Research Topic: synthetic polymers

Hybrid nanoencapsulation systems: integrating natural polymers with synthetic nanomaterials for enhanced delivery of bioactive compounds in functional foods

Hybrid nanoencapsulation systems combine natural polymers with synthetic nanomaterials to better protect and deliver beneficial compounds in functional foods. These systems improve the stability and absorption of nutrients like vitamins, antioxidants, and probiotics that would otherwise break down during processing or digestion. Various manufacturing methods such as electrospinning and self-assembly enable precise control of particle size and release, making functional foods more effective for health benefits.

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Novel Approach in Biodegradation of Synthetic Thermoplastic Polymers: An Overview

This review explores how microorganisms like fungi and bacteria can break down plastic waste, which is a major environmental problem. Plastic bags and packaging materials take thousands of years to decompose naturally, but certain fungi produce special enzymes that can degrade plastics more quickly. The research suggests that using biodegradable plastics and microbial degradation could be promising solutions to reduce plastic pollution in soil and marine environments.

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