Physicochemical Properties and Microbial Quality of Tremella aurantialba Packed in Antimicrobial Composite Films
This research investigated new types of food packaging that use nanotechnology to keep mushrooms fresh longer. Scientists developed special plastic films containing tiny particles of titanium dioxide and silver that can fight bacteria and preserve food quality. The study found that mushrooms packed in these new materials stayed fresh and maintained their quality for up to 16 days when refrigerated, compared to just a few days with regular packaging. Impacts on everyday life: • Longer lasting fresh mushrooms means fewer trips to the grocery store • Reduced food waste from spoilage • Better preserved nutritional value of stored mushrooms • Potential applications for preserving other perishable foods • More sustainable food packaging options using biodegradable materials