Hemant Soni | Probiotics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hemant Soni | Probiotics | Best Researcher Award

Research Officer | Central Ayurveda Research Institute| Uttar Pradesh

Dr. Hemant Soni is a distinguished male academic and Research Officer (Scientist-B) whose expertise lies predominantly in Microbial Biotechnology and Biocatalysis, with a direct application focus on Food Science, Nutraceuticals, and sustainable utilization of agro-waste. His professional experience spans over a decade in research and instruction, where he has successfully led projects on the green synthesis of nanomaterials, purification of industrially relevant microbial enzymes like mannanase and inulinase, and the biochemical characterization of medicinal plant extracts for antioxidant, prebiotic, and antimicrobial potential. Dr. Soni’s core research interests include nano-biocatalysis, microbial enzyme technology, and the application of traditional knowledge with modern science for functional food development. His research skills encompass advanced molecular and microbial techniques, chromatography (HPLC/HPTLC), spectroscopic analysis, and computational approaches for bioactive compound identification. He has been recognized with notable distinctions such as the Sakura Science Exchange Fellowship and has been an elected member of the International Association of Engineers (IAENG) and the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), highlighting his international standing and interdisciplinary collaboration. His work, which also touches upon green chemistry-assisted bio composites with prebiotic and antioxidant activities, showcases his commitment to translating sustainable biotechnology into tangible health and food solutions, securing his place as a significant contributor to the field.

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Featured Publications:

Synthesis and evaluation of polymeric additives as flow improvers for Indian crude oil. (2006) [73 Citations]

Performance-based designing of wax crystal growth inhibitors. (2008) [139 Citations]

Designing maleic anhydride-α-olifin copolymeric combs as wax crystal growth nucleators. (2010) [122 Citations]

Inducing chirality on ZnS nanoparticles for asymmetric aldol condensation reactions. (2013) [47 Citations]

Immobilization of Thermomyces lanuginosus lipase on ZnO nanoparticles: Mimicking the interfacial environment. (2015) [27 Citations]

 

 

Phatthira Yingleardrattanakul | Food Science | Best Researcher Award

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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)