Bioplastics for Food Packaging Materials, Procedures, and Applications

Dr. Mehran Ghasemlou, an Alfred Deakin Research Fellow at Deakin University, Australia, collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to develop innovative bioplastic products. His research focuses on bio-inspired materials, food packaging solutions, and bioplastics technology. With a master's degree in food science and engineering from the University of Tehran, Iran, he earned a Ph.D. in biobased polymers from Michigan State University, USA. His doctoral work at RMIT University led to the creation of a new bioplastic mimicking the lotus leaf's surface properties.

He is an active member of various scientific organizations and contributes to prominent journals in food science and materials engineering.

Dr. Shima Jafarzadeh, an Alfred Deakin Research Fellow at Deakin University, Australia, specializes in crafting bioplastic, thin film composites, and biopolymeric materials for food packaging applications. With previous experience as a Research Fellow at Edith Cowan University, Australia, she has contributed to innovative bioplastic projects across various industries. Dr. Jafarzadeh earned her Ph.D. in Biopolymer from the University of Sains Malaysia, focusing on developing hydrophobic bioplastics for food packaging. She has a strong publication record and impactful research, with numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. She has received awards for her quality publications and served as a Guest Editor for reputable journals in the field.