Abstract:
Nanotechnology is regarded as one of the most transformative technology of 21st century, which has
potential to upgrade scientific innovation while tremendously giving advantage to the society.
Bioengineering is the application of the life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics and engineering
principles to define and solve problems in biology, medicine, health care and other fields. Bioengineering
is a relatively new discipline that combines many aspects of traditional engineering fields such as
chemical, electrical and mechanical engineering. Examples of bioengineering includes, artificial hips,
knees and other joints ultrasound, MRI and other medical imaging techniques, using engineered
organisms for chemical, food and pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. The applications of
nanotechnology in bioengineering sector are safety (e.g., detection of pathogens in food), food security
(e.g., intelligent, active, and smart packaging systems), food processing (e.g., encapsulation of flavor or
odor enhancer; food textural or quality improvement; new gelation or viscofying agents). Nano-enabled
materials (NEMs) are manufactured with dimension of less than 100 nm. The use of these nano-enabled
materials (NEMs) in food contact substances is considered to improve functionality of food product.
Nano-enabled materials (NEMs) are desirable for food packaging application due to increased surface
reactivity and dispersibility. However, various studies shows that various nano-particles like
nanocellulose, nanosilver etc. migrating out of packaging material at low levels and can cause health
risks to consumers. Hence, it is necessary to research in this area to adequately characterize potential
human hazards and risk associated with nanotechnology to human exposure, despite is immerse benefits
to human health.
