packaging in the preservation of foods
2. Importance and processing of edible packaging and potential applications in the food industry
3. Protein-based edible packaging for food preservation
4. Carbohydrate-based edible packaging for food preservation
5. Lipid-based edible packaging for food preservation
6. Edible packaging systems for delivery of food additives, flavour and active ingredients
7. Nanocomposites and nanoparticles for the development of edible packaging for food preservation
8. Role of emerging and novel technologies for the development of edible packaging for food preservation
9. Edible packaging for fresh meat and meat products
10. Edible packaging for milk, cheese and dairy products
11. Edible packaging for fish, seafood, egg, and their products
12. Edible packaging for fruits, vegetables and other plant foods
13. Environmental, engineering, sustainability and safety aspects related to edible packaging systems
14. Consumer perception and acceptability of edible packaging systems
2. Importance and processing of edible packaging and potential applications in the food industry
3. Protein-based edible packaging for food preservation
4. Carbohydrate-based edible packaging for food preservation
5. Lipid-based edible packaging for food preservation
6. Edible packaging systems for delivery of food additives, flavour and active ingredients
7. Nanocomposites and nanoparticles for the development of edible packaging for food preservation
8. Role of emerging and novel technologies for the development of edible packaging for food preservation
9. Edible packaging for fresh meat and meat products
10. Edible packaging for milk, cheese and dairy products
11. Edible packaging for fish, seafood, egg, and their products
12. Edible packaging for fruits, vegetables and other plant foods
13. Environmental, engineering, sustainability and safety aspects related to edible packaging systems
14. Consumer perception and acceptability of edible packaging systems
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: March 1, 2026
- Language: English
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Zuhaib F. Bhat
Zuhaib F. Bhat is working as an Associate Professor in the Division of Livestock Products Technology of SKUAST-Jammu (India). He was awarded his PhD from Lincoln University (Department of Wine, Food and Molecular Biosciences) in collaboration with the University of Otago (Department of Food Science). Dr. Bhat has worked on different aspects of animal products (meat, milk, and their products) for more than 14 years. He has published more than 90 research papers, 50 review articles, 30 book chapters and 03 books.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor, Division of Livestock Products Technology of SKUAST-Jammu, IndiaA(
Alaa El-Din A. (Aladin) Bekhit
Alaa El-Din A. Bekhit, PhD, has earned his PhD in biochemistry from Lincoln University, New Zealand in 2004. He obtained his MSc in food process engineering from the University of Reading, United Kingdom in 1994. Dr. Bekhit is a Professor at the Food Science Department, University of Otago, New Zealand. He also holds an honorary distinguished professor post at the Food Science and Pharmacy College, Xinjiang Agricultural University, and the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS), along with honorary associate professor in the College of Food and Agricultural Sciences, King Saud University, Kingdom of Saudi and adjunct associate professor in the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Lincoln University, New Zealand. He has been active in studying different aspects of foods, including packaging, for more than 30 years. He has published more than 230 research papers, 80 review articles, 72 book chapters and 06 books.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor, Food Science Department, University of Otago, New Zealand