# Journal Editorial Board

Editorial Board Member: Food Bioscience,

Editorial Board Member: Packaging Technology and Science, 

Associate Editor: Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization, 

# Patents 

# Refereed Journal Papers (SCI/SCIE Indexed) 

(Citation: 4500; h-index: 38; i10-index: 80) *indicates the corresponding author

2024

115. Pradeep Kumar, Anand Kishore, Shefali Tripathi, Lavanya, Vinayak Chaudhary, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2024) Innovative strategies to improve the properties of paper with bio-sourced material and its application in food packaging: a review. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery  https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-024-06066-3 (Impact Factor: 3.5)  (Q2)

114. Laxmi Sapkal, Shefali Tripathi, S. T. Mhaske Kirtiraj K Gaikwad* (2024) Recent Development in Edible Inks for Food Printing and Packaging Applications: A Review. Current Food Science and Technology Reports https://doi.org/10.1007/s43555-024-00043-7

113. Md Rabbi Hasan, Ram Kumar Deshmukh, Md Belal Hossain, Md Raju Mia & Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2024) Valorization of waste pine needle biomass into cushioning material for protective packaging applications: a sustainable alternative to expanded polystyrene.Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. DOI : 10.1007/s13399-024-06056-5.(Impact Factor: 3.5)  (Q2)

112. Himanshu Kumar, Ram Kumar Deshmukh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad*, Yuvraj Singh Negi (2024) Physicochemical characterization of antioxidant film based on ternary blend of chitosan and Tulsi-Ajwain essential oil for preserving walnut.  International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. (Impact Factor: 7.7)  (Q1)

111. Divyanshu Gupta, Arshiya Lall, Tejaswini Dhanaji Patil, Kirtiraj K Gaikwad* (2024) Plant based edible films and coatings for food packaging applications: Recent advances, applications, and trends. RSC Sustainable Food Technology https://doi.org/10.1039/D4FB00110A

110. Armaanjot Singh, Pradeep Kumar, Shefali Tripathi, Preetinder Kaur, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2024) Ethylene scavenging properties from halloysite nanotubes loaded natural rubber latex/butyl stearate coating on paper for food packaging application. Industrial Crops and Products 220:119236 (Impact Factor: 5.6) (Q1)

109. Lingala Lakshman Rao Dakuri Ramakanth KonalaAkhila Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2024) Hydrogen peroxide responsive smart colorimetric indicator based on titanium oxysulfate/guar gum coating for monitoring the freshness of milk. Food Control https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodcont.2024.110699 (Impact Factor: 5.6)  (Q1)

108. Aaditya Pandey, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Abhijit Maiti (2024) Improvement of coconut water shelf‐life through low‐temperature concentration process: Understanding impact of non‐thermal process on shelf‐life. Journal of Food Process Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1111/jfpe. (Impact Factor: 2.7)  (Q2)

107. Tejaswini Dhanaji Patil, Shefali Tripathi, Kirtiraj k Gaikwad* (2024) Effect of kefiran- guar gum-based edible coating infused with Murraya koenigii berry extract on quality of button mushroom (Agaricus bisporus) during postharvest storage. Journal: Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization. DOI: 10.1007/s11694-024-02645-0. (Impact Factor: 3.4) (Q2)

106. Baneeprajnya Nayak, Prachi Jain, Lokesh Kumar, Atul Anand Mishra, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2024) UV blocking edible films based on corn starch/moringa gum incorporated with pine cone extract for sustainable food packaging. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. (Impact Factor: 8.02)  (Q1)

105. Lokman Hakim,  Ram K Deshmukh,   Youn Suk Lee, Kirtiraj K Gaikwad* (2024) Edible ink for sustainable food printing and packaging applications: A review. RSC Sustainable Food Technology. doi. https://doi.org/10.1039/D4FB00036F

104. Konala Akhila, Ramakanth Dakuri, Lakshman Rao Lingala, Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K Gaikwad* (2024) Plant phytochemicals as bio responsive compounds in Smart Packaging for food spoilage detection: A comprehensive review. RSC Sustainable Food Technology.  DOI https://doi.org/10.1039/D4FB00072B

103. Ramakanth Dakuri , Konala Akhila , Prudhvi Bittu , Kirtiraj K Gaikwad*, P K Maji (2024) Ultra-Violet-light driven Green Oxygen Scavenging Composite made of PVA/NRL for Active Packaging: An Alternative to Metallic Oxygen Scavengers. RSC Green Chemistry DOI: 10.1039/D3GC03264G (Impact Factor: 9.8) (Q1)

102. Pradeep Kumar, Shefali Tripathi, Dakuri Ramakanth, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2024) Novel ethylene scavenger based on sillimanite and bentonite clay for packaging applications: A sustainable alternative for preservation of fresh produce. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scp.2024.101516 (Impact Factor: 6.00) (Q1)

101. Shahida Anusha Siddiqui, Xi Yang, Ram Kumar Deshmukh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Nur Alim Bahmid, Roberto Castro-Muñoz (2024) Recent advances in reinforced bioplastics for food packaging – A critical review. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. 130399 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.130399 (Impact Factor: 8.02)  (Q1)

100.  Ajay Kathuria, Lokesh Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Amro El Badway, Mohsen B Kivy (2024) Micro-encapsulation of citral using edible g-cyclodextrin metal organic framework. Journal of Inclusion. Phenomena and Macrocyclic Chemistry (Impact Factor: 2.03) (Q2)

99. Prachi Jain, Lokesh Kumar, Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad*(2024) Catechu (Senegalia catechu) based oxygen scavenger for active food packaging: A sustainable alternative. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scp.2023.101350 (Impact Factor: 6.00) (Q1)

98. R. Santhosh, D. Madhu Babu, Rahul Thakur, Debarshi Nath, Monjurul Hoque, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Jasim Ahmed, Preetam Sarkar (2024) Effect of atmospheric cold plasma treatment on structural, thermal, and mechanical properties of pea protein isolate edible films. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy 37:101398 (Impact Factor: 6.00) (Q1) 

2023

97. Shefali Tripathi, Pradeep Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) UV- shielding and antioxidant properties of chitosan film impregnated with Acacia catechu modified with calcium carbonate for food packaging. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.128790 (Impact Factor: 8.02)  (Q1)

96. Swarup Roy, Ram Kumar Deshmukh Shefali Tripathi, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Sabya s Das, Devanshi Sharma (2023) Recent Advances in the Carotenoids Added to Food Packaging Films: A Review. Foods, 12(21), 4011; https://doi.org/10.3390/foods12214011   (Impact Factor: 5.2) (Q1)

95. Dakuri Ramakanth, S. Singh, Shakshi R. Sharma, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad*, P. K. Maji (2023) Green Synthesis and Characterization of Polymyrcene as an Oxygen Scavenging Sustainable Polymer for Active Food Packaging Applications. ACS Applied Polymer Materials DOI: 10.1021/acsapm.3c01673  (Impact Factor: 5.00) (Q1)

94. Shefali Triptathi, Lokesh Kumar, Ram Deshmukh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Ultraviolet blocking films for food packaging applications. Food and Bioprocess Technology  https://doi.org/10.1007/s11947-023-03221-y  (Impact Factor: 5.58) (Q1)

93. Anushikha, Ram Kumar Deshmukh, Praveen Kumar Kunam, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad * (2023) Guar gum-based flexible packaging material with an active surface reinforced by litchi shell derived micro fibrillated cellulose and halloysite nanotubes. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy 36:101302  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scp.2023.101302 (Impact Factor: 6.00) (Q1)

92. Praveen Kunam, Anushikha, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Water resistant paper based on natural rubber latex from Hevea brasiliensis and butyl stearate hydrophobic coating for packaging applications. Industrial Crops & Products. 205: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indcrop.2023.117480 (Impact Factor: 5.9) (Q1)

91. Bittu Prudhvi Kumar, Dakuri Ramakanth, Konala Akhila, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Novel 3-hydroxyphenol-based moisture activated oxygen scavenger for active packaging. Food Packaging and Shelf Life. 38: 101141 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fpsl.2023.101141 (Impact Factor: 8.00) (Q1)

90. Lokman Hakim, Lokesh Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Screen printing of catechu (Senegalia catechu)/guar gum-based edible ink for food printing and packaging applications. Progress in Organic Coatings 182: 107629 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.porgcoat.2023.107629 (Impact Factor: 6.20) (Q1)

89. Anushikha, Kirtiraj K Gaikwad* (2023) Lignin as a UV blocking, antioxidant, and antimicrobial agent for food packaging applications. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. DOI : 10.1007/s13399-022-03707-3 (Impact Factor: 4.00) (Q2)

88. Lokesh Kumar, Shefali Tripathi, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Valorization of cactus biomass to manufacture sustainable packaging films: moisture sorption behavior and influence of citric acid  as crosslinking agent. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-023-04391-7 (Impact Factor: 4.00) (Q2)

87. Afreen Sultana, Lokesh Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Lignocellulose nanofibrils/guar gum-based ethylene scavenging composite film integrated with zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 for food packaging. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.125031. (Impact Factor: 8.02)  (Q1)

86. Lokesh Kumar, Ram Deshmukh, Lokman Hakim, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Halloysite Nanotube as a Functional Material for Active Food Packaging Application: A Review. Food and Bioprocess Technology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11947-023-03092-3 (Impact Factor: 5.58) (Q1)

85. Prachi Jain, Shefali Tripathi, Ram Deshmukh, Kirtiraj K Gaikwad*, Suman Singh (2023) Functionalization of sugarcane bagasse–based paper with amla pomace/titanium dioxide nanoparticles providing antimicrobial protection for food safety. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. doi.org/10.1007/s13399-023-04242-5 (Impact Factor: 4.00) (Q2)

84. Jitendra Kumar, Konala Akhila, Pardeep Kumar, Ram Deshmukh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Novel temperature-sensitive label based on thermochromic ink for hot food packaging and serving applications. Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry. DOI: 10.1007/s10973-023-12147-8 (Impact Factor: 4.75) (Q1)

83. Konala Akhila, Dakuri Ramakanth Lingala Lakshman Rao, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) UV-blocking biodegradable film based on flaxseed mucilage/pectin impregnated with titanium dioxide and calcium chloride for food packaging applications.International Journal of Biological Macromolecules.  Doi: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.124335 (Impact Factor: 8.02)  (Q1)

82. Princy Kathait, Pramod Omre, Pardeep Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Development of a PVA-starch antioxidant film incorporating beetroot stem waste extract for active food packaging. Journal of Polymers and the Environment. Doi : 10.1007/s10924-023-02840-y (Impact Factor: 4.70) (Q1)

81. Ram Kumar Deshmukh, Lokesh Kumar, Kirtiraj K Gaikwad*(2023) Halloysite nanotubes for food packaging application: A review. Applied Clay Science. 234: 106856. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clay.2023.106856 (Impact Factor: 5.90) (Q1)

80. Lokesh Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Advanced food packaging systems for space exploration missions. Life Sciences in Space Research. 27: 7-14 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lssr.2023.01.005 (Impact Factor: 2.73) (Q2)

79. Konala Akhila, Afreen Sultana, Dakuri Ramakanth, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Monitoring freshness of chicken using intelligent pH indicator packaging film composed of polyvinyl alcohol/guar gum integrated with Ipomoea coccinea extract. Food Bioscience.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fbio.2023.102397 (Impact Factor: 5.31)  (Q1)

78. Dakuri Ramakanth, Konala Akhila, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Influence of halloysite nanotubes/microfibrillated cellulose on pine leaves waste based ethylene scavenging composite paper for food packaging applications. Applied Clay Science. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clay.2022.106726 (Impact Factor: 5.90) (Q1)

77. Harshi Singhi, Lokesh Kumar, Preetam Sarkar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Chitosan based antioxidant biofilm with waste Citrus limetta pomace extract and impregnated with halloysite nanotubes for food packaging. Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization. DOI : 10.1007/s11694-023-01825-8 (Impact Factor: 3.00) (Q2)

76. Manoj Sathwane, Monika Chhajed, Chhavi Verma, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad*, Pradip K. Maji (2022) Synergistic effect of hybrid hydroxylated boron nitride and cellulose nanocrystals for enhancing the thermal, mechanical, and hydrophobic properties of the composite film. Polymer Composites. https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.27112 (Impact Factor: 3.53) (Q2)

75. Ruchika Zalpouri, Manpreet Singh, Preetinder Kaur, Amrit Kaur, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Ashutosh Singh (2023) Drying kinetics, physicochemical and thermal analysis of onion puree dried using a refractance window dryer. Processes 11(3): 700; https://doi.org/10.3390/pr11030700 (Impact Factor: 3.35) (Q2)

74. Pardeep Kumar, Lokesh Kumar, Rohit Tanwar, Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Active edible coating based on guar gum with mint extract and antibrowning agents for ber (Ziziphus mauritiana) fruits preservation. Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization https://doi.org/10.1007/s11694-022-01609-6 (Impact Factor: 3.00) (Q2)

73. Deepika, Lokesh Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Carbon dots for food packaging applications. Sustainable Food Technology, 1(2), 185-199  DOI: 10.1039/d2fb00020b

72. Ram Kumar Deshmukh Lokman Hakim Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2023) Active Packaging Materials. Current Food Science and Technology Reports. DOI : 10.1007/s43555-023-00004-6

71. Manoj Sathwane, Ram Deshmukh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Pradip K. Maji (2023) Valorization of nanocellulose from bael (Aegle marmelos correa) fruit waste shells: Surface chemistry and morphological analysis. Bioresource Technology Reports 101727 Doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biteb.2023.101727

70. Prachi Jain, Lokesh Kumar, Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad*(2023) Trends in packaging of millets and millet-based processed products. Current Food Science and Technology Reports. doi 10.1007/s43555-023-00013-5 

69. Shashank Saini, S. Kardam, A. Kadam, Vivek Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2023). Ethylene gas scavenging properties of nano-silica isolated from rice straw and of its PVA-based formulation coated on duplex paperboard made from softwood and rice straw Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-023-04698-5 (Impact Factor: 4.00) (Q2)

2022

68. Srutee Rout, Srushti Tambe, Ram Kumar Deshmukh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad et al., (2022) Recent trends in the application of essential oils: The next generation of food preservation and food packaging. Trends in Food Science & Technology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tifs.2022.10.012 (Impact Factor: 16) (Q1)

67. Ram Deshmukh, Pardeep Kumar, Rohit Tanwar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2022) Pectin-Polyvinylpyrrolidone Based Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Nanocomposite Film Impregnated with Titania Nanoparticles and Bael Shell Extract. Food and Bioprocess Technology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11947-022-02922-0 (Impact Factor: 5.58) (Q1)

66. Praveen Kumar Kunam, Dakuri Ramakanth, Konala Akhila, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2022) Bio-based materials for barrier coatings on paper packaging. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-022-03241-2 (Impact Factor: 4.00) (Q1)

65. Afreen Sultana, Md Wasim Siddiqui, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2022) Synthesis of zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 composite as ethylene scavenger for fruits and vegetable preservation and packaging. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-022-03066-z (Impact Factor: 4.00) (Q2)

64. Lokesh Kumar, Ram Deshmukh, and Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2022) Antimicrobial packaging film from cactus (Cylindropuntia fulgida) mucilage and gelatine. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules  (Impact Factor: 8.02)  (Q1)

63. Ram Deshmukh, Konala Akhila, Dakuri Ramakanth, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2022) Guar gum/carboxymethyl cellulose-based antioxidant film incorporated with halloysite nanotubes and litchi shell waste extract for active packaging. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. 201:1-13 (Impact Factor: 8.02)  (Q1)

62. Ram Deshmukh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2022) Quality preservation in banana fruits packed in pine needle and halloysite nanotube-based ethylene gas scavenging paper during storage.  Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-022-02708-6 (Impact Factor: 4.00)  (Q2)

61. Dakuri Ramakanth, Konala Akhila, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad*, Pradip Maji (2022) UV-activated oxygen scavenging system based on natural rubber latex from Hevea brasiliensis for active packaging applications. Industrial Crops & Products. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indcrop.2022.114658 (Impact Factor: 6.44) (Q1)

60. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Ram K Deshmukh, Youn Suk Lee (2022) Natural phenolic compound coated oxygen scavenging active polyolefin film for preserving the quality of fish cake Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-022-02678-9 (Impact Factor: 4.00)  (Q2)

59. Ram Kumar Deshmukh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2022) Natural antimicrobial and antioxidant compounds for active food packaging applications. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. Doi: 10.1007/s13399-022-02623-w (Impact Factor: 4.00)  (Q2)

58. Konala Akhila, Dakuri Ramakanth, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2022) Development of novel gallic acid and cellulose acetate coated paper as pH-responsive oxygen indicator for intelligent food packaging. Journal of Coatings Technology and Research.DOI : 10.1007/s11998-022-00622-0 (Impact Factor: 2.38)  (Q2)

57. Aakash Upadhyay, Pardeep Kumar Saurabh Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2022) Ethylene scavenging film based on corn starch-gum acacia impregnated with sepiolite clay and its effect on quality of fresh broccoli florets. Food Bioscience. 46:101556 (Impact Factor: 5.31) (Q1)

56. Afreen Sultana, Ajay Kathuria, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2022) Metal-organic frameworks for active food packaging. A review. Environmental Chemistry Letters. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10311-022-01387-z (Impact Factor: 13.61) (Q1)

55. Shashank Saini, S. Kardam, A. Kadam, Vivek Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2022) Green and energy-efficient extraction of cellulose nano-fibrils from rice straw and its coating to improve functional properties of rice straw paperboard made via refiner mechanical pulping. Progress in Organic Coatings 165: 106747   (Impact Factor: 6.20) (Q1)

54. Srivastava, P., Ramakanth, D., Akhila, K., & Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2022) Package design as a branding tool in the cosmetic industry: consumers’ perception vs. reality. SN Business & Economics, 2(6) 58 https://doi.org/10.1007/s43546-022-00222-5

53. Ram Deshmukh, Hakim Lokman, Konala Akhila, Dakuri Ramakanth, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2022) Nano clays and its composites for food packaging applications. International Nano Letter. shttps://doi.org/10.1007/s40089-022-00388-8

2021

52. Lokesh Kumar, Dakuri Ramakanth, Konala Akhila, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2021) Edible films and coatings for food packaging applications: a review. Environmental Chemistry Letters https://doi.org/10.1007/s10311-021-01339-z  (Impact Factor: 13.02) (Q1) 

51. Vidhi Gupta, Rakhi Yadav, Rohit Tanwar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2021). ҡ-Carrageenan-based bio-nanocomposite film reinforced with cellulose nanocrystals derived from amla pomace for food packaging. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-021-02028-1 (Impact Factor: 4.00)  (Q2)

50. Jitendra Kumar, Konala Akhila, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2021). Recent developments in intelligent packaging systems for food processing industry: a review. Food Processing and Technology 12: 895.

49. Vidhi Gupta, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad*(2021) Microfibrillated cellulose from pine cone: extraction, properties, and characterization. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-021-01794-2 (Impact Factor: 4.00) (Q2) 

48. Pardeep Kumar, Rohit Tanwar, Vidhi Gupta, Aakash Upadhyay, Anil Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2021) Pineapple peel extract incorporated poly(vinyl alcohol)-corn starch film for active food packaging: Preparation, characterization, and antioxidant activity. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.07.136 (Impact Factor: 8.02)  (Q1) 

47. Rohit Tanwar, Vidhi Gupta, Pardeep Kumar, Kumar A, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2021) Development and characterization of PVA-starch incorporated with coconut shell extract and sepiolite clay as an antioxidant film for active food packaging applications. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. 185: 451-461 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.06.179 (Impact Factor: 6.95)  (Q1) 

46.Vidhi Gupta, S. Saini, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2021) Pine needles lignocellulosic ethylene scavenging paper impregnated with nanozeolite for active packaging applications. Industrial Crops and Products. 170: 113752 doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indcrop.2021.113752 (Impact Factor: 6.44) (Q1) 

45. Shashank Saini, A. A. Kadam, V. Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, D. Dutt (2021) Conversion of rice straw into disposable food‑serving bowl via refiner mechanical pulping: an environmentally benign approach to mitigate stubble burning and plastic pollution. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery.        https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-021-01728-y (Impact Factor: 4.00)  (Q2) 

44. Dakuri Ramakanth, Suman Singh, P. K. Maji, Youn Suk Lee, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2021) Advanced packaging for distribution and storage of COVID-19 vaccines: a review. Environmental Chemistry Letters. doi:https://doi.org/10.1007/s10311-021-01256-1 (Impact Factor: 13.02) (Q1) 

43. Vidhi Gupta, Dakuri Ramakanth, Chhavi Verma, P. K. Maji, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2021) Isolation and characterization of cellulose nanocrystals from amla (Phyllanthus Emblica) pomace. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-021-01852-9  (Impact Factor: 4.00)  (Q2) 

42. Ajit Kumar, Dakuri Ramakanth., Lee, Y. S.,  Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2021). Active packaging technologies for clean label food products: a review. Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization, 1-11.https://doi.org/10.1007/s11694-021-01024-3 (Impact Factor: 3.00) (Q2)

41. Ashish Kadam, Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad* (2021) Chitosan-based antioxidant films incorporated with pine needle (Cedrus deodara) extract for active food packaging applications. Food Control.124: 107877. Doi: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2021.107877 (Impact Factor: 6.65)  (Q1) 

40. Pragya Gupta, Akanksha Pandey, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Sunanda Roy, Pradip Maji (2021) Role of rheological premonitory of hydrogel based on cellulose nanofibers and polymethylsilsesquioxane on the physical properties of corresponding aerogel. Polymer Engineering and Science. Doi: 10.1002/pen.25671 (Impact Factor: 2.54) (Q2)

2020

39. Gaurav Singh, Suman Singh, Bijender Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad*(2020) Active oxygen barrier chitosan films containing gallic acid-based oxygen scavenger. Journal of Food Measurement & Characterization. Doi: 10.1007/s11694-020-00669-w (Impact Factor: 3.00) (Q2) 

38. Suman Singh, Pradip K Maji, Youn Suk Lee, Kirtiraj K Gaikwad*(2020) Applications of gaseous chlorine dioxide for antimicrobial food packaging: a review. Environmental Chemistry Letters. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10311-020-01085-8 (Impact Factor: 13.02) (Q1) 

37. Kumar, B.; Priyadarshi, R.;.....Gaikwad, K.K.; Kim, J.; Kumar, A.; Negi, Y.S. (2020) Nanoporous sodium carboxymethyl cellulose-g-poly (Sodium Acrylate)/FeCl₃ hydrogel beads: synthesis and characterization. Gels 6 (4): 49. Doi: 10.3390/gels6040049 (Impact Factor: 4.70) (Q1) 

36. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad., Singh, S., Shin, J., Lee, Y.S., (2020) Novel polyisoprene-based UV-activated oxygen scavenging films and their applications in packaging of beef jerky. LWT -Food Science and Technology. 117:108643. Doi: 10.1016/j.lwt.2019.108643.  (Impact Factor: 6.05) (Q1) 

35. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Singh, Suman, Yuvraj Singh Negi (2020) Ethylene scavengers for active packaging of fresh food produce. Environmental Chemistry Letters. 18: 269-284. Doi.10.1007/s10311-019-00938-1 (Impact Factor: 13.02) (Q1) 

34. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad*, Singh, Suman, Yuvraj Singh Negi, Youn Suk Lee (2020) The effect of trans-polyisoprene/LDPE based active films on oxidative stability in roasted peanuts. Journal of Food Measurement & Characterization. 14:1857-1864. Doi.10.1007/s11694-020-00433-0.  (Impact Factor: 3.00) (Q2) 

2019

33. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2019) Development and application of a pyrogallic acid-based oxygen scavenging packaging system for shelf life extension of peeled garlic. Scientia Horticulturae. 256:108548 Doi.10.1016/j.scienta.2019.108548 (Impact Factor: 4.34)  (Q1) 

32. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Suman Singh, Abdellah Ajji (2019) Moisture absorbers for food packaging applications. Environmental Chemistry Letters. 17 (2)609–628 Doi.10.1007/s10311-018-0810-z  (Impact Factor: 13.02) (Q1) 

31. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2019) Temperature-controlling system for fresh produce during distribution and transportation. Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry.  Doi: 10.1007/s10973-019-08658-y (Impact Factor: 4.75) (Q1)

2018

30. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Suman Singh, Youn Suk Lee (2018) Antimicrobial and improved barrier properties of natural phenolic compound-coated polymeric films for active packaging applications. Journal of Coatings Technology and Research. 16: 147–157. Doi. 10.1007/s11998-018-0109-9  (Impact Factor: 2.38) (Q2)

29. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2018) Temperature-sensitive smart packaging for monitoring the shelf life of fresh beef. Journal of Food Engineering. 234:42-49. doi: 10.1016/j.jfoodeng.2018.04.014. ScienceDirect top 25 most downloaded articles. (Impact Factor: 6.20) (Q1)

28. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Suman Singh, Youn Suk Lee (2018) High adsorption of ethylene by alkali-treated halloysite nanotubes for food packaging applications. Environmental Chemistry Letters. 16:1055–1062 Doi. 10.1007/s10311-018-0718-7  (Impact Factor: 13.02) (Q1)

27. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Myungho Lee, Youn Suk Lee (2018) Thermally buffered corrugated packaging for preserving the postharvest freshness of mushrooms (Agaricus bispours). Journal of Food Engineering. 218:11-19. Doi: 10.1016/j.jfoodeng.2017.07.013 (Impact Factor: 6.20) (Q1)

26. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Suman Singh, Youn Suk Lee (2018) Oxygen scavenging films in food packaging. Environmental Chemistry Letters. 16:523–538 Doi 10.1007/s10311-018-0705-z (Impact Factor: 13.02) (Q1)

25. Suman Singh, Myungho Lee, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2018) Antibacterial and amine scavenging properties of silver-silica composite for post-harvest storage of fresh fish. Food and Bioproducts Processing. 107: 61-69 Doi: 10.1016/j.fbp.2017.10.009 (Impact Factor: 5.10) (Q1)

24. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2018) Anthocyanin – a natural dye for smart food packaging systems. Korean Journal of Packaging Science & Technology. 24 (3) 167-180 https://doi.org/10.20909/kopast.2018.24.3.167

23. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2018) Phase change materials for advanced cooling packaging. Environmental Chemistry Letters. Doi. 10.1007/s10311-018-0726-7 (Impact Factor: 13.02) (Q1)

2017

22. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Suman Singh, Youn Suk Lee (2017) A pyrogallol-coated modified LDPE film as an oxygen scavenging film for active packaging materials. Progress in Organic Coatings.111:186-195. Doi 10.1016/j.porgcoat.2017.05.016.ScienceDirect top 25 most downloaded articles. (Impact Factor: 6.20) (Q1)

21. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Myungho Lee, Youn Suk Lee (2017) Microwave-assisted micro-encapsulation of phase change material using zein for smart food packaging applications. Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry. 131 (3)2187–2195 DOI: 10.1007/s10973-017-6768-4  (Impact Factor: 4.75) (Q1)

20. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Suman Singh, Youn Suk Lee (2017) A new pyrogallol coated oxygen scavenging film and their effect on oxidative stability of soybean oil under different storage conditions. Food Science and Biotechnology 26(6) 1535–1543. Doi 10.1007/s10068-017-0232-x (Impact Factor: 3.21) (Q2)

19. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2017) Antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of polyvinyl alcohol biocomposite films containing seaweed extracted cellulose nano-crystal and basil leaves extract. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. 107, 1879-1887. Doi: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2017.10.057 (Impact Factor: 8.02) (Q1)

18. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2017) Temperature regulating material for advanced food packaging- Review. Journal of Food Measurement & Characterization. 12(1) 588–601 Doi: 10.1007/s11694-017-9672-5 (Impact Factor: 3.00) (Q2)

17. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2017) Microwave-assisted step reduced extraction of seaweed (Gelidiella aceroso) cellulose nanocrystals. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. 99: 506–510. Doi 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2017.03.004  (Impact Factor: 8.02) (Q1)

16. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Seong Min Lee, Youn Suk Lee (2017) Development of antimicrobial polyolefin films containing lauroyl arginate and their use in the packaging of strawberries. Journal of Food Measurement & Characterization. 11:1706–1716. Doi 10.1007/s11694-017-9551-0  (Impact Factor: 3.00)  (Q2)

15. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2017) Current scenario of gas scavenging systems used in active packaging – A review. Journal of Packaging Science and Technology. 23(2) 109-117.Doi 10.20909/kopast.2017.23.2.109.

14. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2017) Effect of storage conditions on the absorption kinetics of non-metallic oxygen scavenger suitable for moist food packaging. Journal of Food Measurement & Characterization. 11(3) 965–971. Doi 10.1007/s11694-017-9470-0  (Impact Factor: 3.00) (Q2)

2016

13. Byung J. Ahn, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2016) Characterization and properties of LDPE film with gallic-acid-based oxygen scavenging system useful as a functional packaging material. Journal of Applied Polymer Science 133: 44138. Doi 10.1002/app.44138 (Impact Factor: 3.12) (Q2)

12. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Jin Yong Lee, Youn Suk Lee (2016) Development of polyvinyl alcohol and apple pomace bio-composite film with antioxidant properties for active food packaging application. Journal of Food Science and Technology. 53(3):1608- 1619. Doi 10.1007/s13197-015-2104-9 (Impact Factor: 3.70) (Q2)

11. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Youn Suk Lee (2016) Novel natural phenolic compound-based oxygen scavenging system for active packaging applications. Journal of Food Measurement & Characterization. 10 (3): 533–538. Doi 10.1007/s11694-016-9332-1  (Impact Factor: 3.00) (Q2)

10. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Suman Singh, Youn Suk Lee (2016) Functional corrugated board with organic and inorganic materials in food packaging application: A Review. Journal of Packaging Science and Technology 22 (3) 49-58. Doi 10.20909/kopast.2016.22.3.49

9. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, P.K. Omre, Youn Suk Lee (2016) Process development for stabilization of sugar cane juice using response surface methodology. Journal of Food Measurement & Characterization. 10:727–737. Doi 10.1007/s11694-016-9357-5   (Impact Factor: 3.00) (Q2)

2015-2013

8. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Seonghyuk Ko (2015) Overview on polymer nano clay composite paper coating for packaging application. Journal of Material Science & Engineering 4:151. Doi: 10.4172/2169-0022.1000151

7. Singh, S., Omre, P. K., Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2014) Sensory Evaluation of optimized and Stabilized Sugarcane Juice. International Journal of Engineering Research and General Science 2(6). 637-648

6. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad and P.K. Omre, (2014) Spoilage of Sugarcane Juice a Problem in sugarcane Industry - A Review. International journal of agricultural Engineering. 7(1): 259-263

5. Suman Singh, P.K. Omre, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2014) Standardization of process parameters for neem oil & determination of properties for using as a fuel. International Journal of Engineering Research & General Science 2: 6.

4. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, P.K. Omre, B.K. Kumbhar (2013) Microwave Convection Drying Characteristics of Beet Root (Beta Vulgaris L.) Using Modeling Equations for Drying. Journal of Food Process Technology 4:263. DOI: 10.4172/2157-7110.1000263

3. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Singh S, Shakya B.R. (2013) Studies on the Development and Shelf Life of Low-Calorie Herbal Aonla-Ginger RTS Beverage by Using Artificial Sweeteners. Journal of Food Process Technology 4: 200. DOI:10.4172/2157-7110.1000200

2. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Suman Singh, B. R. Shakya (2013) Studies on the development and shelf life of low-calorie herbal aonla-ginger RTS beverage by using artificial sweeteners. Beverage & Food World Journal 40 (4) 34-36.

1. Singh Suman and Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2013). Studies on the development and storage stability of bitter gourd-lemon function RTS beverage. Internat. Journal of Processing & Post-Harvest Technology, 3 (2): 306-310.

# Book Chapters 

24.  Md Salman Rashid, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, and Tuba Esatbeyoglu (2025) Introduction to Food Packaging Technology. Concepts of Food Packaging. AAP & CRC Press USA .ISBN: 9781774918968

23. Anushikha and Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2025) The Role of Food Packaging in Food Preservation. Concepts of Food Packaging. AAP & CRC Press USA ISBN: 9781774918968

22.  Prachi Jain, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, and Suman Singh (2025) Modified Atmosphere Packaging. Concepts of Food Packaging. AAP & CRC Press USA  ISBN: 9781774918968

21. Shefali Tripathi and Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2025) Aseptic Packaging Technology. Concepts of Food Packaging. AAP & CRC Press USA ISBN: 9781774918968

20. Tejaswani Dhanaji Patil and Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2025) Edible and Biodegradable Packaging Materials. Concepts of Food Packaging. AAP & CRC Press USA ISBN: 9781774918968

19. Ram Kumar Deshmukh and Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2025) Food Packaging Regulations and Standards. Concepts of Food Packaging. AAP & CRC Press USA ISBN: 9781774918968

18. Samiksha Bisht and Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2025) Quality Control and Assurance in Food Packaging. Concepts of Food Packaging. ISBN: 9781774918968

17. Lokman Hakim and Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2025) Food Packaging Safety and Health Risks. Concepts of Food Packaging. ISBN: AAP & CRC Press USA 9781774918968

16. Lokesh Kumar and Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2025)  Emerging Technologies in Food Packaging. Concepts of Food Packaging. AAP & CRC Press USA ISBN: 9781774918968

15. Pradeep Kumar and Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2025) Future Direction in Food Packaging Technology. Concepts of Food Packaging. AAP & CRC Press USA ISBN: 9781774918968

14. L Kumar, RK Deshmukh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2024) Functional Agents from Agro‐Waste for Active and Intelligent Food Packaging Agro‐Waste Derived Biopolymers and Biocomposites

13. RK Deshmukh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2024) Natural Antioxidants for Active Packaging of Fresh-Cut Fruits Novel Packaging Systems for Fruits and Vegetables, 169-194                

12. K Akhila, S Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2024) New Smart Packaging Technologies for Monitoring Quality of Agriculture Produce Novel Packaging Systems for Fruits and Vegetables, 195-218                   

11. P Srivastava, D Ramakanth, L Hakim, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2024) Package Designing Aspects for Marketing of Fruits and Vegetables. Novel Packaging Systems for Fruits and Vegetables, 265-287       

10. D Ramakanth, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, PK Maji (2024) Natural Oxygen Scavengers for Maintaining the Quality of Fruits and Vegetables. Novel Packaging Systems for Fruits and Vegetables, 115-143   

9. S Tripathi, L Hakim, D Gupta, RK Deshmukh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2024) Recent Trends in Films and Gases for Modified Atmosphere Packaging of Fresh Produce Novel Packaging Systems for Fruits and Vegetables, 67-93

8. L Kumar, S Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2024) Active Edible Coatings and Films for the Preservation of the Quality of Agricultural Produce Novel Packaging Systems for Fruits and Vegetables, 219-245                   

7. A Pandey, A Maiti, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2024) Protective Packaging for Distribution and Storage of Fruits and Vegetables. Novel Packaging Systems for Fruits and Vegetables, 247-263   

6. AK Singh, A Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, YS Lee (2024) Modeling mass transfer in biodegradable and edible packaging Biodegradable and Edible Food Packaging, 477-506

5. RK Deshmukh, D Ramakanth, K Akhila, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad (2024) Natural Clay‐Based Food Packaging Films Natural Materials for Food Packaging Application, 121-163

4. AK Singh, A Kumar, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, YS Lee (2024) Enzymatic Modification of Starch Starch: Advances in Modifications, Technologies and Applications, 409-430

3. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, Suman Singh, PK Omre, Sandhya Madan Mohan (2014) Active and intelligent packaging: Innovations for the future. Food Processing and Technology: new emerging areas. ISBN: 978-81-8329-717-2.

2. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, PK Omre (2014) Food Packaging Development. Food Processing and Technology: new emerging areas. 10-21. ISBN: 978-81-8329-717-2.

1. Suman Singh, Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad, PK More (2014) Food sovereignty as a way to achieve food security Extension for agriculture & rural development.-133-138. ISBN: 978-8-176223386.