جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Food Science
• Biotechnology
• Material Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Remko Boom is a Full Professor of Food Process Engineering at Wageningen University & Research. His research focuses on sustainable food systems, plant-based alternatives, and advanced food processing technologies such as 3D food printing, membrane filtration, and protein functionalization. Key areas include edible robotics, animal-free cheese alternatives via artificial casein micelles, and functional ingredient extraction from plant and insect-based sources. He collaborates globally on biorefinery processes and contributes to edible robotic systems through material science innovations. Education Background: PhD in Food Technology (exact details not specified) Master's/Undergraduate degrees in relevant engineering disciplines (not explicitly stated) Research Interests: Prof. Boom's work spans food process engineering with emphasis on: - Development of plant-based protein ingredients using mild fractionation techniques - 3D-printed food materials with tailored mechanical properties - Electrophoretic and membrane-based separation technologies for food components - Engineering edible casein micelles for cheese analogues - Biodegradable robotics using food-grade materials Recent Research Trends: Publications from 2024-2025 highlight advancements in: - 3D-printed starch cryogels and protein-based composites - Oleosome extraction and encapsulation of bioactive compounds - Functional characterization of artificial casein micelles - Edible robots powered by Marangoni propulsion Awards & Recognition: No specific awards listed in available data, though his work has received significant media attention including features on edible robotics and sustainable food innovations. Advising & Collaboration: Supervising 87+ PhD projects including work on: - Electrohydrodynamic drying - Brewer's spent grain valorization - Recombinant protein purification Active in industry partnerships for scaling-up electrophoretic separation and 3D food printing technologies Labs & Teams: Leads research groups focused on: - Advanced Food Processing Technologies - Sustainable Ingredient Development - Biorefinery Applications in Food Systems

Julian McClementsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant-based foods
• Food biopolymers and colloids
• Oral delivery systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Julian McClements is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Food Science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He also holds adjunct/visiting roles at Zhejiang Gongshang University (China), Harvard University, and King Abdulaziz University (Saudi Arabia). His research focuses on food biopolymers, colloids, and delivery systems for nutrients/nutraceuticals, with over 1,200 peer-reviewed articles and 12 patents. He has secured $11.5M in grants and authored seminal books like *Future Foods* and *Food Emulsions*. Awards include the Nicolas Appert Award (IFT’s highest honor) and multiple fellowships. Education : Ph.D. in Food Science (1989), University of Leeds, UK. Postdoctoral training at UC Davis, University College Cork, and Leeds. Research Interests : Designing plant-based foods, food nanotechnology, encapsulation systems, and gastrointestinal fate of nutrients. His lab explores emulsion stability, hydrogel matrices, and sustainable food architectures. Achievements : Top-cited author in Agricultural Sciences (ISI) Over 1200 publications (H-index 162) Recipient of 12 patents Editorial roles at *Annual Reviews in Food Science and Technology* and other journals Advising & Grants : Advised numerous students (not listed) and secured grants from USDA, NSF, NASA, and industry partners. Research emphasizes healthful, sustainable food systems. Labs/Teams : Leads the Biopolymer and Colloids Research Group, organizing international conferences on food colloids and delivery systems.

• Colloid Science
• Encapsulation
• Drying of Dispersions
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Alexander Routh is a leading academic in Colloid Science at the University of Cambridge's Department of Chemical Engineering & Biotechnology, where he has been based since 2006. His research spans physical sciences with applications in industrial processes and diagnostic technologies. His research focuses on encapsulation techniques , drying dynamics of colloidal dispersions , and energy-efficient industrial modeling . Key areas include pattern formation during film drying, stratification mechanisms, neutron scattering applications, and development of low-cost diagnostic devices through blood droplet analysis. His work bridges fundamental colloid science with practical engineering solutions. Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on microencapsulation systems for consumer products, magnetic photocatalysts for environmental remediation, and neurodegenerative disease mechanisms through protein aggregation studies. The research consistently integrates experimental work with computational modeling. Routh maintains active collaborations across disciplines, particularly with biomedical researchers studying α-synuclein aggregation and petroleum engineers investigating wellbore integrity. His laboratory work frequently employs advanced imaging and scattering techniques to probe colloidal behavior at micro and nano scales.

• Nanoliposome Technology
• Drug Delivery Systems
• Tissue Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Cyril Kahn is a Lecturer at University of Lorraine with extensive research in nanoliposome technology and biomaterials development. His work bridges pharmaceutical sciences, tissue engineering, and biomedical applications with a particular focus on drug delivery systems. His primary research interests include Nanoliposome Technology , Drug Delivery Systems , Tissue Engineering , and Biomaterials Development . Kahn's research demonstrates significant innovation in creating targeted delivery systems for neuroprotective agents, particularly using curcumin and other natural compounds. His work on GelMA hydrogels and 3D printing represents cutting-edge approaches to scaffold development for tissue regeneration. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on Nanoliposome functionalization for targeted drug delivery Advanced hydrogel systems for tissue engineering Multiscale biomaterial design incorporating natural compounds Microfluidic platforms for drug testing Sustainable biomaterial processing techniques Kahn's research shows consistent progression toward more complex, multi-functional biomaterial systems with therapeutic applications. His technical expertise spans nanoliposome formulation, hydrogel characterization, 3D bioprinting, and in vitro testing of biomaterials. The interdisciplinary nature of his work connects pharmaceutical sciences with tissue engineering and materials science.

Taekjip Haمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological Physics
• Molecular Biology
• Biophysics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Taekjip Ha is a Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) in the Department of Physics, part of the Grainger College of Engineering. He also serves as a Bloomberg Distinguished Professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His research focuses on single-molecule biophysical techniques to study molecular biology processes, including DNA dynamics, enzymology, and protein-DNA interactions. Ha has pioneered methods such as single-molecule fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) and combined force-fluorescence spectroscopy. Ha earned his Ph.D. in Physics from UC Berkeley (1996) and held postdoctoral positions at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab and Stanford University. He is an Investigator at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (2005) and co-director of UIUC’s Center for the Physics of Living Cells (2008–present). His honors include the American Physical Society Fellowship and election to the National Academy of Sciences. Research Interests: Developing novel single-molecule detection methods (super-resolution imaging, vesicular encapsulation) Studying DNA helicases, Holliday junctions, ribozymes, and chromatin remodeling Exploring mechanical perturbations of biomolecules in vitro and in vivo His lab actively engages undergraduates, with over 12 students proceeding to graduate programs, and collaborates on projects like helicase mutants and super-resolution imaging algorithms. The Center for the Physics of Living Cells, co-directed by Ha, trains the next generation of biophysical scientists. Awards: Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator (2005) Fellow, American Physical Society (2005) Michael and Kate Bárány Award (2007) NSF Award for Center for the Physics of Living Cells (2008) Labs/Teams: Leads the Single Molecule Nanometry Group (Ha Group) at Johns Hopkins and co-directs the Center for the Physics of Living Cells at UIUC.

Jan K. Raineyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Biology
• Biophysics
• Membrane Proteins
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jan K. Rainey is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Dalhousie University, with cross-appointments to the Department of Chemistry and School of Biomedical Engineering. He holds a B.Sc. (Biochemistry) from the University of Guelph, an M.Sc. and Ph.D. (Experimental Physical Chemistry) from the University of Toronto, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Protein NMR at the University of Alberta. Roles: Undergraduate Coordinator (2022–present), Member of the Protein Assembly Research Team, and BioActives CREATE Training Program. Research Focus: Structural biology of membrane and fibrous proteins, spider silk engineering, and ligand-receptor interactions (e.g., apelin/APJ system). Techniques: NMR spectroscopy (solution/solid-state), scanning probe microscopy, circular dichroism, fluorescence spectroscopy, and recombinant protein production. Current lab members include postdoctoral fellows, Ph.D. students, and undergraduate researchers. Key collaborations involve academic and industrial partners in biomaterials and biotechnology. Funding sources include NSERC, CIHR, and CFI.

• Host-parasite interactions
• CRISPR-Cas systems
• Antimicrobial resistance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stineke Van Houte is a Professor at the University of Exeter, Department of Biosciences, and a BBSRC Future Leader Fellow. She leads research on host-parasite interactions, focusing on CRISPR-Cas systems and antimicrobial resistance. Her work integrates microbiology, evolutionary biology, and ecology to understand bacterial defense mechanisms against phages and plasmids. She holds a PhD from Wageningen University (2014) and has held postdoctoral roles at the University of Exeter and University of Bologna. Research Interests: Her lab explores how CRISPR-Cas systems can be harnessed to combat antimicrobial resistance, particularly targeting resistance genes in microbial communities. She investigates phage-bacteria co-evolution, bacterial immune responses, and the dynamics of plasmid-mediated resistance. Key areas include CRISPR-Cas immunity, phage defense evasion strategies, and ecological drivers of resistance spread. Scientific Awards: Recipient of the BBSRC Future Leader Fellowship (2018–2020) and Marie Sklodowska Curie Research Fellowship (2016–2017). Her work is funded by BBSRC grants focusing on CRISPR-based antimicrobial strategies. Labs & Collaborations: Director of the Van Houte Lab (https://vanhoutelab.wordpress.com), collaborating across disciplines to advance microbial ecology and genetic engineering.

Jennifer Burgainمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Food Science
• Physical Chemistry
• Food Process Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Burgain is a Lecturer at the University of Lorraine, France, specializing in physical chemistry and food process engineering. Her research focuses on food powder characterization, microencapsulation of probiotics, and the impact of processing/storage on technofunctional properties. Research Interests: Multi-scale analysis of food powders (agro-resources/co-products) Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) for nanoscale particle characterization Glass transition effects on powder stability Microencapsulation of probiotics using dairy matrices Optimization of dairy powder processing parameters Scientific Awards: FIL France grant (2011) for probiotic encapsulation research Publications & Projects: Author of ~50 peer-reviewed articles, 6 book chapters, and 2 patents. Principal investigator for the ANR-funded ExPowSE project (2022-2026) analyzing plant-origin food powders. Teaching: Heads the Master 2 MILQ program on dairy industries and quality. Supervises practical process engineering work and teaches physicochemistry/biochemistry of milk proteins.

• Food Safety Engineering
• Food Processing Technologies
• Food Fortification
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anubhav Pratap Singh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Food, Nutrition and Health at the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Land and Food Systems. He holds the Endowed Professorship in Food & Beverage Innovation and leads academic planning for the UBC Food and Beverage Innovation Centre. Education: PhD in Food Science (McGill University, 2015), Banting Postdoctoral Fellow (University of Toronto, 2017), BTech/MTech in Chemical Engineering (IIT Kharagpur, 2011) Research Interests: His work focuses on advancing food safety and nutrition through novel processing technologies, including thermal methods (agitation processing, HTST/UHT) and non-thermal methods (pulsed light, high-pressure processing). He also develops technologies for food fortification with micronutrients and models gastrointestinal interactions to improve nutrient bioavailability. Article Trends: Recent publications highlight innovations in food fortification (iron/zinc delivery systems), sustainable processing (microwave-vacuum dehydration, cold plasma), and interdisciplinary applications of nanotechnology and biopharmaceutical engineering. Scientific Awards: Young Entrepreneur Award (2009) Gold Medal, Charles Stumbo Paper Competition (2014) Banting Fellow (2016) Green College Leading Scholar (2017) Collaborations & Labs: He collaborates with BC-based plant-based food companies, berry growers, and nanotechnology firms. His research is conducted at the UBC Food Process Engineering Laboratory.

Junming Hoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational chemistry
• Physical organic chemistry
• Catalysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Junming Ho is a computational chemist at the School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales (UNSW), specializing in physical organic chemistry and reaction catalysis. He develops advanced computational methods for solute-solvent interactions and hybrid quantum mechanics/molecular mechanics (QM/MM) simulations. Education: PhD and BSc Hons I (University Medal) from Australian National University (ANU); BSc from University of Western Australia (UWA) Previous roles: A*STAR International Research Fellow at Yale University (USA); Research Scientist at Agency for Science, Technology and Research (Singapore) His research focuses on computational chemistry simulations to understand molecular behavior in various environments. Key areas include: Solvent modeling for reaction mechanisms Hybrid QM/MM methods for complex systems Molecular dynamics simulations in catalysis High-level ab initio calculations for precision Recent publications emphasize PFAS remediation , nanoconfined electrochemistry , and accurate QM/MM modeling for biological and environmental systems. His work bridges quantum chemical predictions with real-world applications in drug design and sustainable technologies. Scientific recognition includes: UNSW Award for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning (2023) RACI Physical Chemistry Lectureship (2022) ARC Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DE160100807, 2016-2020) RACI Cornforth Medal (2012) He supervises five PhD students in computational chemistry and contributes to chemical education through innovative teaching materials in courses like Quantum Nature of Molecules (CHEM3011) and Medicinal Organic Chemistry (CHEM3051).

Hualu Zhouمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Food Science
• Food Nanotechnology
• Emulsion Technologies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hualu Zhou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Food Science & Technology at the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences. She leads the Laboratory of Future Foods and Biomaterials at the UGA Griffin campus, where her research focuses on developing innovative plant-based food systems and sustainable biomaterials through advanced scientific principles. Dr. Zhou earned her undergraduate degree from Nanchang University (2010-2014), completed her Master's at Xiamen University (2014-2017), and obtained her Ph.D. from the University of Massachusetts Amherst (2017-2021), followed by postdoctoral research there (2021-2023) before joining UGA faculty in 2023. Her research program integrates experimental food science techniques including nanotechnologies, emulsion technologies, and INFOGEST in vitro digestion models with computational approaches such as molecular modeling and data analysis. Current projects focus on: (1) developing plant-based food alternatives using low-energy methods; (2) creating standardized assessment methods for plant-based foods; and (3) exploring food nanotechnology applications for enhanced bioactive compound delivery. Her work emphasizes sustainability, health benefits, and practical food system applications. Analysis of Dr. Zhou's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on pH-driven processing technologies, plant protein functionality, and innovative delivery systems for bioactive compounds. Her research bridges fundamental food chemistry with practical applications, particularly in developing plant-based meat and dairy alternatives. She maintains extensive collaborations, especially with Dr. D.J. McClements, demonstrating an interdisciplinary approach to solving complex food science challenges. Dr. Zhou has served as a reviewer for numerous scientific journals and has contributed to over 50 reviewed papers in prestigious publications including Food Chemistry, Food Hydrocolloids, and Trends in Food Science & Technology. She also serves on the Early Career Advisory Board for the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry and as an Editorial Board member for Grain & Oil Science and Technology. As an advisor, Dr. Zhou currently mentors Master's student Anthony Suryamiharja, Ph.D. student Minghe Wang, and collaborates with postdoctoral associate Xiping Gong. She has served on graduate committees and trained numerous undergraduate researchers. Her extension work through FoodPIC connects her research with industry partners developing plant-based products like pecan milk and polyphenol-enriched peanut butter. The recently renovated Laboratory of Future Foods and Biomaterials maintains state-of-the-art equipment for food chemistry analysis, including instrumentation for microscopy, HPLC, laser diffraction, and rheometry.

Laura Lechuga Gómezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Nanotechnology
• Biosensors
• Medical Diagnostics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Laura Lechuga Gómez is a CSIC Research Professor and Group Leader at the Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2), focusing on NanoBiosensors and Bioanalytical Applications . Her research emphasizes plasmonic and photonic biosensors for clinical, biomedical, and environmental diagnostics. Key projects include label-free detection of pathogens, autoimmune markers, and environmental pollutants. She leads an interdisciplinary team advancing point-of-care platforms for conditions such as tuberculosis, cancer, and preeclampsia. Research Interests span nanotechnology, biosensor design, and analytical chemistry. Her work bridges fundamental physics and applied biomedical engineering, with a focus on translating lab innovations into real-world diagnostic tools. Recent advances include biomimetic sensors for immunotherapy evaluation and veterinary SARS-CoV-2 detection. Publications (2025–2022) highlight cutting-edge contributions in Biosensors & Bioelectronics , Analytical Chemistry , and Nanomaterials , addressing challenges in sensor sensitivity, integration, and clinical validation. Her team collaborates globally on EU-funded projects, advancing nanotechnologies for health and environmental monitoring. Laura’s group develops portable platforms using silicon photonics and plasmonic systems, enabling rapid diagnostics in resource-limited settings. Ongoing work explores mRNA cleavage for splicing analysis and microfluidic integration for automated assays.

Peter Craggمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Supramolecular Chemistry
• Molecular Recognition
• Macrocyclic Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Peter Cragg is a distinguished academic in supramolecular chemistry at the University of Brighton, affiliated with the School of Applied Sciences. He holds the rank of Professor and has been active there since 1993. His research focuses on molecular recognition, macrocyclic chemistry, and computational methods applied to drug delivery, antifungal agents, and chemical warfare agent detection. Education: PhD from the University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa), preceded by a degree from the University of Nottingham. He has conducted postdoctoral research at SUNY Long Island and the University of Reading. Research Interests: Explores supramolecular systems for drug delivery (e.g., vitamin D3, rocuronium bromide), biofilm inhibition, and nerve agent detection. Collaborations include work on nanodiamond antibiofilm agents and photoresponsive drug delivery systems. Grants & Projects: Led or co-investigated projects funded by EPSRC, Leverhulme Trust, US Army Research Office, and EU programs (e.g., DERMA project on regenerative materials). Active in interdisciplinary collaborations bridging chemistry, biology, and pharmacology. Publications: Over 112 peer-reviewed articles and two books on supramolecular chemistry. Recent work emphasizes nanostructured materials, fluorescent chemosensors, and antimicrobial agents. Teaching & Outreach: Delivers lectures linking fundamental chemistry to real-world applications, including historical art analysis and current research examples. Actively mentors PhD students globally and serves as an external examiner for multiple institutions worldwide.

• Food Microbiology
• Bioactive Compounds from Medicinal Plants
• Environmental Microbiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Enzo Palombo is a Professor and Acting Executive Dean at Swinburne University's School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies. His academic career began with a PhD from La Trobe University on bacterial conjugation genetics, followed by postdoctoral research at the Royal Children's Hospital on gastroenteritis viruses. He holds a Fellowship of the Australian Society for Microbiology (FASM) and served on its Victorian Branch committee (1996–2014). He is also an Executive Committee member of the Australian Council of Environmental Deans and Directors (ACEDD). Research focuses include food microbiology, bioactive compounds from plants/fungi, environmental microbiology, nanotechnology, and virology. He leads projects on antimicrobial coatings, microplastic biodegradation, and biofilm control. Over 60 HDR students have been supervised, with topics ranging from wound care applications of endophyte metabolites to microbially influenced corrosion. Notable achievements include the 2020 FASM Fellowship and 2011 Distinguished Service Award. He has secured grants totaling millions澳元, including ARC funding for biofilm research and industry collaborations on antimicrobial technologies. Key publications (2021–2025) address smart microalgae incubators, nanoparticle drug delivery, and computational discovery of biofilm inhibitors. Public engagement includes media commentary on bird flu outbreaks (2024) and food safety. His leadership extends to university administration while maintaining active roles in interdisciplinary research teams addressing global challenges like antimicrobial resistance and sustainable agriculture.

Rock J. Manciniمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Medicinal Chemistry
• Drug Discovery
• Cancer Immunotherapy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Rock J. Mancini is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Washington State University, where he leads the Mancini Group. His research focuses on the intersection of organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, and synthetic immunology, aiming to develop novel immune modulating materials through multidisciplinary approaches. Education: Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from University of California, Los Angeles; B.S. in Polymer Chemistry from University of Pittsburgh. Postdoctoral Training: Synthetic Immunology at University of California, Irvine. Research interests include: Bystander Assisted Immunotherapy (BAIT) for cancer treatment Design of polymeric immunomodulators for enhanced immune responses Solid-phase peptide synthesis of amino acid immunostimulants His publication record demonstrates expertise in: TLR agonist development Photochemical immune activation Protein-polymer heterodimer synthesis Enzyme-responsive prodrugs Scientific awards include: NSF-IGERT fellowship during graduate studies The Mancini Group trains researchers in both synthetic methodology and immunological application, with current advisees Anthony Burt, Maryam Davaritouchaee, Austin Ryan, and Aaron Hendricksen. Former students have pursued advanced degrees at institutions like University of Washington Pharmacy School and South Carolina State University.