Chitoplax – Antimicrobial edible coating

The proposed research will test formulations of chitosan based formulations (chitoplax) for its antimicrobial properties and its ability to be used as a biofilm coating for fruits and vegetables. The intern Bittu Varghese will evaluate the chitoplax formulations
for its physical and chemical properties, and ability to protect fruits and vegetables from spoilage and water loss. Antimicrobial properties of different chitoplax formulations will be tested against food spoilage microorganisms and food borne illness
microorganisms such as Listeria and Salmonella. The majority of the work will take place the BioScience Applied Research Centre (BARC) in its biosafety level 2 laboratory. Testing and development of the chitoplax formulations is of benefit to the
company, which wishes to develop new coatings for market.

Faculty Supervisor:

Blaine Chartrand

Student:

Partner:

Bander Industries Inc.

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Program: