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Application of Nanotechnology in the Agro-Food Sector

Year: 2013

Type: article

Abstract: Nanotechnology is an emerging field of research that has been widely applied in different scientific and engineering areas. The agro-food sector is not an exception, which considers its applicability in several areas of major interest for both consumers and producers. This review considers major concepts related to nanostructures and nano-based instruments used in the food sector, as well as their applications in agro-food products. Food safety through the use of nanosensors for pathogen detection, smart packaging, and valorisation of food products by nanoencapsulation/nanodelivery of food ingredients (e.g. flavours) are examples of important areas of nanotechnology. Consumers' apprehension regarding food stability and safety issues is also considered.

Source: Portuguese National Funding Agency for Science, Research and Technology (RCAAP Project by FCT)

Authors: Lopes, Carla Martins, Fernandes, J.R., Martins-Lopes, P.

Institutions: University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro, Fernando Pessoa University, INESC TEC

Language: English

Topic: Nanotechnology research and applications

Subfield: General Materials Science

Field: Materials Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: green

Funder: Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia

Award: GENÓMICA APLICADA À TRACEABILIDADE DO VINHO PORTUGUÊS