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Simone D. Castellarinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Viticulture
• Berry Crop Physiology
• Plant Genomics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Simone D. Castellarin is a Professor in the Department of Applied Biology at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Land and Food Systems, and holds the Canada Research Chair Tier 2 in Viticulture. His research focuses on the molecular and physiological mechanisms governing berry ripening and composition in grapes, blueberries, and raspberries, with emphasis on genomic regulation under environmental stressors like heatwaves and drought. PhD in Plant Biology from the University of Udine (2007) Postdoctoral training at Hochschule Geisenheim University and University of California Davis Research areas include terpene biosynthesis, jasmonate signaling, cuticular wax dynamics, and agronomic strategies for climate change mitigation. Key projects involve remote sensing for vineyard zoning , hormone application effects , and genetic studies of berry quality traits . His work spans collaborations with industry bodies like the BC Wine and Grape Council and academic partners including the Cantu Lab at UC Davis. Recent publications highlight genomic analyses of terpene synthases, water deficit impacts on metabolites, and postharvest quality assessments. Awards include the 2009 Rudolf Hermanns Prize for viticultural research. He supervises numerous PhD and Master's students, and leads the Castellarin Lab at UBC's Wine Research Centre.

Lailiang Chengمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Physiology
• Fruit Crop Nutrition
• Sugar Metabolism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lailiang Cheng is a Professor in the Horticulture Section of Cornell University's School of Integrative Plant Science, specializing in the physiological processes of deciduous fruit crops (particularly apple). His research focuses on sugar/malate metabolism, mineral nutrition, and environmental stress responses to improve orchard productivity and fruit quality. He integrates physiological, biochemical, and molecular approaches to study sorbitol signaling and nutrient management in high-density orchards. Education: Doctorate, Oregon State University (1999) Master of Science, Shandong Agricultural University (1989) Bachelor of Science, Shandong Agricultural University (1984) Research Focus: Cheng's work investigates carbon partitioning, malate accumulation, and nutrient transport dynamics in apple trees under abiotic stresses. His extension program delivers nutrient management strategies to the apple industry, while his teaching emphasizes analytical techniques (PLSCI 6170) and crop nutrition principles (PLSCI 4551/6551). Publication Analysis: Recent articles (2021-2025) reveal dominant themes in molecular regulation of fruit acidity, transporter biology, stress-responsive transcription factors, and omics-assisted breeding. Over 70% of publications involve collaborative work on apple genomics, with consistent emphasis on translating basic research into orchard management solutions. Awards & Recognition: No scientific awards mentioned in source materials. Academic Contributions: Advises graduate students in Horticulture; research supported by Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station. Collaborates extensively with pomology breeders, extension specialists, and molecular biologists globally.

• Process Analytical Technology (PAT)
• Food and Bioproducts Processing
• Bioprocessing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Colm O'Donnell is a Full Professor at the School of Biosystems and Food Engineering, University College Dublin (UCD). He leads the Food Quality and Processing Pillar at UCD's Institute of Food & Health and has held roles including Head of the School and Vice-Principal for Teaching & Learning in the College of Engineering & Architecture. His research focuses on Process Analytical Technology (PAT), bioprocessing, and dairy technology, with emphasis on spectroscopy, bioactive compound extraction, and food safety. He coordinates EU-funded projects like DiTECT and FreshProof, and leads the UCD team in the Dairy Processing Technology Centre (DPTC). O'Donnell is a Fellow of the Irish Academy of Engineering and has been recognized as a Thomson Reuters Highly Cited Researcher. Education: BE and PhD from University College Dublin, Chartered Engineer (CEng). Research Interests: PAT for food/bioproducts, dairy processing innovations, and bioactive extraction from seaweeds. His group develops non-destructive technologies like NIR-HSI and acoustic sensors for real-time quality monitoring in food production. Grants: Over 40 grants including EU Horizon 2020, Marie Sklodowska-Curie, and industry partnerships. Recent projects include acoustic sensor development for milk protein concentrate (2020-2022) and seaweed biorefinery processes (2018-2023). Awards: Irish Academy of Engineering Fellowship (2022), EU Comett Fellowship, and editorial roles at International Journal of Food Properties and Food Engineering Reviews . Labs/Teams: Leads the PAT-focused research group at UCD's Institute of Food & Health, collaborating with industry partners like DPTC and global academic networks.

• Food Science and Technology
• Postharvest Biology
• Food Quality
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr Natalia Falagan Sama is a Senior Lecturer in Food Science and Technology at Cranfield University, affiliated with the Plant Science Laboratory within the Centre for Soil, Agrifood and Biosciences. Her work focuses on reducing food waste and improving food security through innovative postharvest strategies for fruits and vegetables. University: Cranfield University School: Centre for Soil, Agrifood and Biosciences Department: Plant Science Laboratory Academic Rank: Senior Lecturer Dr Falagan Sama's research centers on understanding the biological mechanisms of ripening and senescence in fresh produce and developing sustainable technologies to extend shelf life. Her expertise spans food quality, food safety, controlled and modified atmosphere storage, and urban agriculture. She investigates how stress responses in crops can be harnessed to maintain nutritional quality and reduce losses across the supply chain. Her work integrates plant physiology, food engineering, and sustainable systems thinking. Her recent publications highlight a strong focus on postharvest biology, sustainable packaging, cold chain optimization, and the role of urban agriculture in food security. Trends in her research show increasing emphasis on climate resilience, net-zero food systems, and the societal impacts of food production, particularly during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. She frequently publishes in high-impact journals such as Postharvest Biology and Technology , Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture , and Frontiers in Plant Science . Top 50 Women in Engineering: Engineering Heroes award (2021) Medal from the Royal Academy of Engineering (Spain) (2022) Best Research Supervisor at Cranfield University (2023) Dr Falagan Sama advises on major research projects funded by BBSRC, GCRF, ESRC, and NERC, including initiatives on avocado waste reduction in Mexico and the Rurban Revolution for resilient UK food systems. She collaborates with clients such as the World Bank, Johnson Matthey, and the Department of International Trade. As a STEM ambassador, she leads the Postharvest Technology module for MSc students and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. She contributes to policy through advisory roles in the Food Standards Agency, the Cool Coalition, and the African Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Cooling and Cold Chain. She is actively involved in research teams focusing on sustainable food systems, cold chain innovation, and urban agriculture resilience. Her labs and projects emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, integrating plant science, engineering, and social science to address global food challenges.

• Food Science
• Food Preservation
• Foodborne Pathogens
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rohan V. Tikekar is an Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in the Department of Nutrition & Food Science at the University of Maryland, College Park. His research focuses on enhancing food safety and quality through novel processing technologies, including non-thermal methods like ultraviolet (UV) light and cold plasma, as well as investigating ingredient interactions and microbial inactivation mechanisms. He also provides extension services in food processing safety and FSMA HARPC training. Education: Ph.D. in Food Science (Pennsylvania State University, 2010), MS in Food Science (Rutgers University, 2006), B.Tech. in Food Technology and Engineering (Institute of Chemical Technology, 2004). Research interests include foodborne pathogens, food preservation, and the development of innovative sanitization approaches. His work spans antimicrobial treatments, UV-based technologies, and non-thermal processing effects on food quality and safety. Recent research trends emphasize synergistic combinations of physical and chemical methods (e.g., UV with organic acids, cold plasma) to address cross-contamination, pathogen inactivation, and phytochemical preservation in fresh produce. His extension efforts support food industry compliance with food safety regulations, particularly in processing and postharvest handling. Technical guidance includes irrigation water treatment, biofilm management, and FSMA guidelines.

Carmen Catalaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Plant Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Carmen Catala is an Assistant Professor in the School of Integrative Plant Science , Department of Plant Biology , at Cornell University , with a concurrent appointment at the Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI) . Her research focuses on the molecular regulation of fruit development in tomatoes, particularly the role of auxin in growth, cell wall modification, and drought stress response. Education Doctorate, University of Valencia (1991) Master of Science, Instituto de Agroquímica y Tecnología de Alimentos (1986) Bachelor of Arts, University of Valencia (1985) Research Interests Carmen’s work investigates auxin synthesis, transport, and signaling networks during tomato fruit development. She combines genetic, molecular, and transcriptomic approaches to study how auxin gradients regulate cell division and expansion, with recent projects examining drought stress impacts on fruit set and the use of wild tomato species to identify adaptive traits. Publications & Research Trends Her publications span auxin transporter gene family analysis (PIN/AUX-LAX), transcriptomic studies of drought-stressed fruits, and proteomic characterizations of cell wall modifications. Key trends include hormonal regulation of development, stress adaptation genomics, and leveraging wild genetic diversity for crop improvement. Contact Information Email: cc283@cornell.edu Phone: (607) 254-8694 Lab: 315/316 Tower Rd., Ithaca, NY 14853

• Food Science
• Biotechnology
• Food Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Cristina L. M. Silva is an Associate Professor at the Escola Superior de Biotechnology within Universidade Católica Portuguesa . She specializes in Food Science and Engineering with a focus on modeling and optimization of food processes , sustainable food systems , and preservation technologies like ultrasound, ozone, and UV-C radiation. Her work extends to by-product valorization , particularly in fruit and vegetable processing. She was elected a Fellow of the International Academy of Food Science and Technology (IAFoST) in 2022, reflecting her global leadership in food engineering education. She chairs the IUFoST Education Working Group 1.2 and serves on the advisory board of the ISEKI-Food International Association . Additionally, she is editor-in-chief of the International Journal of Food Studies and associate editor for multiple journals. Research Interests: Food process modeling, sustainable technologies, microbial safety, by-product valorization, and educational innovation in food science. Leadership: Deputy Director for Internationalization at ESB; led the CBQF Food Processing Engineering lab . Scientific Awards: IAFoST Fellow (2022).

Zhangjun Feiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Genomics
• Systems Biology
• Bioinformatics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Zhangjun Fei is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Integrative Plant Science, Cornell University, and a faculty member at the Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI). His research spans Developing computational tools for omics data analysis Creating genomic databases for crop improvement Applying next-generation sequencing (NGS) to understand crop evolution Inferring gene regulatory networks Research interests include: Genomics and systems biology of economically important crops (tomato, cucurbits, sweetpotato, fruit trees) Integration of genome, transcriptome, proteome, and metabolome datasets Development of bioinformatics resources like Plant MetGenMAP, iAssembler, iTAK, and VirusDetect Exploration of gene regulatory networks via multi-omics data fusion Recent publications highlight trends in Super-pangenome analysis for structural variation Gene discovery in stress tolerance and domestication Molecular mechanisms of fruit quality and disease resistance Evolutionary insights across cucurbit and fruit crops Labs and teams include the Fei Lab at BTI , which has led initiatives like: Pan-African Sweet Potato Virome and Chinese Tomato Virome projects Collaborations with USDA, Meiogenix, and the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) Training programs through BTI Summer Internships and Cornell graduate fields

Markus Kellerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Viticulture
• Grape Physiology
• Irrigation Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Markus Keller is a **Château Ste. Michelle Distinguished Professor** in the **Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture** at **Washington State University (WSU)**, affiliated with the **Prosser Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center (IAREC)**. His research focuses on grapevine physiology, viticulture production systems, and environmental stress management. He holds a **Ph.D. (1995)** and **M.S. (1989)** in Agricultural Engineering from the **Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich), Switzerland**. **Research Interests**: Dr. Keller’s work addresses crop physiology, irrigation strategies, cold hardiness, berry shrivel, and mechanized viticulture. His projects include developing deficit irrigation frameworks, understanding water movement in berries, and predicting frost damage risks using machine learning. He collaborates with industry partners like the USDA and Washington wine producers. **Key Contributions**: His studies on grapevine water relations, berry development disorders, and cold tolerance have advanced sustainable viticulture practices. He leads teams investigating precision agriculture tools for vineyards, including hyperspectral imaging and decision-support systems. **Grants & Funding**: Supported by grants from USDA, Washington wine tax, and juice processors. His work integrates applied research with grower education on frost protection and yield optimization. **Lab & Collaborations**: Directs research at WSU’s Viticulture and Enology program, collaborating with international teams on climate resilience and grapevine health. Mentors Ph.D. and M.S. students in experimental design and field studies.

• Postharvest Biology
• Food Quality Assessment
• Food Safety
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. M. Carmen Alamar is a Senior Lecturer in Postharvest Biology at Cranfield University's Centre for Soil, Agrifood and Biosciences. She holds a PhD in Food Technology from Polytechnic University of Valencia (2007) and has maintained continuous academic-industrial collaborations with USDA, Unilever, and Zespri. Key research areas: Postharvest Biology, Food Quality Assessment, Food Safety, Non-Destructive Technologies Research themes: Postharvest technology implementation Plant physiology and biochemistry under storage Chemometric analysis of quality markers Dormancy gene identification Transcriptomic understanding of plant senescence Recent publications demonstrate significant contributions to: potato dormancy regulation, mango ripening prediction models, citrus postharvest biomarkers, metallurgical site remediation, and food loss reduction strategies. Supervises MSc and PhD students in sustainable food systems. Scientific awards: Postgraduate Fellowship (Rank 1st) by Spanish Research and Food Technology Department (2009)

Inigo Auzmendiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Functional-structural plant modeling
• Horticultural crop physiology
• Agricultural systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Inigo Auzmendi is a Research Fellow at the University of Queensland within the Faculty of Science , affiliated with the Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Plant Success in Nature and Agriculture. His work focuses on functional-structural plant modeling to improve management practices in avocado, macadamia, and mango orchards through analysis of architecture, carbon balance, and environmental interactions. His research interests include: Biophysical processes in fruit trees (light interception, photosynthesis) Carbohydrate dynamics in grapevine growth Computational modeling of plant architecture and physiology Application of L-systems and L-Studio in horticultural research Recent publications emphasize modeling tree canopies to optimize yield through planting density and pruning strategies, with a strong focus on carbon allocation and multi-scale physiological interactions. Current projects involve supervising PhD and Honours students in computational approaches to orchard productivity and photosynthesis simulation. Dr. Auzmendi collaborates with multidisciplinary teams on projects funded by organizations including the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries and Horticulture Innovation Australia Limited.

• Food Chemistry
• Nutritional Biochemistry
• Sustainable Food Processing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marie Alminger is a Senior Researcher at Chalmers University of Technology , specializing in Food and Nutrition Science . Her work focuses on bioactive compounds in foods, sustainable processing techniques, and valorization of agricultural and marine by-products. Circular utilization of banana pulp, fish co-products, and berry residues Innovative pH-shift processing with antioxidant-rich materials International projects targeting food safety in East Africa Research trends emphasize in vitro digestion models , lipid oxidation control , and cross-processing methods integrating marine and agricultural streams. Publications span Food Chemistry , Molecular Nutrition & Food Research , and Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry , reflecting multidisciplinary approaches to food functionality and sustainability.

José Díazمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Physiology
• Plant Pathology
• Induced Resistance Mechanisms
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. José Díaz Varela is a Professor of Plant Physiology at the University of A Coruña in Spain. He leads the FISAPLANT research group and has over 20 years of teaching experience, delivering courses in BSc Biology, MSc Molecular and Cell Biology, and MSc Advanced Biotechnology. His academic career spans from 1990 with a BSc in Biological Sciences at the University of Santiago of Compostela to a PhD in Biology at the University of A Coruña in 1995. PhD in Biology (1995), University of A Coruña BSc in Biological Sciences (1990), University of Santiago of Compostela His research focuses on plant disease resistance mechanisms, specifically: Induction of resistance by biotic/abiotic agents against fungal and oomycete pathogens Host-specific resistance in solanaceous plants Copper stress effects and cross-protection against pathogens Hormonal regulation of peroxidases and capsaicinoids in plant species Recent publications highlight his work on biocontrol agents, stress physiology, and pepper crop protection. His teaching innovations include pandemic-era hybrid learning models and cooperative learning strategies aligned with sustainable development goals.

Yanhai Yinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Biology
• Brassinosteroid Research
• Molecular Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yanhai Yin is a Professor and Chair at Iowa State University, specializing in plant steroid hormone research, particularly focusing on brassinosteroids' roles in plant growth, stress responses, and crop improvement. His work integrates genetics, genomics, and computational methods using model plants like Arabidopsis. Collaborations include researchers at the Plant Sciences Institute (PSI), NSF, and NIH. He holds a B.S. from Sichuan University, an M.S. from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and a Ph.D. from The Scripps Research Institute. Research interests center on brassinosteroid signaling pathways, autophagy regulation, FERONIA receptor kinases, and crop applications. Key projects include developing automated phenotyping tools (e.g., ROAD system) and understanding crosstalk between brassinosteroids and other pathways. His lab explores mechanisms linking hormone signaling to stress tolerance and yield enhancement in crops like wheat and maize. Articles highlight brassinosteroid-regulated gene networks, autophagy modulation, and FERONIA's role in immunity. He has pioneered methods for identifying target genes via ChIP-seq and RNA-seq. Grants from NIH, NSF, and PSI support his work. No specific awards are listed, but his contributions to plant biology are extensive.

Yangchao Luoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nanotechnology
• Food Science
• Nutritional Sciences
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yangchao Luo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Connecticut since August 2021. He previously served as an Assistant Professor (2014–2021) and held postdoctoral roles at the University of Tennessee and University of Maryland. He earned his Ph.D. in Nutrition and Food Science from the University of Maryland (2012), M.S. from China Agricultural University (2009), and B.S. from Hunan Agricultural University (2006). His research focuses on developing nanoscale delivery systems for nutrients using food-derived biomaterials, including nanoparticles, nanoemulsions, and hydrogels. Key areas include gastrointestinal stability of nanoparticles, bioavailability enhancement, and natural nanomaterial extraction. He has published extensively in journals like Nanoscale , Food Hydrocolloids , and International Journal of Biological Macromolecules . Dr. Luo holds editorial roles at Journal of Agriculture and Food Research (Editor-in-Chief) and International Journal of Biological Macromolecules , among others. He has received awards including the Goldhaber Travel Grant (2010) and Summer Research Fellowship (2011). His teaching portfolio includes courses like Food Colloids and Nanotechnology. Current and past students include Jingyi Xue, Qiaobin Hu, and Taoran Wang.