date:Mar 04, 2016
tions in food technology, owing to its biocompatibility, non-toxicity, short time biodegradability, and excellent film forming ability. Chitosan also has inherent antimicrobial and antifungal properties. GFSE, on the other hand, is antioxidant and possesses strong antiseptic, germicidal, anti-bacterial, fungicidal, and anti-viral properties.
The researchers spent three years perfecting the formulation to create a novel composite film that not only prevents the growth of fungi and bacteria, but