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  • Biotechnology
  • Materials Science
  • Microbiology

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  • Probiotics offer health benefits but struggle with viability due to gastrointestinal challenges.
  • Existing delivery methods face limitations in protecting probiotics.
  • Nanofibers present a promising matrix for enhanced probiotic encapsulation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review recent advancements in probiotic encapsulation using nanofibers.
  • To analyze the use of natural, synthetic, and composite biopolymers in nanofiber fabrication.
  • To discuss the role of prebiotics in enhancing probiotic delivery systems.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on nanofiber encapsulation of probiotics.
  • Analysis of different biopolymeric materials used for nanofiber wall construction.
  • Evaluation of probiotic viability, stability, and functionality within nanofiber matrices.

Main Results:

  • Nanofibers effectively encapsulate probiotics, improving their survival and efficacy.
  • Various biopolymers (natural, synthetic, composite) demonstrate suitability for nanofiber production.
  • Prebiotic incorporation further potentiates the benefits of probiotic-loaded nanofibers.

Conclusions:

  • Nanofiber encapsulation is a superior strategy for enhancing probiotic delivery and function.
  • Further research into material optimization and in vivo studies is warranted.
  • This technology holds significant potential for functional foods and therapeutic applications.