The Role of Nanotechnology in Food Science and Technology: A Review

Nanotechnology is a groundbreaking and highly promising technology that has revolutionized various fields, including medicine, agriculture, and the food industry. In the food sector, nanotechnology has emerged as a transformative tool, enhancing food processing, safety, and packaging. It improves food quality by optimizing taste, flavor, and bioavailability while extending shelf life, and it strengthens food safety by detecting pathogens and toxins and reinforcing barrier properties. Additionally, nanotechnology enables the development of antimicrobial and intelligent packaging systems that monitor food conditions in real time. However, concerns about the potential toxicity of nanoparticles and their impact on human health highlight the need for a robust regulatory framework to manage associated risks. By addressing these challenges through rigorous research and standardized guidelines, nanotechnology can be safely and responsibly integrated into the food industry, unlocking its full potential to improve food quality, safety, and sustainability. Therefore, this study examined the application of nanotechnology in the food industry, with a focus on its contributions to food safety and advancements in food packaging, while also addressing the associated challenges and potential implications for human health.

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Food Industry ، Food Packaging ، Food Safety ، Nanotechnology ، Nanoparticles