Pu-Wang Li

Application of modified chitosan/cellulose nanocrystals-stabilized Pickering emulsion active films for preservation of mangoes.

Mango is a popular tropical fruit valued for its flavor and nutritional richness. However, its postharvest shelf life is limited because of its climacteric nature, which leads to rapid softening and spoilage. Chitosan-based coatings suffer from limited mechanical strength and single-function antimicrobial activity. To...