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R&D and Application of 3D Printing Technology in Functional Plant-Based Foods

The rising consumer focus on health promotion and disease prevention has made functional foods a core global food industry trend. Plant-based functional foods, abundant in polyphenols, probiotics, and dietary fiber, have unique health benefits, and 3D printing—with its flexible, precise manufacturing capabilities—unlocks new avenues for personalized products. This study reviews 3D printing’s R&D and application in functional plant-based foods, systematically analyzing functional ingredient integration into printable inks, printing process optimization for bioactive substance retention, and functional efficacy evaluation of printed outputs. Key challenges are addressed, including functional ingredient-printability compatibility, bioactive stability during printing and storage, and functional evaluation standardization. Innovative solutions (microencapsulation, intelligent parameter regulation, multi-dimensional evaluation systems) are proposed, alongside case studies targeting gut health, immune regulation, and anti-aging. This review offers a comprehensive reference for researchers and industry practitioners, advancing the innovation and industrialization of 3D-printed functional plant-based foods.

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Shelf Life Extension Technologies and Quality Maintenance of 3D-Printed Plant-Based Foods

The rapid development of 3D printing technology has promoted the industrialization process of personalized plant-based foods, but the short shelf life and easy quality deterioration of 3D-printed products have become key bottlenecks restricting their commercialization. This study systematically reviews the shelf life limiting factors of 3D-printed plant-based foods, focuses on the application of shelf life extension technologies (including modified atmosphere packaging, active packaging, non-thermal processing, and formulation optimization), and explores the mechanisms of these technologies in maintaining the nutritional quality, sensory properties, and microbial safety of 3D-printed plant-based foods. The interactions between 3D printing processes and shelf life extension technologies are analyzed, and the existing challenges and future development directions are discussed. Research results show that the combination of multiple shelf life extension technologies can synergistically improve the storage stability of 3D-printed plant-based foods. This review provides theoretical support and technical reference for solving the quality maintenance problems of 3D-printed plant-based foods during storage, and promotes the sustainable development of the 3D-printed plant-based food industry.

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Sensory Characteristics Optimization and Consumer Acceptance of 3D-Printed Plant-Based Foods: A Multidimensional Evaluation

3D printing holds promise for personalized sustainable plant-based foods, yet commercialization is hindered by suboptimal sensory quality and uncertain consumer acceptance. This study optimized sensory traits (texture, flavor, color) of 3D-printed plant-based foods and assessed consumer acceptance via multidimensional methods. Chickpea protein isolate and oat β-glucan formed core ink materials, supplemented with sensory modifiers. Single-factor and response surface methodology optimized printing parameters (nozzle diameter, temperature, filling density). Evaluations included professional sensory panel tests, 200-participant hedonic/WTP surveys, and electronic nose/tongue analyses. Optimal products matched traditional plant-based meat analog texture, reached 82% real meat flavor similarity, and had natural color. 78% of consumers liked the product, with WTP ($5.2±0.3/100g) comparable to commercial alternatives. This work offers theoretical and technical support for 3D-printed plant-based food commercialization.

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Applications and Challenges of 3D Printing Technology in Precision Nutrition Customization of Personalized Plant-Based Foods

With the global surge in demand for personalized nutrition and sustainable food systems, 3D printing technology has emerged as a transformative tool in plant-based food production. This study systematically explores the applications of 3D printing in precision nutrition customization of personalized plant-based foods, focusing on formulation design, parameter optimization, nutritional regulation, and consumer acceptance. Key advancements in 3D-printable plant-based ink development, including protein-polysaccharide composite systems, are analyzed. The challenges hindering industrialization, such as printability-nutrition balance, sensory quality optimization, and cost control, are discussed. Strategies for overcoming these barriers, integrating artificial intelligence and big data analytics, are proposed. Results from case studies demonstrate that 3D printing enables accurate customization of macronutrient ratios and micronutrient fortification for specific populations. This review provides critical insights for researchers and industry professionals, promoting the advancement and commercialization of 3D-printed personalized plant-based foods.

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3D Printing-Driven Development of Personalized Plant-Based Foods: From Formulation Optimization to Sustainability Assessment

The rising demand for personalized nutrition and sustainable food systems has driven advances in 3D food printing. This study optimized plant-based food ink formulations and assessed their nutritional customization potential and environmental sustainability. Composite inks were prepared with soy protein isolate, wheat gluten, pea protein, dietary fiber, and essential fatty acids; their rheological properties, printability, and texture were analyzed to determine optimal ratios. Personalized products for diabetics, athletes, and the elderly were 3D-printed with tailored nutrition. Life cycle assessment (LCA) compared environmental impacts with traditional production. Results showed the optimal ink (30% soy protein, 20% wheat gluten, 15% pea protein, 5% dietary fiber) had excellent printability and texture. Diabetic products saw 35% lower GI, athlete products reached 28 g/100 g protein, and 3D printing cut carbon emissions by 22% and water use by 18%. This study confirms 3D printing’s viability for personalized, sustainable plant-based foods.

Journal of Embodied Intelligence
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Personalized Affective Adaptation of Embodied Robots and Elderly Long-Term Acceptance: A Longitudinal Neurocognitive Study

Long-term acceptance is crucial for sustainable application of embodied robots in elderly care, but existing studies focus on short-term effects and lack personalized adaptation strategies. To address this, this study explored the impact of robots’ personalized affective adaptation (based on elderly’s personality and emotional preference) on long-term acceptance via a 12-week longitudinal experiment (36 participants, personalized vs. general adaptation groups). Behavioral results: experimental group’s long-term acceptance score was significantly higher at 8/12 weeks (12w:6.5±0.7 vs. control’s 4.8±0.9, p<0.001), with sustained high growth, while control’s declined after 8w. Neurocognitively, experimental group had sustained VMPFC/insula activation and stable high alpha-gamma IBS. Chain mediation analysis showed personalized emotional support and interaction familiarity mediated the relationship. Findings clarify dynamic mechanisms, guiding personalized elderly-friendly robot design.

Journal of Embodied Intelligence
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Multimodal Perception-Based Intelligent Robots for Cognitive Function Improvement in Elderly with Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Neurocognitive Intervention Study

Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), a critical transition between normal aging and dementia, demands early non-pharmacological intervention. Embodied robots show potential in elderly care, but existing MCI interventions rely on single-modal interaction and lack real-time cognitive state-based personalization. This study developed a multimodal perception-based intelligent robot (MPIR) and explored its effect on MCI elderly via a 10-week experiment (42 participants, MPIR vs. traditional training groups). Behavioral results: MPIR group’s MoCA score improved by 10.3% (T0:22.3±1.8 to T2:24.6±1.5, p<0.001), higher than control’s 4.2% (p<0.05), with greater ADAS-Cog reduction. Neurocognitively, MPIR group had sustained PFC/hippocampus activation and increased P300 amplitude (p<0.001). Real-time cognitive load matching and positive emotions played parallel mediating roles. Findings confirm MPIR’s effectiveness, providing new means for MCI early intervention.

Journal of Embodied Intelligence
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Intention Coordination and Trust Building in Dynamic Embodied Human-Robot Collaboration: A Neurocognitive Perspective

Against global population aging, embodied robots are widely applied in elderly care, where affective trust and adaptive collaboration are vital. Elderly-assisted human-robot collaboration (HRC) faces unique challenges like declining cognitive-motor abilities and high emotional demands, yet the neurocognitive mechanisms linking robot embodied adaptation and affective trust remain unclear. This study combined behavioral experiments, fNIRS and EEG to explore this basis via a perturbed daily assistance task, comparing adaptive affective embodied intelligent (AEI) and preprogrammed robots. Behavioral results showed AEI robots improved collaboration smoothness (32.6%), affective trust (41.3%) and reduced fatigue (27.8%). Neurocognitive data indicated enhanced alpha-gamma inter-brain synchronization (IPL/STS) and elevated HbO levels (VMPFC/ACC) in the AEI group; alpha-gamma IBS fully mediated robot type-trust relationship (63.5% effect). These findings guide elderly-friendly robot design.

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