OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Packaging Technology and Science is 5. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2020-11-01 to 2024-11-01.)

Article	Citations
Poly(ε‐caprolactone): A potential polymer for biodegradable food packaging applications	65
Fabrication, characterization, and antibacterial properties of citric acid crosslinked PVA electrospun microfibre mats for active food packaging	43
Understanding the factors affecting the seal integrity in heat sealed flexible food packages: A review	42
The impact of impurities on the mechanical properties of recycled polyethylene	34
The future of polyethylene terephthalate bottles: Challenges and sustainability	32
Biodegradable polymers: A review about biodegradation and its implications and applications	31
Barrier and structural properties of polyethylene terephthalate film coated with poly(acrylic acid)/montmorillonite nanocomposites	29
Silver nanoparticles as an active packaging ingredient and its toxicity	29
Improving the water barrier properties of alginate packaging films by submicron coating with drying linseed oil	26
Food sensors: Off‐package and on‐package approaches	26
Active food packaging to control carbon dioxide	22
Flow properties of powdery or granular filling substances of dangerous goods packagings—Comparison of the measurement of the angle of repose and the determination of the Hausner ratio	21
Properties of Roselle and alizarin mixed loaded gelatin films as a pH‐sensing indicator for shrimp freshness monitoring	21
Active cellulose acetate‐carvacrol films: Antibacterial, physical and thermal properties	21
Life cycle assessment (LCA) of PET and PLA bottles for the packaging of fresh pasteurised milk: The role of the manufacturing process and the disposal scenario	19
Biopolymers for packaging applications: An overview	19
Physicomechanical, thermal and dielectric properties of eco‐friendly starch‐microcrystalline cellulose‐clay nanocomposite films for food packaging and electrical applications	18
Enhanced mechanical and antioxidant properties of biodegradable poly (lactic) acid‐poly(3‐hydroxybutyrate‐co‐4‐hydroxybutyrate) film utilizing α‐tocopherol for peach storage	17
Application of ethylene‐regulating packaging in post‐harvest fruits and vegetables storage: A review	16
Characterization of physicochemical and antimicrobial properties of plasma‐treated starch/chitosan composite film	15
Preparation and characterization of whey protein isolate/chitosan/microcrystalline cellulose composite films	15
Migration of bisphenol A from polyvinyl chloride plastics to solvents of different polarities and packaged food in China	14
Effects of multiple‐step cold plasma processing on banana (Musa sapientum) starch‐based films	14
Quality retention and shelf‐life prolongation of cucumbers (Cucumis sativus L.) under different cool storage systems with passive modified atmosphere bulk packaging	14
Review of packaging for improving storage quality of fresh edible mushrooms	13

Preparation of low‐density polyethylene‐ and poly (lactide)/poly (butylene adipate‐co‐terephthalate)‐based antibacterial films integrated with elemental sulfur and sulfur nanoparticles	13
Tray forming operation of paperboard: A case study using implicit finite element analysis	12
Experimental and finite element simulated box compression tests on paperboard packages at different moisture levels	12
Chitosan active coating on paperboard surface forming an anti‐insect grain‐based food packaging	11
Shikonin: Extraction, properties and applications in active and intelligent packaging	11
Incorporation of organic acids turns classically brittle zein films into flexible antimicrobial packaging materials	11
A review of packaging‐related studies in the context of household food waste: Drivers, solutions and avenues for future research	10
Evaluation of food packaging paper for microbial load and storage effect on the microbial activity of paper	10
Influence of different bio‐based and conventional packaging trays on the quality loss of fresh cherry tomatoes during distribution and storage	10
Study on enhanced mechanical, barrier and optical properties of chemically modified mango kernel starch films	10
Investigation of antibacterial activity of polyvinyl alcohol packaging films composed of silver oxide nanoparticles, graphene oxide and tragacanth gum using Box–Behnken design	10
The influence of packaging colour on consumer expectations of coffee using free word association	9
Selecting packaging material for dry food products by trade‐off of sustainability and performance: A case study on cookies and milk powder	9
Aligning sustainable development goals with Industry 4.0 for the design of business model for printing and packaging companies	9
Poly (ethylene terephthalate) nonwoven fabrics‐based membranes modified by electrospinning of thermoplastic polyurethane, nano SiO₂ and Ag particles as medical packing materials	9
Development of biodegradable coatings by the incorporation of essential oils derived from food waste: A new sustainable packaging approach	9
The case for reviewing laboratory‐based road transport simulations for packaging optimisation	9
Current state and research directions for disposable versus reusable packaging: A systematic literature review of comparative studies	9
Investigation of phenolic compounds and antioxidant activity in red and yellow onions and a synergistic utilization of skin extract in modified atmosphere packaging of salmon (Salmo salar<	8
The sealing behavior of new mono‐polyolefin and paper‐based film laminates in the context of bag form‐fill‐seal machines	8
Three‐dimensional forming of plastic‐coated fibre‐based materials using a thermoforming process	8
A new method for the prediction of diffusion coefficients in poly(ethylene terephthalate)—Validation data	8
Coffee capsule impacts and recovery techniques: A literature review	8
Life cycle assessment of bottled mineral water for the hospitality industry in Northern Italy	8
Role of laser micro‐perforations on ethylene transmission rate in packaging materials used for fresh produce	8
Seal materials in flexible plastic food packaging: A review	8
Life cycle assessment of returnable mailers used for apparel electronic commerce: A case study in Canada	8
Is lightweighting glass bottles for wine an option? Linking technical requirements and consumer attitude	8
Isolation of high crystalline nanocellulose from Mimosa pudica plant fibres with potential in packaging applications	8
Colorimetric oxygen indicator films based on β‐cyclodextrin grafted chitosan/montmorillonite with redox system for intelligent food packaging	7
Electron beam irradiation on monolayer plastic packaging films: Studies on physico‐mechanical and thermal properties	7
Applicability of oxygen scavengers for shelf life extension during illuminated storage of cured cooked meat products packaged under modified atmosphere in materials with high and low oxygen permeabili	7
Novel pineapple leaf fibre composites coating with antimicrobial compound as a potential food packaging	7
An evaluation of selected ion flow tube mass spectrometry for rapid instrumental determination of paper type, origin and sensory attributes	7
Development of an analysis and testing concept for the evaluation of impact targets in the mechanical safety testing of dangerous goods packagings	7
Effects of process parameters and solid particle contaminants on the seal strength of low‐density polyethylene‐based flexible food packaging films	7
Utilising N‐glutaryl chitosan‐based film with butterfly pea flower anthocyanin as a freshness indicator of chicken breast	7
Fabrication of natural colorimetric indicators for monitoring freshness of ready‐to‐cook idli batter	7
Effects of active modified atmosphere on lipid and protein oxidation, moisture migration and quality properties of beef steaks	7
A review and update of the corrugated fibreboard cushioning	7
Active packaging based on cellulose trays coated with layered double hydroxide as nano‐carrier of parahydroxybenzoate: Application to fresh‐cut iceberg lettuce	7
Active cellulose acetate‐oregano essential oil films to conservation of hamburger buns: Antifungal, analysed sensorial and mechanical properties	7
Collagen films, cassava starch and their blends: Physical–chemical, thermal and microstructure properties	7
Twitter is garbage: A Thick Big Data exploration of #zerowaste hashtag on Twitter in relation to packaging and food packaging materials	7
Ingenuity in packaging maintains the quality of fresh fruits and vegetables in mixed cargo exported by sea	6
Application of biodegradable film as modified atmosphere packaging for red chili (Capsicum annuum cv. Jinda)	6
Migration of mineral oil hydrocarbons from contaminated paperboard into the food simulants Tenax and Sorb‐Star—A comparison	6
Principle, development and application of time–temperature indicators for packaging	6
Scoring methodology for comparing the environmental performance of food packaging	6
Mechanical properties and energy absorption capability of a new multi‐cell lattice honeycomb paperboard under out‐plane compression: Experimental and theoretical studies	6

Properties of black carrot extract and its efficacy for improving the storage quality of vacuum packaged fresh meat products	6
Investigations of structure strength and ventilation performance for agriproduct corrugated cartons under long‐term transportation trip	6
Effect of poly lactic acid trays on the optical and thermal properties of recycled poly (ethylene terephthalate)	6
Predicting creep lifetime performance in edgewise compression of containerboards and for stacked corrugated board boxes	6
High‐speed plasma treatment of polyethylene terephthalate films using ultrasound assisted dielectric barrier discharge	6
On the parameters that influence road vehicles vibration levels	5
Effects of poly(butylene adipate‐co‐terephthalate)/TiO₂ nanocomposite antimicrobial films on chilled pork quality	5
Cellulose‐based absorbent pad loaded with Carum copticum essential oil for shelf life extension of refrigerated chicken meat	5
Evaluation of the antimicrobial activity of sodium alginate films integrated with cinnamon essential oil and citric acid on sliced cooked ham	5
Comparison of measured leak rates and calculation values for sealing packages	5
Heat‐sealing and microscopic evaluation of paper‐based coated materials using various seal bar geometries in vertical form fill seal machine	5
The Contribution of Sustainable Packaging to the Circular Food Supply Chain	5
Photoinitiators use in printed baby bibs and their migration into Tenax® by gas chromatography–mass spectrometry	5
Mechanical and gas permeability properties of poly(L‐lactic acid)–based films and their application in fresh produce preservation—Review	5
Smart tag packaging technologies: A qualitative investigation of consumers' needs and expectations	5
Plasticizers' effect on pH indicator film based on starch and red grape skin extract for monitoring fish freshness	5
Study on the effect of aluminium foil on packaging thermal insulation performance in cold chain logistics	5
Antioxidant films based on poly(lactic acid) incorporated with crude extract from Malpighia emarginata DC pomace for use in food packaging	5
Fabrication of antimicrobial colorimetric pad for meat packaging based on polyvinyl alcohol aerogel with the incorporation of anthocyanins and silver nanoparticles	5