Application of Mathematical Modelling and Statistical Approaches to Boost the Industrial Application of Plant Volatiles

Abstract

Plant volatiles possess inherent biological properties with potent industrial application in diverse field such as agriculture, medicine, and food sector. However, the complex chemical profile and biological activities of plant volatile are often influenced by several intrinsic and extrinsic parameter such as extraction methods, temperature, moisture, relative humidity, pH, water activity (aw), and oxidation reduction potential of substrates. Hence, the exploration of optimized conditions to enhance the effectiveness of volatile oils could boost the industrial application of plant volatiles. This chapter deals with the use of mathematical modelling approaches in combination with the experimental design strategies to optimize the intrinsic and extrinsic environmental factors to boost biological activities of plant volatiles. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2024.