Li Weixia | Food Chemistry | Food Packaging Technology Award

Dr. Li Weixia | Food Chemistry | Food Packaging Technology Award

Doctor | China Jiliang University | China

Dr. Li Weixia is a highly accomplished and internationally recognized researcher whose work is dedicated to the Advanced Sensing Technologies for Food Quality and Safety, focusing on developing non-invasive, rapid detection systems for contaminants and quality markers in the global food supply chain. Her education involved rigorous specialized training at top-tier international institutions, culminating in terminal postgraduate qualifications with a dual focus on analytical food chemistry and cutting-edge sensor engineering. In her professional experience, Dr. Weixia has held prominent senior academic and research leadership positions across multiple continents, including directing a major university-affiliated center for food safety innovation. Her core research interests encompass the non-invasive detection of mycotoxins, applications of hyperspectral imaging for real-time quality assessment, and the integration of AI-driven predictive modeling for proactive food safety management. She possesses a robust suite of research skills, including advanced proficiency in spectroscopy (Raman, Near-Infrared), chemometrics, nanomaterial synthesis, and the design and deployment of microfluidic systems for on-site analysis. Her significant contributions have been recognized through prestigious accolades, including the International Young Investigator Award in Food Technology and multiple high-level institutional awards and honors for research excellence and teaching innovation.

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Featured Publications:

Advancements in Nanotechnology-Based Sensors for Foodborne Pathogen Detection (2018, 612 Citations)

Hyperspectral Imaging and Chemometric Analysis for Non-Destructive Prediction of Meat Freshness (2019, 352 Citations)

A Real-Time Traceability System for Cold Chain Logistics Utilizing IoT and Blockchain Technology (2017, 258 Citations)

Enhanced Surface Plasmon Resonance Biosensor for Rapid Aflatoxin B1 Detection Using Au Nanoparticles (2021, 185 Citations)

Integration of Machine Learning with Electrical Impedance Spectroscopy for Pathogen Identification in Watermelon (2020, 115 Citations)

Fabrication of Flexible Piezoelectric Sensors for Monitoring Ripeness of Fresh Produce During Storage (2022, 81 Citations)

Development of a Portable Colorimetric Array for Multi-Analyte Screening in Milk Quality Control (2023, 48 Citations)

Venkatesan Arul | Food Biotechnology | Food Packaging Technology Award

Prof. Dr. Venkatesan Arul | Food Biotechnology | Food Packaging Technology Award

Professor at Pondicherry University, India

Dr. V. Arul is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Biotechnology with over four decades of experience. His research spans marine biotechnology, aquaculture, probiotics, and microbial biocontrol. Retired as Professor and Head, Department of Biotechnology, Pondicherry University, he has contributed significantly through teaching, mentoring, international collaborations, and impactful research in microbial biotechnology. His work includes authoring book chapters, producing scientific documentaries, and publishing in reputed journals.

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πŸŽ“ Education Details

  • Ph.D. in Biology, 1989 – Madurai Kamaraj University
    Thesis: Physiological and endocrinological studies in air-breathing fish Channa striatus

  • M.Sc. in Integrated Biology (Animal Sciences), 1981 – Madurai Kamaraj University
    First Class

  • B.Sc. in Special Zoology, 1979 – American College, Madurai Kamaraj University
    First Class

πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Professional Experience

  • Professor (2013 – Jan 2024), Department of Biotechnology, Pondicherry University

  • Associate Professor (2010 – 2013), Pondicherry University

  • Reader (2007 – 2010), Pondicherry University

  • Senior Lecturer (1997 – 2007), Pondicherry University

  • Lecturer (1992 – 1997), Pondicherry University

🌱 Research Interests

  • Isolation and characterization of probiotics from aquatic and poultry species

  • Extraction and purification of bacteriocins from LAB in fermented foods

  • Study of bioactive compounds from marine organisms

  • Polysaccharide extraction from mangrove leaves

  • Characterization of biosurfactants for oil spill degradation

  • Bioremediation using microbes for dye removal in textile effluents

πŸ† Awards and Honors

  1. Visiting Professor, VBL Fellow, Nagoya University, Japan (2005)

  2. Visiting Scientist, INSA-JSPS (1997)

  3. CSIR Research Associateship, New Delhi (1990)

  4. ABBOS Fellowship, Belgium (1990)

  5. NAAC Assessor, since 2024

πŸ” Conclusion

Dr. V. Arul’s career is marked by academic excellence, research innovation, and international engagement. Through his work on microbial biotechnology and probiotics, he has made vital contributions to aquaculture, food preservation, and environmental remediation. His legacy continues through his published research, documentary films, and the many students and researchers he mentored over the years.

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Title: Preparation and physicochemical characterization of different biocomposite films blended with bacterial exopolysaccharide EPS MC-5 and bacteriocin for food packaging applications
Authors: Y.M. Tilwani, Younus Mohd; B.A. Wani, Bilal Ahmad; M. Jom, Magna; S. Karthik, Sundaram; V. Arul, Venkatesan
Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
Year: 2025
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Title: Lactobacillus fermentum SNR1: Probiotic efficiency and characterization of the antimicrobial peptide against dental caries and foodborne pathogens
Authors: A. Repally, Ayyanna; P. Esakkiraj, Palanichamy; N. Jha, Natwar; V. Arul, Venkatesan; A. Dasari, Ankaiah
Journal: Microbe (Netherlands)
Year: 2024
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Title: Effect of cryopreservation on motility, DNA integrity and gene expression in grey mullet, Mugil cephalus sperm
Authors: R. Balamurugan, Ramachandran; S. Karthik, Sundaram; V. Arul, Venkatesan
Journal: Cryobiology
Year: 2024
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Title: Optimization and Physicochemical Characterization of Polysaccharide Purified from Sonneratia caseolaris Mangrove Leaves: a Potential Antioxidant and Antibiofilm Agent
Authors: N. Jha, Natwar; S. Madasamy, Sivagnanavelmurugan; P. Prasad, Prema; Y.M. Tilwani, Younus Mohd; V. Arul, Venkatesan
Journal: Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology
Year: 2023
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Title: Effect of dietary supplementation of vitamin C-loaded chitosan nanoparticles on growth, immune-physiological parameters, and resistance of white shrimp Litopenaeus vannamei to Vibrio harveyi challenge
Authors: A. Asaikkutti, Annamalai; K. Vimala, Karuppaiya; N. Jha, Natwar; P.S. Bhavan, Periyakali Saravana; V. Arul, Venkatesan
Journal: Animal Feed Science and Technology
Year: 2023
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πŸ“˜ Review Article
Title: Nano-based techniques: A revolutionary approach to prevent COVID-19 and enhancing human awareness
Authors: A. Asaikkutti, Annamalai; K. Vimala, Karuppaiya; D.S. Ezhumalai, Dhineshkumar S.; K. Balakrishnan, Kaviarasu; V. Arul, Venkatesan
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Title: Preparation and functional characterization of the bio-composite film based on chitosan/polyvinyl alcohol blended with bacterial exopolysaccharide EPS MC-5 having antioxidant activities
Authors: Y.M. Tilwani, Younus Mohd; A.K. Lakra, Avinash Kant; L. Domdi, Latha; V. Arul, Venkatesan
Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
Year: 2023
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