Assist. Prof. Dr. Kashif Ameer | Food Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Institute of Food Science and Nutrition, Pakistan

Dr. Kashif Ameer is an award-winning food scientist with a Ph.D. in Food Chemistry from Kyungpook National University, South Korea, specializing in extraction techniques for phytochemicals and food component analysis. With 145 publications, an impact factor of 470, over 3,000 citations, and an h-index of 26, he has made significant contributions to food science research. A recipient of the IFT Tanner Award (2020) and a multiple-time Top Reviewer in Agricultural Sciences, he serves as an Editor for Food Science and Preservation and an Associate Editor for Food Chemistry Advances and Journal of Ginseng Research (Elsevier). His expertise lies in food chemistry, extraction technologies, and food preservation.

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Education Details

Ph.D. in Food Chemistry (2014–2018) – Kyungpook National University, South Korea
Thesis: Optimization and Efficiency Comparison of Various Extraction Methods for Phytochemicals from Stevia rebaudiana Leaves
M.Sc. (Hons.) in Food Science & Technology (2011–2013) – University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
Thesis: Changes in Micro-Structure of Cereal Starches During Different Thermal Treatments
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agricultural Sciences (Major: Food Science & Technology) (2006–2011) – University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
Intermediate (F.Sc.) (2003–2005) – Govt. Post Graduate College of Science, Faisalabad
Higher Secondary School Certificate (H.S.S.C.) (1999–2003) – Govt. Comprehensive Model High School, Faisalabad

Professional Experience

Assistant Professor (Food Science & Technology) – University of Sargodha, Pakistan (2021–Present)
Assistant Professor (Food Science & Technology) – University of Lahore, Pakistan (2019–2020)
Assistant Professor (Food Safety) – PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan (2019–2020)
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (BK 21Plus Program) – Chonnam National University, South Korea (2018–2019)
Graduate Research Assistant (KINGS Program) – Kyungpook National University, South Korea (2014–2018)
Quality Assurance Officer – Cakes & Bakes Pvt. Ltd., Lahore, Pakistan (2014)

Research Interests

Food Chemistry & Preservation
Green Extraction Techniques for Phytochemicals
Nutraceuticals & Functional Foods
Food Safety & Quality Assurance
Innovative Processing Technologies in Food Science

Awards and Honors

IFT Fred Wilber Tanner Award (2020) – Most-Cited Paper in Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety
Multiple Best Research & Presentation Awards from international conferences (KoSFoST, ISNFF, Thailand Halal Assembly, etc.)
Outstanding Reviewer Awards (Publons, Elsevier, Korean Society of Food Preservation) for contributions to scientific journals
Best Researcher Awards (2021, 2022, 2023) – University of Sargodha
Master Trainer Award – Punjab Higher Education Commission, Pakistan
Resource Person Awards – Various workshops on AI, scientific writing, and referencing tools

Conclusion

Dr. Kashif Ameer is a distinguished food scientist with extensive academic, research, and industrial experience. With a Ph.D. in Food Chemistry and postdoctoral research in South Korea, he has contributed significantly to food science through innovative extraction techniques, preservation methods, and quality assurance practices. His prolific research portfolio, comprising 145 publications, multiple awards, and editorial roles, underscores his impact on the field. Recognized globally for his expertise, he continues to drive advancements in food technology, ensuring quality, safety, and sustainability in food processing.

Publications

Alkaline, Acid, and Acid-Wet Ball Milling Extraction of Dietary Fiber from Kiwi Berry (Actinidia arguta): Structural, Rheological, Physicochemical, and Functional Properties
G. Jiang, K. Ameer, K. Ramachandraiah, S. Zhou, X. Zang
Food Bioscience, 2025
Open Access | 0 Citations

Extraction Method Effects on Structural Properties and Functional Characteristics of Dietary Fiber Extracted from Ginseng Residue
X. Feng, K. Ameer, K. Ramachandraiah, G. Jiang
Molecules, 2024
Open Access | 0 Citations

Effects of Synergistic Application of Viscozyme L–Wet Ball Milling on Structural, Physicochemical, and Functional Properties of Insoluble Dietary Fiber from Ginseng Residue
G. Jiang, K. Ameer, K. Ramachandraiah, C. Tan, N. Cai
LWT, 2024
Open Access | 3 Citations

In Vivo Anti-Salmonella Properties of Aqueous Extract of Prickly Pear (Opuntia ficus indica) Cladode, Hepatological and Toxicological Evaluation
K. Iftikhar, F. Siddique, K. Ameer, I.A. Mohamed, S. Khalid
Food Science and Nutrition, 2024
Open Access | 1 Citation

Impact of Water Combined Wet Ball Milling Extraction and Functional Evaluation of Dietary Fiber from Papaya (Carica papaya L.)
G. Jiang, K. Ameer, K. Ramachandraiah, X. Feng
Food Chemistry: X, 2024
Open Access | 2 Citations

Probing the Physicochemical Impact of Musk Melon Seed Oil on Mayonnaise
Z. Nishat, M.Y. Quddoos, N. Shahzadi, B.U. Hayat, M.O. Aljobair
Italian Journal of Food Science, 2024
Open Access | 4 Citations

Effects of Extraction Methods on the Structural Characteristics and Functional Properties of Dietary Fiber Extracted from Papaya Peel and Seed
X. Feng, K. Ameer, G. Jiang, K. Ramachandraiah
Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 2024
Open Access | 0 Citations

Starch and Starch Derivative-Based Films
S. Zainab, X. Zhou, S. Tanweer, K.V. Sunooj, A.U. Rehman
No Source Information | 0 Citations

Polysaccharide-Based Films: Carriers of Active Substances and Controlled Release Characteristics
K. Ameer, M.A. Anjum Murtaza, S. Zainab, M.A. Abid, M. Park
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Fluorescence and Ultraviolet–Visible Spectroscopy in Honey Analysis
K. Ameer, M.A. Anjum Murtaza, G. Jiang, G. Mueen-Ud-Din, S.U. Mahmood
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Kashif Ameer | Food Chemistry | Best Researcher Award