International Journal of Food Engineering
Scope & Guideline
Transforming Food Science with Interdisciplinary Insights
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Food Processing Technologies:
Research on various food processing methods, including thermal and non-thermal technologies, evaluating their effects on food quality, safety, and sensory attributes. - Food Quality and Safety:
Investigations into the physicochemical properties of food products, methods for detecting food adulteration, and approaches to enhance food safety and shelf life. - Sustainable Practices in Food Engineering:
Studies focused on sustainable food production and processing practices, including waste reduction, resource optimization, and the use of eco-friendly materials. - Innovative Materials and Packaging:
Research on the development of new materials for food packaging and preservation, including biodegradable and active packaging solutions. - Food Microbiology and Biochemistry:
Explorations into the microbiological and biochemical aspects of food, including fermentation processes, enzyme activities, and the impact of microorganisms on food quality. - Sensory and Nutritional Evaluation:
Studies assessing the sensory properties and nutritional value of food products, including the impact of processing methods on these attributes.
Trending and Emerging
- Nanotechnology in Food Applications:
Research on the application of nanotechnology for food safety, preservation, and detection of food adulterants is on the rise, highlighting the potential for advanced solutions in food engineering. - Sustainable Food Systems:
Investigations into sustainable practices, including waste reduction and resource-efficient processing methods, are increasingly prominent, aligning with global efforts to enhance food security and minimize environmental impact. - Smart Food Packaging and Preservation Techniques:
Emerging studies on intelligent packaging systems that monitor food freshness and enhance shelf life through active and smart technologies are gaining attention. - Food Safety and Quality Enhancement:
An increasing focus on innovative methods to ensure food safety, such as advanced detection technologies and quality assessment techniques, is evident in recent publications. - Functional Foods and Health Impact Studies:
Research exploring the health benefits of food products, including the role of bioactive compounds and dietary fibers in disease prevention, is becoming more prevalent.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Food Processing Methods:
Research focused on conventional food processing techniques has decreased, likely due to the increasing emphasis on innovative and sustainable methods that offer improved efficiency and quality. - Single Ingredient Studies:
There has been a waning interest in studies that focus solely on single ingredients, as the field shifts towards more complex formulations and interactions between multiple components. - Basic Nutritional Studies:
Research that merely describes the nutritional content of foods without exploring the implications for health or processing is appearing less frequently, as the focus turns towards functional foods and health impacts.
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