کد مقاله | کد نشریه | سال انتشار | مقاله انگلیسی | نسخه تمام متن |
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2099802 | 1546132 | 2014 | 16 صفحه PDF | دانلود رایگان |
• The current and potential future applications of nanotechnology.
• Risks and benefits of nanotechnology.
• Regulatory aspects of nanotechnology.
• The use of nanotechnology for a sustainable food system.
• The existing gaps in knowledge that should be addressed.
Nanotechnology has emerged as a technological advancement that could develop and transform the entire agri-food sector, with the potential to increase agricultural productivity, food security and economic growth for industries. Though as still a relatively new concept there are concerns over its safety, regulation and acceptance by the industry and consumers. This review set out to address the implications of nanotechnology for the agri-food industry by examining the potential benefits, risks and opportunities. Existing scientific gaps in knowledge are believed to be a prohibitive factor in addition to uncertainties in the level of awareness and attitudes towards the use of nanotechnology by the industry.
Journal: Trends in Food Science & Technology - Volume 40, Issue 2, December 2014, Pages 226–241