{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: Fabrication and functional application of zein-based core-shell structures: A review.
{Author}: Han L;Zhu J;Jones KL;Yang J;Zhai R;Cao J;Hu B;
{Journal}: Int J Biol Macromol
{Volume}: 272
{Issue}: 0
{Year}: 2024 Jun 31
{Factor}: 8.025
{DOI}: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.132796
{Abstract}: Core-shell structures exhibit a number of distinct absorptive properties that make them attractive tools for use in a range of industrial contexts including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, cosmetics, and food/agriculture. Several recent studies have focused on the development and fabrication of zein-based core-shell structures for a range of functional material deliveries. However, no recent review article has evaluated the fabrication of such core-shell structures for food-based applications. In this paper, we therefore survey current approaches to fabricating different zein-based platforms including particles, fibers, films, and hydrogels that have appeared in a variety of functionally relevant applications. In addition, we highlight certain challenges and future research directions in this field, thereby providing a novel perspective on zein-based core-shell structures.