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Book SynopsisRecent developments in the field of nanotechnology have paved the way for lots of innovation in a number of industrial and consumer sectors, including food and food packaging. Whilst nanofood sector is a relatively new emergent, it is widely expected to grow rapidly in the future. A number of nano-sized additives and supplements for food and healthfood products, and nanotechnology derived food packaging materials, are already available in some countries, and their number is expected to increase in the coming years. Whilst such developments offer enormous benefits to the food sector, they have also raised a number of issues in relation to consumer safety, environmental impacts, and ethical, policy and regulatory aspects. Despite these rapid developments in nanotechnology applications for the food sector, only a few reports and articles are currently available that provide an account of the new developments and the current size of market for nanotechnology products and applications. Thes
Trade Review"This book reveals opportunities for nanotechnology to develop innovative healthy foods and novel nutrient delivery systems." * Materials World, 01/07/12, Dr Benu Chatterjee, *
"..provides rich information about current applications of nanotechnology in the food sector, nanoparticlesÆ potential benefits and risks, and regulatory issues in some developed countries.""This book is a must-read for those who have interest in basics of nanotechnology and for those who are interested in deep discussion. The book has the potential to enhance public awareness and promote public communication in the applications of nanotechnology in food sector." * Journal of High Technology Law, Suffolk University Law School, Reviewed by Na Zhu *
Table of ContentsChapter 1: Nanotechnologies in the Food Arena: New Opportunities, New Questions, New Concerns; Chapter 2: The Evolution of Food Technology, Novel Foods, and the Psychology of Novel Food 'Acceptance'; Chapter 3: Public Perceptions of Nanotechnologies: Lessons from GM Foods; Chapter 4: Natural Food Nanostructures, Chapter 5: Nanotechnology Applications for Food Ingredients, Additives and Supplements; Chapter 6: Nanotechnologies in Food Packaging; Chapter 7: Potential Benefits and Market Drivers for Nanotechnology Applications in the Food Sector; Chapter 8: Engineered Nanoparticles and Food - An assessment of exposure and hazard; Chapter 9: Potential Risks of Nano Food to Consumers; Chapter 10: Small Ingredients in a Big Picture: Regulatory Perspectives on Nanotechnologies in Foods and Food Contact Materials; Chapter 11: An Outline Framework for the Governance for Risks of Nanotechnologies in Food; Chapter 12: Knowns, Unknowns, and Unknown Unknowns; Subject Index
