AI-integrated bio-nanocomposite food packaging: Sustainable, functional, and intelligent solutions

IF 15.4 1区农林科学 Q1 FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Trends in Food Science & Technology Pub Date : 2025-09-25 DOI:10.1016/j.tifs.2025.105336

Nima Mobahi , Mohammad Amin Razavi , Mohammad Ekrami , Zahra Emam-Djomeh , Seyed Hadi Razavi

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Abstract

Background

Food packaging plays a vital role in preserving product quality, extending shelf life, and ensuring food safety across supply chains. However, growing concerns over environmental sustainability, food waste, and public health have fueled a shift from conventional packaging to innovative systems that are active, intelligent, and eco-friendly.

Scope and approach

This review critically examines the latest advancements in food packaging technologies, focusing on emerging materials, fabrication techniques, and integrated smart functionalities. Particular attention is given to the development of biopolymer-based packaging, including proteins, polysaccharides, and nanocellulose, as promising alternatives to petroleum-based plastics. Active packaging approaches incorporating antimicrobial and antioxidant agents are explored alongside intelligent systems utilizing sensors, indicators, and digital tools to monitor freshness and detect spoilage. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and internet of things (IoT) technologies in intelligent packaging is also addressed.

Key findings and conclusions

The review highlights the role of AI and IoT in real-time food quality assessment and supply chain optimization. It discusses life cycle assessment, regulatory considerations, material migration, and recycling strategies to evaluate the sustainability and safety of novel packaging solutions. By identifying current challenges and research gaps, the review provides a comprehensive outlook on opportunities for innovation and commercialization, offering a roadmap to advance food packaging technologies aligned with environmental, economic, and consumer-driven priorities.

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Trends in Food Science & Technology 工程技术-食品科技

CiteScore

32.50

自引率

2.60%

发文量

322

审稿时长

37 days

期刊介绍： Trends in Food Science & Technology is a prestigious international journal that specializes in peer-reviewed articles covering the latest advancements in technology, food science, and human nutrition. It serves as a bridge between specialized primary journals and general trade magazines, providing readable and scientifically rigorous reviews and commentaries on current research developments and their potential applications in the food industry. Unlike traditional journals, Trends in Food Science & Technology does not publish original research papers. Instead, it focuses on critical and comprehensive reviews to offer valuable insights for professionals in the field. By bringing together cutting-edge research and industry applications, this journal plays a vital role in disseminating knowledge and facilitating advancements in the food science and technology sector.