Preparation of the novel bio‐nanocomposites based on chitosan, Piper betle leaf extract and MgO nanoparticles for chili preservation

• Published in: Polymer engineering and science Vol. 64; no. 6; pp. 2795 - 2811
• Main Authors: Dam, Xuan Thang, Duong, Tra My, Mai, Duc Huynh, Thai, Hoang, Vu, Viet Anh, Vu, Quoc Trung, Ngo, Thi Cam Quyen, Nguyen, Tuan Anh, Nguyen, Thuy Chinh
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Hoboken, USA John Wiley & Sons, Inc 01.06.2024; Blackwell Publishing Ltd
• Subjects: antibacterial ability; chili preservation; Chitosan; E coli; Field emission microscopy; Fungal diseases; Infrared analysis; Magnesium oxide; magnesium oxide nanoparticles; Microscopy; Nanocomposites; Nanoparticles; Optical microscopy; Piper betle L. leaf extract; Superconductors (materials)

To maintain the freshness of food, it is crucial to explore environmentally friendly preservation methods with a focus on safety. Chitosan, a natural coating for fruits, is often used in combination with other materials to enhance its ability to delay browning and prevent fungal diseases. This study...