Modified plastic films may inhibit biofilms; Iron-based structures may benefit ice cream

Modified plastic filmsmay inhibit biofilms
Researchers at the Univ. of California, Davis have designed special plastic films that may prevent the formation of biofilms on food processing and food contact surfaces, such as conveyor belts, plastic bins, mats, and lining materials for tanks. The plastic material is a novel rechargeable antimicrobial polymer made of PVA-co-PE (poly vinyl alcohol-co-ethylene) with N-halimines.

“We tested the modified plastic films using two relevant foodborne pa…