Feature | (A23L7) Food Additives | (B01J8) Catalysis |
Focus of Innovation | Novel food additives and compositions for improved food functionality and safety | New catalysts and catalytic processes for efficient and selective chemical reactions |
Key Technological Advancements | Development of natural and synthetic additives with specific functionalities (e.g., antimicrobials, antioxidants, flavor enhancers), Encapsulation technologies for controlled release of additives, Use of artificial intelligence (AI) for designing and predicting food additive properties | Design of highly active and selective catalysts for targeted reactions, Development of heterogeneous catalysts for improved reusability and sustainability, Utilization of biocatalysis for environmentally friendly processes |
Top Patent Filing Subcategories (Estimated) | Natural antimicrobials and antioxidants from plant or microbial sources, Encapsulation technologies for food additives, AI-assisted design of food additives. | Catalysts for specific chemical reactions (e.g., olefin metathesis, hydrogenation), Heterogeneous catalysts for improved reusability, Biocatalytic processes for sustainable production. |
Impact on Industries | Food processing, packaging, agriculture, nutraceuticals | Chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, energy, environmental remediation |
Projected Future Trends | Focus on natural and sustainable food additives, Development of personalized nutrition based on individual needs, Integration of AI and big data for food additive design and optimization | Design of even more efficient and selective catalysts, Development of catalysts for complex and challenging reactions, Increased use of biocatalysis for renewable resource utilization |
