Influence of reduced graphene oxide on the properties of corn starch films containing antimicrobials
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Biopolymer, Bacteriocin nisin, Active packagingAbstract
Natural polymers, such as corn starch, have been studied as replacements for petrochemical polymers; however, their mechanical, structural, and barrier properties must be improved. This study aimed to evaluate the incorporation of reduced graphene oxide (rGO) into starch films (SFs) prepared using ultrasound to maintain the antimicrobial activity of the bacteriocin nisin. Dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) demonstrated a reduction in the modulus of elasticity up to a maximum of 0.422 MPa and a tensile strength of no more than 0.619 MPa in films containing graphene and nisin or “Gan.” Compared with traditional polymers, there was an increase in the elongation at break of the two formulations, reaching 28.87% of that of commercial PVC. The barrier capacity, measured by the water vapor permeability (PVA), showed no significant difference between the films. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) with energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) showed that the surfaces of the materials were predominantly smooth, but with some particulate concentrations, especially in those containing bacteriocin. The application of the films to mozzarella cheese demonstrated the antibacterial capacity of the material, significantly inhibiting the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes after seven days of storage.
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