Innovation Owner
Miss PIYATHIDA THAIPUKDEE
Student
Details
Metallic nanoparticles embedded in cellulose nanocrystal (MNPs/CNC) films are developed as smart packaging for edible peel fruits. These films exhibit antimicrobial and antifungal properties, effectively inhibiting microbial growth and extending fruit shelf life.
Metallic nanoparticles embedded in cellulose nanocrystal (MNPs/CNC) films were prepared by solution casting for antimicrobial and antifungal applications in edible peel fruit. MNPs/CNC was synthesized by ultrasonic waves. The as-synthesized material was characterized using the following techniques:
- Transmission electron microscope (TEM)
- X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS)
- X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD)
- Fourier transform infrared spectrometer (FT-IR)
- Zeta potential analyzer
- UV-visible spectrophotometer
MNPs/CNC films demonstrated high potential for antimicrobial and antifungal activity. Consequently, they can be used to wrap edible peel fruits to inhibit the growth of microorganisms, effectively extending the shelf life of the produce.
Objective
The objectives of this project are to synthesize and develop metallic nanoparticle-embedded cellulose nanocrystal films and to evaluate their efficacy in inhibiting microbial growth on edible peel fruits.
- To synthesize and develop metallic nanoparticle-embedded cellulose nanocrystal films.
- To study the efficacy and evaluate the antimicrobial performance on edible peel fruits.