Journal Publications

Santhosh, R., Thakur, R., Janaswamy, S., & Sarkar, P. (2024). Active bio-nanocomposites from litchi seed starch, tamarind kernel xyloglucan, and lignin nanoparticles to improve the shelf-life of banana (Musa acuminata). Food Chemistry (Elsevier), 141327. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.141327 (IF: 9.8)

Santhosh, R., & Sarkar, P. (2024). Fabrication of jamun seed starch/tamarind kernel xyloglucan bio-nanocomposite films incorporated with chitosan nanoparticles and their application on sapota (Manilkara zapota) fruits. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules (Elsevier), 129625. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.129625 (IF: 8.5)

Santhosh, R., & Sarkar, P. (2022). Jackfruit seed starch/tamarind kernel xyloglucan/zinc oxide nanoparticles-based composite films: Preparation, characterization, and application on tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) fruits. Food Hydrocolloids (Elsevier), 133. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2022.107917 (IF: 12.4)

Santhosh, R., Nath, D., & Sarkar, P. (2021). Novel food packaging materials including plant-based byproducts: A review. Trends in Food Science & Technology (Elsevier), 118, 471-489. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tifs.2021.10.013 (IF: 15.4)

Suryavanshi, V. R., Santhosh, R., Singhi, H., Thakur, R., Ahmed, J., Gaikwad, K. K., ... & Sarkar, P. (2025). Preparation and characterization of kodo millet starch/gum tragacanth/copper oxide nanoparticles-based antimicrobial food packaging films. Materials Today Communications, 42, 111443. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mtcomm.2024.111443 (IF: 3.7)

Thakur, R., Singhi, H., Suryavanshi, V. R., Santhosh, R., Roy, S., Gul, K., ... & Sarkar, P. (2024). pH-sensitive intelligent packaging films from Kodo millet (Paspalum scrobiculatum) starch and gum tragacanth incorporated with beetroot peel extract for monitoring shrimp freshness. Food Packaging and Shelf Life (Elsevier), 46, 101405. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101405 (IF: 10.6)

Roy, S., Malik, B., Chawla, R., Bora, S., Ghosh, T., Santhosh, R., ... & Sarkar, P. (2024). Biocompatible film based on protein/polysaccharides combination for food packaging applications: A comprehensive review. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules (Elsevier), 134658. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134658 (IF: 8.5)

Santhosh, R.1, Babu, D. M.1, Thakur, R., Nath, D., Hoque, M., Gaikwad, K. K., ... & Sarkar, P. (2024). Effect of atmospheric cold plasma treatment on structural, thermal, and mechanical properties of pea protein isolate edible films. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy (Elsevier), 37, 101398. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scp.2023.101398 (IF: 5.8)

Ahmed, J., Ravichandran, S., Thakur, R., & Sarkar, P. (2024). Starch-based edible packaging: Rheological, thermal, mechanical, microstructural, and barrier properties–A review. Sustainable Food Technology (RSC). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D3FB00211J

Roy, S., Chawla, R., Santhosh, R., Thakur, R., Sarkar, P., & Zhang, W. (2023). Agar-based edible films and food packaging application: A comprehensive review. Trends in Food Science & Technology (Elsevier), 104198. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tifs.2023.104198 (IF: 15.4)

Ahmed, J., Santhosh, R., Thakur, R., Mulla, M., & Sarkar, P. (2023). Thermo-mechanical, rheological, microstructural, and barrier properties of gum-based edible packaging: A review. Food Packaging and Shelf Life (Elsevier), 38, 101117. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fpsl.2023.101117 (IF: 10.6)

Thakur, R., Santhosh, R., Kumar, Y., Suryavanshi, V. R., Singhi, H., Madhubabu, D., ... & Sarkar, P. (2023). Characteristics and application of animal byproduct-based films and coatings in the packaging of food products. Trends in Food Science & Technology (Elsevier), 104143. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tifs.2023.104143 (IF: 15.4)

Kumar, Y., Santhosh, R., Hoque, M., Nath, D., Thakur, R., Madhubabu, D., ... & Sarkar, P. (2023). Development and characterization of defatted pumpkin seed meal and halloysite nanoclay composite films for food packaging. Packaging Technology and Science (John Wiley & Sons). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/pts.2751 (IF: 3.7)

Nath, D., Santhosh, R., Ahmed, J., & Sarkar, P. (2022). Optical, mechanical, structural, and antimicrobial properties of tamarind kernel powder, halloysite, and cinnamaldehyde nanocomposite films. Journal of Food Process Engineering (John Wiley & Sons), 45(8). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/jfpe.14065 (IF: 2.9)

Nath, D., Santhosh, R., Pal, K., & Sarkar, P. (2022). Nanoclay-based active food packaging systems: A review. Food Packaging and Shelf Life (Elsevier), 31, 100803. DOI: 

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fpsl.2021.100803 (IF: 10.6)

Santhosh, R., Yadav, B. K., & Rawson, A. (2019). Optimization of protein extraction from yellow mealworm larvae. International Journal of Chemical Studies (AkiNik publications), 7, 4577-4582. https://www.chemijournal.com/archives/2019/vol7issue3/PartBW/7-3-558-206.pdf

Potluri, S., Sangeetha, K., Santhosh, R., Nivas, G., & Mahendran, R. (2018). Effect of low‐pressure plasma on bamboo rice and its flour. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation (John Wiley & Sons), 42(12), e13846. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/jfpp.13846 (IF: 2.5)

Anandu, PS., Sangeetha, K., Potluri, S., Santhosh, R., & Mahendran, R. (2018). Physical properties of infrared (IR) assisted hot air-dried nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) seeds. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation (John Wiley & Sons), 42(1), e13359. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/jfpp.13359 (IF: 2.5)

Book chapters

Suryavanshi, V. R., Singhi, H., Santhosh, R., Thakur, R., & Sarkar, P. (2024). Electrospun biopolymers for food packaging applications. In Advances in Biopolymers for Food Science and Technology (pp. 419-444). Elsevier. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-19005-6.00017-7

Nath, D., Chetri, R., Santhosh, R., & Sarkar, P. (2022). Nanocomposites in food packaging. In Food, Medical, and Environmental Applications of Nanomaterials (pp. 167-203). Elsevier. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-822858-6.00007-8

Santhosh, R., Hoque, M., Syed, I., & Sarkar, P. (2021). Polysaccharide–oil complexes as edible films. In Food, medical, and environmental applications of polysaccharides (pp. 109-133). Elsevier. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-819239-9.00014-2

Hoque, M., Gupta, S., Santhosh, R., Syed, I., & Sarkar, P. (2021). Biopolymer-based edible films and coatings for food applications. In Food, medical, and environmental applications of polysaccharides (pp. 81-107). Elsevier. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-819239-9.00013-0

Santhosh, R., Tiwari, A., & Rawson, A. (2020). Biopolymers as edible coating for food: Recent trends. In Polymer coatings: Technology and applications (pp. 233-274). Scrivener Publishing LLC. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/9781119655145.ch11

International and National Conferences

Santhosh, R. & Preetam Sarkar. (2024). Valorization of agricultural byproducts into biodegradable nanocomposite films for food packaging. Research Scholars’ Week, NIT Rourkela, India [Poster presentation, secured 3rd position in Chemical and Biological Cluster]

Santhosh, R. & Preetam Sarkar. (2023). Jamun seed starch/tamarind kernel xyloglucan/chitosan nanoparticles-based bio-nanocomposite films for active food packaging applications: A sustainable route for waste management. 9th International Food Convention (IFCoN), CFTRI, Mysuru, India [Poster presentation]

Sarkar, P., & Santhosh, R. (2022). Fabrication of jackfruit seed starch/tamarind kernel xyloglucan/zinc oxide nanoparticles-based biodegradable films for food packaging applications. 21st IUFOST World Congress of Food Science and Technology, Singapore [Poster presentation]

Sangeetha K, Sanjana P, Santhosh R, Mahendran R. (2016). Effect of cold plasma on soaking characteristics of Bambusa arundinaceae. National level technical symposium (GENOCHEM 2K16), AMACE, Kanchipuram, India [Poster presentation]

Sangeetha K, Sanjana P, Santhosh R, Mahendran R. (2016). RSM to investigate the effect of in-pack cold plasma processing on color, texture, and water activity of bread slices. National Seminar on Challenges and Opportunities in Food Processing, IIFPT, India [Poster presentation]

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