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  • Food Science
  • Nanotechnology
  • Analytical Chemistry

Background:

  • Conventional food safety assays are often slow, costly, and require expert analysis.
  • Nanoscale materials offer enhanced sensitivity for detecting foodborne pathogens, toxins, and spoilage indicators.
  • Integrating nanomaterials into sensory systems revolutionizes food quality monitoring and safety assurance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of nanomaterials in food sensory applications.
  • To examine current applications and recent innovations in nano-enabled food sensing.
  • To highlight the advantages and considerations of using nanomaterials for food safety.

Main Methods:

  • Review of literature on nanomaterials (metal, metal oxide, carbon, polymeric) for food sensing.
  • Analysis of nanosensor mechanisms for detecting spoilage, contamination, and adulterants.
  • Examination of smart packaging and continuous freshness monitoring technologies.

Main Results:

  • Nanosensors demonstrate high sensitivity and specificity in detecting pathogens, toxins, and spoilage indicators.
  • Applications include melamine detection (LOD 0.04-0.07 mg L⁻¹), aflatoxin B1 detection (LOD 0.07 ng mL⁻¹), and real-time freshness monitoring.
  • Nanomaterials enable rapid, cost-effective, and portable food analysis, improving shelf-life and reducing waste.

Conclusions:

  • Nanomaterials are crucial for developing advanced food packaging and sensor systems.
  • Nano-enabled technologies promise safer food, extended shelf-life, and empowered consumers.
  • Addressing toxicological and regulatory concerns is essential for responsible deployment of nano-food sensing.