Application progress of electrospun nanofibers in food science and technology

Electrospun nanofibers have been widely applied in food science and technology due to their advantages such as high surface-to-volume ratio, high porosity, simple preparation, controllability of nanofiber properties, easiness of functionalization, cheap instruments, low requirements to materials, and capability of massive production. In this paper the main application progress of electrospun nanofibers in food science and technology was reviewed: development of food packaging materials, development of food fast detection techniques, development of food vehicles, and development of food additives. Further, the application in each field was classified according to the technical angle.The review would provide summary and guide to apply electrospun nanofibers in food science and technology.