Advances in Nanotechnology Applications for Food and Healthcare Engineering: Review
J. Environ. Nanotechnol., Volume 13, No 4 (2024) pp. 1-10
Abstract
Nanotechnology is revolutionizing various sectors, particularly food and healthcare engineering, by enhancing safety, quality, and efficiency. In the food industry, nanomaterials improve packaging by providing barrier properties, extending shelf life, and detecting spoilage through nanosensors. These innovations ensure food safety and reduce waste. In healthcare, nanotechnology enables targeted drug delivery, enhancing therapeutic efficacy while minimize.ng side effects. Nanoparticles facilitate imaging techniques, leading to early disease detection and personalized medicine. Additionally, nanostructured materials are advancing the development of biosensors for real-time health monitoring. As research progresses, integrating nanotechnology in these fields promises to address critical challenges, foster sustainable practices and improve overall quality of life. This abstract underscore the transformative potential of nanotechnology in food safety and healthcare, paving the way for future innovations that could significantly impact public health and nutrition. Nanotechnology is poised to transform significantly, offering immense industrial, healthcare, and agricultural opportunities. The application of nanomaterials and nanoparticles in the food industry is increasing as they help prevent food spoilage. Using nanomaterials as biomarkers can assure food safety and quality by detecting viruses present in food. A primary concern for food safety is the potential migration and leaching of nanoparticles from packaging into food items. Nanotechnology is making substantial progress, if not entirely transforming, in several industries and fields of modern scientific advancements. Recent advancements in chemistry and biotechnology have paved the way for modern nanomaterials, which exhibit remarkable properties due to their nanoscale structures. This essay explores the various applications of nanotechnology that have emerged in recent years. It provides an overview of nanomaterials and their relevance across multiple industries, including solar energy, environmental conservation, future transportation, robotics in food and agriculture, food technology, computing, sensors, medicine, water filtration, and healthcare. Additionally, it examines the promising future applications of nanotechnology. The vision for nanomaterials involves developing new yields at the atomic and molecular levels, offering innovative and efficient solutions for achieving sustainable energy sources and environmental preservation.
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