INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling Insights for a Sustainable Food Future
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Food Processing and Preservation Techniques:
Research focusing on various methods to improve food safety, shelf-life, and quality, including thermal and non-thermal processing, preservation technologies, and novel food processing approaches. - Nutritional and Functional Food Development:
Studies that investigate the nutritional components of food, the development of functional foods, and the enhancement of health benefits through ingredient modifications and processing. - Food Quality and Safety:
Research dedicated to assessing the quality attributes of food products, including sensory evaluation, microbiological safety, and the impact of processing on food quality. - Emerging Ingredients and Technologies:
Exploration of novel food ingredients, such as plant-based proteins and bioactive compounds, and the application of innovative technologies like nanotechnology and 3D food printing in food development. - Consumer Acceptance and Sensory Analysis:
Studies examining consumer perceptions, sensory attributes, and acceptance of food products, including the impact of ingredients and processing methods on taste and overall product appeal.
Trending and Emerging
- Plant-Based and Alternative Proteins:
There is a marked increase in research focusing on plant-based proteins and alternative sources of nutrition, driven by consumer demand for sustainable and health-oriented food options. - Innovative Food Packaging Solutions:
Emerging studies on biodegradable and active packaging systems, including the use of nanotechnology and bioactive compounds, are trending as researchers seek sustainable solutions to enhance food preservation. - Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals:
Research exploring the health benefits of functional foods and nutraceuticals is on the rise, with a focus on bioactive compounds and their implications for disease prevention and health promotion. - Food Waste Valorisation:
The trend towards sustainability is evident in the increasing number of studies aimed at valorising food waste and by-products for the development of novel food products and ingredients. - Smart and Non-Thermal Processing Technologies:
Innovations in processing technologies, such as cold plasma, high hydrostatic pressure, and pulsed electric fields, are becoming more prevalent, reflecting a shift towards methods that preserve food quality while ensuring safety.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Food Processing Methods:
Research on conventional food processing techniques has become less frequent as there is a growing emphasis on innovative and non-thermal methods which promise enhanced food quality and safety. - Focus on Animal-Based Ingredients:
The increasing interest in plant-based diets and alternative proteins has led to a decline in publications centered around traditional animal-based ingredients, as researchers explore more sustainable options. - Single-Dimensional Nutritional Studies:
There is a noticeable decrease in studies focusing solely on basic nutritional composition, as the field shifts towards comprehensive analyses that consider bioactivity, health implications, and synergistic effects of food components. - Chemical Additives and Preservatives:
Research on synthetic chemical additives and preservatives has waned, with a growing preference for natural, clean-label alternatives and biopreservation methods gaining traction. - Conventional Sensory Evaluation Methods:
The use of traditional sensory evaluation methods is declining as researchers increasingly adopt advanced techniques that incorporate technology and analytics to assess consumer preferences.
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