Alternatives to Conventional Food Processing 2nd Edition

Alternatives to Conventional Food Processing 2nd Edition

Author: Andrew Proctor

Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Published: 2018-01-17

Total Pages: 528

ISBN-13: 1782625186

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This updated edition provides a review of the current major technologies that reduce energy cost and reduce environmental impact while maintaining food safety and quality.


Alternatives to Conventional Food Processing

Alternatives to Conventional Food Processing

Author: Andrew Proctor

Publisher:

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 509

ISBN-13: 9781523121427

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This updated edition provides a review of the current major technologies that reduce energy cost and reduce environmental impact while maintaining food safety and quality.


Agri-food Waste Valorisation

Agri-food Waste Valorisation

Author: Pankaj Chowdhary

Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Published: 2023-11-10

Total Pages: 286

ISBN-13: 1837670102

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The agri-food industry creates a vast amount of waste each year. This is not just a problem for waste management, in terms of finding space to store waste and preventing escape of harmful waste into the environment; it also represents a loss of resources: the chemicals and energy which have gone into the production of this waste. If current waste streams can be converted into useful resources this will have multiple benefits by reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill or similar, reducing the need for other feedstocks and removing the pressure from feedstocks that could be used as food. Research into the different types of waste produced by the agri-food industry and approaches to converting them into useful chemicals or chemical feedstocks has advanced rapidly over the last few years. Covering the latest developments in the valorisation of food and agricultural waste, such as valorisation of citrus peel and industrial wastes, this book is a great resource for researchers interested in waste management, sustainability and the circular economy.


Conventional and Advanced Food Processing Technologies

Conventional and Advanced Food Processing Technologies

Author: Suvendu Bhattacharya

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2014-11-17

Total Pages: 754

ISBN-13: 111840632X

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Food processing technologies are an essential link in the food chain. These technologies are many and varied, changing in popularity with changing consumption patterns and product popularity. Newer process technologies are also being evolved to provide the added advantages. Conventional and Advanced Food Processing Technologies fuses the practical (application, machinery), theoretical (model, equation) and cutting-edge (recent trends), making it ideal for industrial, academic and reference use. It consists of two sections, one covering conventional or well-established existing processes and the other covering emerging or novel process technologies that are expected to be employed in the near future for the processing of foods in the commercial sector. All are examined in great detail, considering their current and future applications with added examples and the very latest data. Conventional and Advanced Food Processing Technologies is a comprehensive treatment of the current state of knowledge on food processing technology. In its extensive coverage, and the selection of reputed research scientists who have contributed to each topic, this book will be a definitive text in this field for students, food professionals and researchers.


Developments in Biodiesel

Developments in Biodiesel

Author: R Geetha Balakrishna

Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Published: 2024-06-28

Total Pages: 303

ISBN-13: 1837672547

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Transportation remains one of the largest contributors to global carbon dioxide emissions with the majority of vehicles using fossil-based fuels such as gasoline and diesel. Therefore, alternatives that come from a renewable feedstock and create fewer carbon emissions are urgently needed. Biodiesel, an alternative to fossil-based diesel fuel, can be produced from renewable or waste feedstocks such as biomass, animal fats and industrial wastes making it much more sustainable. However, challenges remain in improving and refining the properties of biodiesel, developing production processes and choosing feedstocks with optimal sustainability. Focusing on recent advances in the areas of feedstocks for biodiesel, production processes, and testing and enhancement of properties, Developments in Biodiesel provides a balance between academic and industrial viewpoints across a range of topics. It is an ideal reference for both academics and industrialists interested in sustainable energy, sustainable fuels and biomass/waste valorisation.


Green Chemistry and Green Materials from Plant Oils and Natural Acids

Green Chemistry and Green Materials from Plant Oils and Natural Acids

Author: Zengshe Liu

Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Published: 2023-12-22

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13: 1837671605

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There is an increasing awareness that materials and chemicals produced from fossil fuels are not sustainable, both in terms of the pollution caused by the extraction and production processes, and the fact that there is only a finite supply of these fossil fuels. Therefore, there is a strong incentive to find sources for chemicals and materials from source materials that we know we can continue to generate. Plants are a source of a wide variety of chemicals, many with interesting properties, and these chemical feedstocks are considered renewable rather than finite. Green Chemistry and Green Materials from Plant Oils and Natural Acids covers the application of these natural materials in producing polymers, lubricants and plasticisers.


Toward a PFAS-free Future

Toward a PFAS-free Future

Author: Simona A Bălan

Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Published: 2023-11-17

Total Pages: 191

ISBN-13: 1837671427

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Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are extensively used in consumer products, despite their high persistence and other hazards. The risks posed by this chemical class to human health and the environment, which are increasingly becoming understood, have triggered regulation and policy changes. However, safer alternatives to these technically effective materials and methods to discover and use those alternatives are still under development. Remediation of PFAS contaminated sites will not solve the growing worldwide pollution, but substitution with safer substances at the formulation and manufacturing phases will at least abate the flow of PFASs into our bodies and environment. Introducing safer alternatives to some of the PFASs of concern used in select industry sectors, this book informs the reader about the processes of chemical hazard and alternatives assessment that can foster innovation. It is a valuable resource for both green chemists and industrial chemists interested in how they can make their products safer without compromising on function.


Green Fire Retardants for Polymeric Materials

Green Fire Retardants for Polymeric Materials

Author: Pingan Song

Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Published: 2023-12-06

Total Pages: 387

ISBN-13: 183916980X

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Many of the polymers we use every day are highly flammable. Historically, a large number of home fires were caused by ignited polymeric materials until legislation was introduced requiring fire retardants to be added to these materials. Fire retardants increase the time it takes for materials to ignite, providing valuable time to prevent a fire or escape. However, it has become apparent that many of the traditional treatments used as fire retardants are harmful to human health and highly persistent in the environment. With evermore polymeric materials in our homes and lives it is still highly valuable to be able to make fire retardants, but consideration must be given to their environmental impact and sustainability. Green Fire Retardants for Polymeric Materials looks at both the choice of different materials and treatments for improving the fire retardancy of polymeric materials, as well as green approaches to synthesising these fire retardants. It is a timely resource both for green chemists interested in real world applications for their work and polymer scientists keen to increase the sustainability of their products and processes.


Alternative and Replacement Foods

Alternative and Replacement Foods

Author: Alexandru Mihai Grumezescu

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2018-03-17

Total Pages: 500

ISBN-13: 0128114983

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Alternative and Replacement Foods, Volume 17, a volume in the Handbook of Food Bioengineering series, presents the most up-to-date research on synthetic and replacement food components for scientists and researchers. The book helps them understand the significant impact of these foods on the length and quality of life of consumers. It presents a solid resource that brings together multidisciplinary research and its relationship to various disciplines. Readers will find a broad range of potential outcomes discussed, such as food safety, human and animal health benefits, and the development of new and novel foods through the bio-fortification of nutrients in foods. Discusses how specialty food products improve diet and heath Summarizes advances in dietary supplements, probiotics and nutraceuticals Includes research advances on snacks, vegan diets, gluten-free foods and more Provides identification and research studies on anti-obesity foods Presents information on alternative protein sources


Bioplastics and Biocomposites

Bioplastics and Biocomposites

Author: David Grewell

Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Published: 2023-11-13

Total Pages: 268

ISBN-13: 1839160209

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We rely upon plastics for a great many functions in everyday life, from the cases of consumer electronics to disposable cutlery, plastics are versatile and convenient. However, with the supply of fossil fuels from which fossil-based plastics are derived becoming smaller and more expensive the need for alternatives is becoming increasingly apparent. Policy makers, environmentalists and consumers are increasing pressure on plastics manufacturers to look for greener alternatives to fossil-based plastics. Bioplastics are materials that are derived wholly or partially from biomass feedstocks, making them renewable, whilst maintaining the desirable properties of fossil-based plastics. Many, although not all, bioplastics are also more readily degradable than conventional plastics, a property increasingly desired by consumers. A variety of different bioplastics have already been developed and the field continues to grow. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse subjects relating to bioplastics, including materials science, manufacture and processing and social and environmental impacts. It provides a valuable introduction both for those studying plastics at a graduate level and those starting to work in the field.