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Recent Advances in Food Enzymes

Innovations and Applications

  • 1st Edition - January 1, 2027
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Vijay Kumar, Bindu Naik, Payal Gupta, Shivangi Chamoli
  • Language: English

Recent Advances in Food Enzymes: Innovations and Applications presents the latest developments in enzyme applications across food science, biotechnology, and biochemistry. This e… Read more

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Recent Advances in Food Enzymes: Innovations and Applications presents the latest developments in enzyme applications across food science, biotechnology, and biochemistry. This essential resource is designed for researchers and professionals, offering in-depth insights into how food enzymes can optimize processes, enhance product quality, and drive innovation within the food industry. Covering a broad spectrum of topics—from fundamental biochemical concepts and AI-driven enzyme discovery to practical applications in dairy, meat, and beverage production—this book serves as a vital reference for those seeking to leverage enzyme technology for improved efficiency and effectiveness in food product development, nutraceuticals and bioprocessing. In addition to addressing the technical aspects of enzyme application, Recent Advances in Food Enzymes: Innovations and Applications emphasizes sustainability. It highlights the role of enzymes in waste management and eco-friendly practices, making it invaluable for sustainability advocates. Case studies, expert insights, and technology advancements equips readers with the knowledge needed to navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by enzyme technologies in today's evolving food landscape.

Key features

  • Explores foundational biochemical concepts and their historical perspectives relevant to modern enzymology
  • Analyzes the techniques and advancements in enzyme production, purification, and engineering to optimize food product development and processing, and the production of nutraceuticals for health promoting applications
  • Investigates emerging trends in enzyme biotechnology, including synthetic biology and the integration of AI for enzyme optimization
  • Examines the applications of enzymes across various food sectors, including dairy, meat, and beverages, addressing specific challenges to improve texture, flavor, and shelf-life
  • Evaluates the regulatory and safety aspects of food enzymes, and their role in sustainability and waste management

Readership

Researchers in food science and biochemistry in the fields of nutraceuticals, product development, biotechnology, sustainability and waste management focusing on food enzyme applications and technology

Table of contents

1. Foundational Biochemical Concepts and Historical Perspectives

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Fundamental Biochemical Principles

1.3 Historical Perspective in Enzymology

1.4 Relevance to Modern Enzymology


2. Enzyme Production and Purification Techniques

2.1 Industrial Production of Enzymes

2.2 Microbial Sources of Food Enzymes

2.3 Technology Advancements in Fermentation Technology

2.4 Purification and Characterization Methods


3. Enzyme Engineering and Biotechnology

3.1 Recombinant DNA Technology

3.2 Genetic Engineering of Enzymes

3.3 Production of Genetically Modified Enzymes

3.4 Protein Engineering for Improving Functionality

3.5 Directed Evolution of Enzymes

3.6 Technology Advancements

3.7 Regulatory and Safety Considerations


4. Emerging Trends in Enzyme Biotechnology

4.1 Overview of Advancements in Enzyme Biotechnology

4.2 Synthetic Biology in Enzyme Engineering

4.3 CRISPR Technology and Genome Editing for Enzyme Optimization

4.4 Enzyme Evolution and Adaptive Engineering

4.5 Integration of AI and Machine Learning in Enzyme Biotechnology

4.6 Case Studies in Enzyme Engineering

4.7 Future Perspectives and Challenges


5. Immobilized and Nano Enzymes in Food Processing

5.1 Introduction to Immobilized and Nano Enzymes

5.2 Techniques of Enzyme Immobilization

5.3 Synthesis Techniques of Nano Enzymes

5.4 Techniques for Characterization of Immobilized and Nano Enzymes

5.5 Applications and Benefits

5.6 Technology Advancements

5.7 Case Studies and Industry Examples


6. Enzymes in Dairy Products

6.1 Lactase in Lactose-Free Products

6.2 Rennet and Coagulants in Cheese Making

6.3 Technology Advancements in Lipase and Flavor Development

6.4 Case Study


7. Enzymes in Beverage Production

7.1 Brewing Enzymes

7.2 Juice Clarification and Stability

7.3 Enzymatic Processing in Non-Alcoholic Beverages

7.4 Technology Advancements in Beverage Production

7.5 Case Study


8. Enzymes in Fruit and Vegetable Processing

8.1 Pectinases, Cellulases, and Hemicellulases in Juice Processing

8.2 Enzymes in Fruit Preservation and Enhancement

8.3 Enzymatic Peeling and Tenderizing

8.4 Preservation and Flavor Enhancement

8.5 Technology Advancements

8.6 Case Study


9. Enzymes in Meat Processing

9.1 Proteases in Tenderization and Flavor Enhancement

9.2 Enzymes in Fish Processing and Preservation

9.3 Applications in Processed Meat Products

9.4 Enzymatic Modification of Meat Products

9.5 Safety and Quality Considerations

9.6 Technology Advancements

9.7 Case Study


10. Enzymes in Baking and Confectionery

10.1 Amylases and Bread Making

10.2 Proteases in Dough Conditioning

10.3 Enzymes in Sugar Processing and Confectionery

10.4 Technology Advancements

10.5 Case Study


11. Enzymes in Fats and Oils Processing

11.1 Lipases in Fat Modification

11.2 Enzymatic Interesterification

11.3 Role in Producing Healthier Fats

11.4 Technology Advancements

11.5 Case Study


12. Enzymes in Flavor Development

12.1 Enzymatic Synthesis of Flavor Compounds

12.2 Enhancing Natural Flavor

12.3 Enzymatic Modifications of Food Flavors

12.4 Role in Aroma Enhancement

12.5 Industry Applications and Innovations

12.6 Technology Advancements

12.7 Case Studies


13. Enzymes in Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods

13.1 Enzyme Applications in Nutrient Extraction

13.2 Enzymatic Enhancement of Bioavailability

13.3 Health Benefits and Regulatory Aspects

13.4 Role of Enzymes in Nutraceutical Development

13.4.1 Bioactive Peptides

13.4.2 Omega-3 Fatty Acids

13.5 Enzymatic Production of Bioactive Compounds

13.5.1 Antioxidants

13.5.2 Vitamins

13.5.3 Prebiotics

13.6 Health Benefits and Applications

13.6.1 Cardiovascular Health

13.6.2 Digestive Health

13.6.3 Immune Support

13.7 Technology Advancements

13.8 Case Study


14. Enzymes in Food Waste Management

14.1 Enzymatic Treatment of Food Waste

14.1.1 Bioenergy Production

14.1.2 Waste Vaporization

14.2 Enzymes in Sustainable Food Production

14.2.1 Biodegradable Packaging

14.2.2 Waste Reduction

14.3 Environmental Impact Benefits and Limitations

14.3.1 Case Studies: Carbon Footprint Reduction

14.3.2 Circular Economy

14.4 Technology Advancements

14.5 Case Study


15. Analytical Techniques for Enzyme Activity

15.1 Methods for Enzyme Assays

15.2 Advances in Enzyme Characterization

15.3 Quality Control in Enzyme Applications

15.4 Technology Advancements

15.5 Case Study


16. Regulatory and Safety Aspects of Food Enzymes

16.1 Global Regulatory Frameworks

16.2 Safety Assessments

16.3 Consumer Perceptions and Acceptance

16.4 Technology Advancements

16.5 Case Study


17. Sustainability, Environmental Impact, and Ethical Considerations in Enzyme Biotechnology

17.1 Overview of the Chapter

17.2 Enzymes in Reducing Waste

17.3 Enzymes for Energy Efficiency and Green Technologies

17.4 Enzymes in Circular Economy Practices

17.5 Sustainable and Ethical Considerations in Enzyme Production

17.6 Ethical Sourcing of Enzyme Materials

17.7 Case Studies


18. Innovative Applications of Food Enzymes

18.1 Novel Enzyme Technologies

18.2 Emerging Applications in Food Industry

18.3 Future Trends and Opportunities

18.4 Technology Advancements

18.5 Case Study


19. Consumer Perceptions and Market Trends

19.1 Consumer Awareness and Understanding of Enzymes

19.2 Natural vs. Synthetic Debate

19.3 Health and Safety Concerns

19.4 Growing Demand for Clean Label and Functional Foods

19.5 Sustainability Considerations

19.6 Technological Innovations

19.7 Regulatory Framework and Labeling Requirements

19.8 Industry Strategy for Consumer Education

19.9 Case Study


20. Challenges, Future Perspectives, and Industry Insights of Food Enzymes

20.1 Technical and Economic Barriers

20.2 Consumer Perception and Acceptance

20.3 Addressing Technical and Ethical Challenges

20.4 Addressing Enzyme Stability and Activity

20.5 Solutions and Workarounds

20.6 Successful Enzyme Applications in Industry

20.7 Lessons Learned from Real-World Examples

20.8 Industry Expert Interviews

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: January 1, 2027
  • Language: English

About the editors

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Vijay Kumar

Dr. Vijay Kumar was awarded the Ph.D. degree from H.N.B Garhwal University. Srinagar, Garhwal, Uttarakhand, India in Biotechnology. Presently He is working as Associate Professor at Himalayan School of Biosciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand. He had both teaching and research experience for more than 13 years. His field of interest is Primary and secondary metabolites from microbes and plants. He is working on Pullulanase, Phytase, amylase, and chitinase, He is handling 8 research projects and published more than 117 research papers in National and international journals.

Affiliations and expertise
Himalayan School of Biosciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, UK, India

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Bindu Naik

Bindu Naik has done B Sc in Zoolgy, M Sc in Biotechnology, M Tech in Food Science & Technology with a Ph D in Bioprocess & Food Engineering. She has worked at BFIT and Doon PG College as an Assistant Professor. She joined Uttaranchal University in 2018 and worked as an Assistant Professor for two years before moving to be an assistant professor at the Department of Life Sciences, GEU-IIC Innovation activity coordinator, Graphic Era (Deemed to be University) Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India.
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Department of Life Sciences, Food Technology, Graphic Era University, Uttarakhand, India

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Payal Gupta

Dr. Gupta is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biotechnology at Graphic Era University in Dehradun, India. She completed her Master’s degree in 2011, earning a Gold Medal, followed by her Doctorate in Biotechnology from 2012 to 2016. Dr. Gupta was awarded the DST INSPIRE Fellowship by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, during her doctoral studies.

Dr. Gupta’s research group focuses on engineering nanomaterials, specifically nanofibers and nanocomposites, for biofilm mitigation in wastewater treatment. She has also conducted studies on heavy metal remediation using microalgae and explored yeast-based wastewater treatment for triacylglycerol (TAG) accumulation. Additionally, she is investigating microbial adaptation to various environmental conditions through NMR-based metabolomics and transcriptomics.

Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Graphic Era University, India

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Shivangi Chamoli

Dr. Shivangi Chamoli is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biotechnology at Graphic Era University in Dehradun, India. She earned both her Master's and Ph.D. in Biochemistry from G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, India.

Dr. Chamoli's primary research interests includes molecular biology, enzymology, biofuels, bioremediation, and nanotechnology. She is actively engaged in a research project funded by the Government of India that focuses on the degradation of xenobiotic compounds in wastewater. Additionally, she investigates the structural and functional aspects of proteins through bioinformatics studies.

Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology at Graphic Era University, India