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Start date: 2024Subject: search.filters.subject.Jicama starch

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    Molecular interactions and functional performance of jicama starch–CMC films and coatings in extending banana shelf life
    (2026-06-01)
    Techavuthiporn, Chairat
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    Nimitkeatkai, Hataitip
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    Nukunkit, Phetlada
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    Bilalee, Nattha
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    Wutthicharoenphuree, Wetpisit
    Jicama starch (JS), an underutilized starch source, was examined in combination with carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) for the purpose of developing edible films and coatings. We analyzed films based on JS (3 % w/v) that contained CMC (0.5–1.5 % w/v) for their structural, thermal, mechanical, and barrier properties. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) confirmed the presence of intermolecular interactions, whereas thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) demonstrated increased stability at elevated CMC levels. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) confirmed that the incorporation of JS with CMC resulted in the transformation of the fragile and cracked JS matrix into a compact and homogeneous structure. Enhanced CMC levels resulted in improved tensile strength while simultaneously reducing transparency, solubility, and water vapor permeability, thus enhancing its suitability for packaging applications. Contact angle measurements for functional evaluation indicated enhanced wettability and diffusivity of JS–CMC coatings on banana peel surfaces. JS–CMC coatings applied to ethephon-treated bananas stored at 25 °C effectively reduced weight loss, malondialdehyde accumulation, and electrolyte leakage, while also delaying peel discoloration and changes in soluble solids and titratable acidity associated with ethephon-induced ripening. The results indicate that JS–CMC blended films/coatings exhibit adjustable hydrocolloid properties with practical functionality in delaying chemically induced ripening, highlighting their potential as sustainable, plant-based materials for edible packaging.
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    Physicochemical quality retention of ‘Sucrier’ bananas (Musa acuminata AA group cv. ‘Kluai Khai’) by jicama starch-based postharvest treatment
    (2024-12-01)
    Techavuthiporn, Chairat
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    Sittiprasert, Wasetthee
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    Nimitkeatkai, Hataitip
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    Youryon, Pannipa
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    Supapvanich, Suriyan
    The objective of this research was to develop a new type of edible coating using jicama starch (JS) in order to control the postharvest deterioration of ‘Sucrier’ bananas (Musa acuminata AA group cv. ‘Kluai Khai’) during the ripening process in ambient condition (25 ± 1 °C, 85-90 % RH). The preliminary experiment was carried out to investigate the impact of JS concentration (0, 2.5, 5.0, and 7.5 % w/v) on the postharvest quality of bananas. The application of JS demonstrated a delay in banana ripening, including color development, weight loss, and fruit firmness. Within the JS-treated banana groups, 5.0 % treated bananas displayed higher firmness compared to the other groups. Therefore, a validation experiment was conducted to verify the subsequent physicochemical alterations in bananas after subjecting bananas to 5.0 % JS coating in comparison to non-treated bananas during storage at ambient condition. The JS treatment maintained the color and visual appearance by minimizing the formation of malondialdehyde content and electrical conductivity during storage. Furthermore, it resulted in a delay in the increases in total soluble solid, titratable acidity, BrimA, and total carotenoid concentrations in the pulp. Nevertheless, the ascorbic acid and phenolic contents and 2,2-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl scavenging activity of the control samples were likely to be higher than those of the treated bananas, whereas the ferric reducing antioxidant potential of both control and treated bananas showed a comparable trend throughout storage. The outcomes demonstrate that the utilization of JS is an effective approach for improving the overall storage capacity of ‘Sucrier’ bananas.
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