Ranko Romanić | Post-Harvest Technology & Food Processing | Excellence in Research Award

Excellence in Research Award

Ranko Romanić
University of Novi Sad, Serbia

Ranko Romanić
Affiliation University of Novi Sad
Country Serbia
Scopus ID 26650187000
Documents 30
Citations 392
h-index 10
Subject Area Post-Harvest Technology & Food Processing
Event Agri Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-5329-4511

The Excellence in Research Award recognizes sustained scholarly achievement, scientific productivity, and meaningful contributions to agricultural and food sciences. Ranko Romanić has developed research addressing post-harvest technology and food processing while contributing peer-reviewed publications and scientific collaboration within his academic discipline.[1]

Abstract

Ranko Romanić has established an academic profile centered on post-harvest technology and food processing through sustained scientific investigation, collaborative research, and peer-reviewed publications. His studies emphasize food quality, preservation, processing efficiency, and analytical evaluation while supporting practical agricultural innovation. Scholarly outputs indexed in international databases demonstrate measurable research visibility, citation performance, and interdisciplinary engagement. These contributions strengthen scientific understanding of food systems and encourage evidence-based improvements benefiting researchers, educators, industry stakeholders, and future investigations across agricultural sciences and post-harvest management.[1][2]

Keywords

Post-harvest technology, food processing, food quality, food preservation, agricultural engineering, processing optimization, food analysis, storage stability, agricultural science, quality assessment, food safety, crop processing.

Introduction

Ranko Romanić conducts research addressing scientific challenges associated with post-harvest technology and food processing. His academic work integrates laboratory investigation, applied experimentation, and scholarly publication, supporting improvements in food quality, processing practices, and agricultural sustainability while contributing recognized knowledge through internationally indexed scientific literature.[1]

Research Profile

Ranko Romanić maintains an active research portfolio documented through Scopus-indexed publications, measurable citation performance, and collaborative scientific activities. His academic interests primarily involve post-harvest technology, food processing methodologies, and quality evaluation, reflecting consistent participation in internationally visible agricultural and food science research.[2]

Research Contributions

Ranko Romanić has contributed to scientific understanding by investigating processing technologies, preservation techniques, and quality characteristics influencing agricultural products. His publications provide experimentally supported findings that encourage improved processing efficiency, product stability, and evidence-based decision making across food science and post-harvest research communities.[3]

Publications

Ranko Romanić has authored and coauthored numerous peer-reviewed publications indexed within recognized scholarly databases. These publications collectively demonstrate continued engagement with agricultural and food science research while addressing technological innovation, analytical evaluation, and practical applications supporting post-harvest management and processing improvements.[1][4]

Research Impact

Ranko Romanić demonstrates measurable scholarly influence through citation metrics, publication visibility, and interdisciplinary relevance. His research supports continuing scientific discussion concerning food processing and post-harvest technologies while contributing reliable evidence that benefits academic researchers, students, professionals, and collaborative agricultural innovation initiatives.[2]

Award Suitability

Ranko Romanić’s documented scholarly productivity, international publication record, citation performance, and continuing contributions to post-harvest technology present characteristics commonly considered during academic recognition. His research activities demonstrate sustained scientific engagement consistent with the objectives associated with professional research excellence awards.[1]

Conclusion

Ranko Romanić continues contributing to agricultural and food science through research emphasizing post-harvest technology and processing innovation. His scholarly publications, citation record, and institutional affiliation collectively demonstrate sustained academic participation, supporting recognition within scientific communities and encouraging future interdisciplinary research development.[2]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Ranko Romanić, Author ID 26650187000. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=26650187000
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). Ranko Romanić ORCID record.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5329-4511
  3. ResearchGate. (n.d.). ResearchGate profile of Ranko Romanić.
    https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ranko-Romanic
  4. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Scholar profile of Ranko Romanić.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=e777v7wAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao
  5. Agri Scientist Awards. (n.d.). Excellence in Research Award.
    https://agriscientist.org/

Ravi babu Valapa | Food packaging | Best Researcher Award

Dr Ravi babu Valapa |  Food packaging |  Best Researcher Award

Senior Scientist at CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute …, India

Dr. V. Ravi Babu is a Senior Scientist at the Electrochemical Process Engineering Division, CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CECRI) in Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu, India. With an M.Tech. and Ph.D. in his field, Dr. Babu specializes in electrochemical processes and materials. His research contributes to advancements in electrochemical engineering and applications, enhancing industrial processes and sustainable energy solutions.

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, IIT Guwahati
  • M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering (Plant Design), NIT Trichy
  • B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad

Professional Appointments:

  • Senior Scientist (2021–Present)
    Electrochemical Process Engineering Division, CSIR-CECRI, Karaikudi
  • Scientist (2017–2021)
    Electrochemical Process Engineering Division, CSIR-CECRI, Karaikudi
  • Technical Officer (2015–2017)
    Centre for Biopolymer Science and Technology, CIPET, Kochi
  • Research Fellow (2010–2015)
    Chemical Engineering, IIT Guwahati, Assam

Research Projects :

  • Functional Biodegradable Polymers for tissue engineering with antibacterial properties
  • COVID-19 Support: Design of printable face shields and ICU ventilator components
  • 3D Printable Aerospace Composites: Graphene-reinforced PEEK composite filament
  • Biopolymer-Based Medical Applications: 3D printed osteoplugs for medical use
  • Advanced Battery Materials: Hybrid polymer electrolyte for lithium-ion batteries
  • Carbon Capture Technology: Scaling adsorption processes for carbon capture in various industries

Technologies Developed & Transferred :

  • Carbon Capture Adsorbents for industrial applications (licensed to Summits Hygronics Pvt Ltd.)
  • 3D Printing Filaments: Graphene-reinforced polymer, cost-effective ABS, PLA for commercial uses
  • UV Protective Polymer Composites for automotive and packaging industries

Citations:

Citations: 1,094 (921 since 2019)
h-index: 15 (15 since 2019)
i10-index: 21 (19 since 2019)

Publication Top Notes

  • Thermogravimetric analysis for characterization of nanomaterials
    S Loganathan, RB Valapa, RK Mishra, G Pugazhenthi, S Thomas
    Thermal and Rheological Measurement Techniques for Nanomaterials (2017)
    Citations: 166
  • Effect of graphene content on the properties of poly (lactic acid) nanocomposites
    RB Valapa, G Pugazhenthi, V Katiyar
    RSC Advances 5 (36), 28410-28423 (2015)
    Citations: 162
  • UV protective poly (lactic acid)/rosin films for sustainable packaging
    M Narayanan, S Loganathan, RB Valapa, S Thomas, TO Varghese
    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules 99, 37-45 (2017)
    Citations: 152
  • An overview of polymer–clay nanocomposites
    RB Valapa, S Loganathan, G Pugazhenthi, S Thomas, TO Varghese
    Clay-Polymer Nanocomposites, 29-81 (2017)
    Citations: 105
  • Thermal degradation kinetics of sucrose palmitate reinforced poly (lactic acid) biocomposites
    R Valapa, G Pugazhenthi, V Katiyar
    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules 65, 275-283 (2014)
    Citations: 67
  • Hydrolytic degradation behaviour of sucrose palmitate reinforced poly (lactic acid) nanocomposites
    R Babu Valapa, G Pugazhenthi, V Katiyar
    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules 89, 70-80 (2016)
    Citations: 50
  • Fabrication and characterization of sucrose palmitate reinforced poly (lactic acid) bionanocomposite films
    RB Valapa, G Pugazhenthi, V Katiyar
    Journal of Applied Polymer Science 132 (3) (2015)
    Citations: 43
  • Investigating the properties of poly (lactic acid)/exfoliated graphene based nanocomposites fabricated by versatile coating approach
    G Chakraborty, RB Valapa, G Pugazhenthi, V Katiyar
    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules 113, 1080-1091 (2018)
    Citations: 39
  • Biobased polymer composite from poly (lactic acid): processing, fabrication, and characterization for food packaging
    J Jacob, U Lawal, S Thomas, RB Valapa
    Processing and Development of Polysaccharide-Based Biopolymers for Packaging (2020)
    Citations: 34
  • Influence of graphene on thermal degradation and crystallization kinetics behaviour of poly (lactic acid)
    R Valapa, S Hussain, PK Iyer, G Pugazhenthi, V Katiyar
    Journal of Polymer Research 22, 1-14 (2015)
    Citations: 33
  • An overview of polymer–clay nanocomposites
    R Babu Valapa, S Loganathan, G Pugazhenthi, S Thomas, TO Varghese
    Clay-Polymer Nanocomposites, 29-81 (2017)
    Citations: 32
  • Influence of linear and branched amine functionalization in mesoporous silica on the thermal, mechanical and barrier properties of sustainable Poly(lactic acid) biocomposite films
    S Loganathan, J Jacob, RB Valapa, S Thomas
    Polymer (2018)
    Citations: 31
  • Investigation on the Influence of EVA Content on the Mechanical and Thermal Characteristics of Poly (lactic acid) Blends
    VH Sangeetha, RB Valapa, SK Nayak, TO Varghese
    Journal of Polymers and the Environment 26, 1-14 (2018)
    Citations: 29
  • 3D bioprinted poly (lactic acid)/mesoporous bioactive glass based biomimetic scaffold with rapid apatite crystallization and in-vitro Cytocompatibility for bone tissue engineering
    S Pant, S Thomas, S Loganathan, RB Valapa
    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules 217, 979-997 (2022)
    Citations: 22
  • Antioxidant incorporated biopolymer composites for active packaging
    J Jacob, S Thomas, S Loganathan, RB Valapa
    Processing and Development of Polysaccharide-Based Biopolymers for Packaging (2020)
    Citations: 17
  • Super toughened renewable poly (lactic acid) based ternary blends system: effect of degree of hydrolysis of ethylene vinyl acetate on impact and thermal properties
    VH Sangeetha, R Babu Valapa, SK Nayak, TO Varghese
    RSC Advances 6 (76), 72681-72691 (2016)
    Citations: 15
  • Poly (lactic acid)/polyethylenimine functionalized mesoporous silica biocomposite films for food packaging
    J Jacob, V Robert, RB Valapa, S Kuriakose, S Thomas, S Loganathan
    ACS Applied Polymer Materials 4 (7), 4632-4642 (2022)
    Citations: 14
  • Non-isothermal crystallization kinetics of sucrose palmitate reinforced poly (lactic acid) bionanocomposites
    R Valapa, S Hussain, P Krishnan Iyer, G Pugazhenthi, V Katiyar
    Polymer Bulletin 73, 21-38 (2016)
    Citations: 14
  • Clay-Polymer Nanocomposites
    RB Valapa, S Loganathan, G Pugazhenthi, S Thomas, TO Varghese
    Bölüm An Overview of Polymer–Clay Nanocomposites, 29-8 (2017)
    Citations: 12
  • Studies on removal of chromium (VI) from water using chitosan coated Cyperus pangorei
    R Malarvizhi, Y Venkateswarlu, V Ravi Babu, S Syghana Begum
    Water Science and Technology 62 (10), 2435-2441 (2010)
    Citations: 12