1 To develop an active chitosan-based film with antimicrobial property for food packaging application
2 To improve mechanical properties of the chitosan-based film by using optimum plasticizer and/or blending with other polymer and to characterize mechanical and physical properties of the films
3 To improve antimicrobial efficacy of chitosan-based film by incorporating with a natural antimicrobial agent
4 To determine the feasibility of the developed chitosan-based film as an active packaging for food shelf life extension
