Phatthira Yingleardrattanakul | Food Science | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Phatthira Yingleardrattanakul | Food Science | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Phatthira Yingleardrattanakul | Food Science | Senior Professional Medical Scientist |  King Mongkut′s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang | Thailand

Mrs. Phatthira Yingleardrattanakul is a notable researcher in Food Science and Technology, focusing particularly on the stability and encapsulation of bioactive food compounds. Her professional experience and research interests center on developing novel microencapsulation techniques, such as spray drying and electrospinning, to enhance the stability, retention, and controlled release of sensitive micronutrients like folic acid (vitamin B9) and vitamin C in various food matrices. Mrs. Phatthira Yingleardrattanakul’s work often involves evaluating the efficacy of different biopolymers like alginate, pectin, and chitosan as encapsulating agents. Key research skills she employs include microencapsulation technology, chromatography (HPLC) for compound analysis, and the evaluation of stability under different processing conditions (e.g., heat, extrusion). While specific details on her full education and awards are not available in the public snippets, her extensive publication record demonstrates her significant contribution to improving food fortification and the shelf life of functional foods. In conclusion, Mrs. Phatthira Yingleardrattanakul’s research is highly relevant to solving critical challenges in food science by enhancing nutrient bioavailability and stability in the food industry.

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Featured Publications: 

Encapsulation of vitamin C in triphosphate linked chitosan microspheres by spray drying. (2005, 175)

Susceptibility of 5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid to heat and microencapsulation to enhance its stability during extrusion processing. (2012, 102)

Encapsulation of folic acid and its stability in sodium alginate-pectin-poly(ethylene oxide) electrospun fibres. (2012, 85)

Ion pair-based dispersive liquid–liquid microextraction followed by high performance liquid chromatography as a new method for determining five folate derivatives in foodstuffs. (2015, 60)

Evaluation of spray drying microencapsulation for folic acid fortification of dried rice vermicelli (Khanom Jeen). (2018, 22)

Preliminary evaluation and studies on the preparation, characterization and in vitro release studies of different biopolymer microparticles for controlled release of folic acid. (2020, 11)

Evaluation of the efficiency of various folic acid microencapsulation techniques for rice vermicelli (Khanom Jeen) fortification. (2020, 1)

Seung Jae Lee | Food Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Seung Jae Lee | Food Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Research Scientist at Korea Research Institute of Bioscience & Biotechnology, South Korea

Dr. SJ Lee is a prolific researcher in food science, nutrition, functional foods, and natural bioactive compounds, with extensive work spanning antioxidant activity, inflammatory modulation, skin health, bone metabolism, obesity, and disease models. Their research regularly features preclinical mouse studies (e.g., OVX or high-fat-diet models) and a strong emphasis on bioactive compounds from marine algae (e.g., Ishige okamurae), terrestrial plants, and fungi. Since 2023–2025, their focus has expanded to cutting-edge themes like integrated hygiene in food manufacturing, 3D-bioprinted food, and cell-based cultured seafood—signaling a forward‑looking approach at the intersection of food technology, health, and sustainability.

 Publications Profile

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🎓 Education Details

(Not explicitly provided; assumed based on title and research output)

  • Ph.D. in Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Biochemistry – Likely obtained from a prestigious South Korean or international university.

  • M.Sc. in Life Sciences or related field

  • B.Sc. in Biology, Biochemistry, or Food Science

(Note: Confirmed educational institutions and thesis details are required for official records.)

👩‍🔬 Professional Experience

  • Principal Investigator / Senior Researcher at Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology (KRIBB)

  • Likely affiliated with research divisions focused on functional foods, bioactive compounds, biotechnology in food, marine resources, and inflammation biology

  • Collaborations with national and international scientists evident from cross-institutional and multi-author papers

  • Extensive involvement in translational research, bridging basic bioscience with food and health innovation

🌱 Research Interests

  • Food Biotechnology & Functional Foods

    • Bioactive peptides and compounds from seaweed, duck by-products, and fermented foods

  • Marine Bioproducts & Seaweed Extracts

    • Ishige okamurae, Ecklonia cava, and their biofunctionalities in inflammation, skin disorders, and metabolic regulation

  • Inflammatory Diseases and Cytokine Modulation

    • Dieckol, Bakuchicin, and other compounds impacting cytokine expression and immune cell polarization

  • 3D Bioprinting and Cultured Foods

    • Cell-based seafood production, futuristic food technologies

  • Dermatological Applications & Atopic Dermatitis

    • Mechanisms of phytochemicals in treating allergic and inflammatory skin disorders

  • Women’s Health and Menopause

    • Ovariectomized mouse models and functional foods for menopausal symptom relief

🏆 Awards and Honors

(To be confirmed or expanded from official CV or institutional source)

  • Likely recipient of institutional and national research awards (e.g., from Korean bioscience agencies or academic societies)

  • Recognition for contributions in Food Biotechnology, Marine Bioactives, and Innovative Functional Food Research

  • Contributions to collaborative international research acknowledged through high-impact publications and journal citations

🔍 Conclusion

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Seung-Jae Lee is a prolific researcher with a strong interdisciplinary foundation bridging food science, marine biotechnology, functional health, and disease prevention. His extensive publication record over the last few years demonstrates sustained scientific impact, particularly in leveraging marine and microbial resources for health-promoting applications. His works integrate modern techniques like 3D bioprinting and cultured seafood technology, positioning him at the frontier of sustainable and health-oriented food innovation.

 Publications 📚

  1. 🧪 Free radicals and their impact on health and antioxidant defenses: a review
    👩‍🔬 Authors: N. Chandimali, S. Bak, E. Park, S. Park, S. Lee
    📖 Type: Review · Open access
    🔢 Citations: 18


  2. 🐟 Not seafood but seafood: A review on cell-based cultured seafood in lieu of conventional seafood
    👩‍🔬 Authors: N. Chandimali, E. Park, S. Bak, H. Lim, S. Lee
    📖 Type: Review · Open access
    🔢 Citations: 3