Tilahun Abera | Food Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Tilahun Abera |  Food Sciences |  Best Researcher Award

Instructor and Researcher at Jimma University,  Ethiopia

 

Dr. Tilahun Abera Teka is an Associate Professor in the Department of Postharvest Management at Jimma University, Ethiopia. He holds a Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition from Addis Ababa University, with research focused on the nutritional and phenolic composition of cowpea varieties in Ethiopia. His expertise spans food chemistry, nutrition, and postharvest management, with a particular interest in the nutritional and phytochemical characterization of grains and the development of functional foods. Dr. Teka has contributed significantly to food security research and has received several grants to address postharvest loss and improve nutritional security in Ethiopia.

Profile:

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia (2019)
    Dissertation: Nutritional and phenolic composition of improved cowpea varieties and landraces in Ethiopia
  • M.Sc. in Food Science and Nutrition, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia (2009)
    Thesis: Effect of processing on physicochemical composition and antinutritional factors of cassava
  • B.Sc. in Chemistry, Alemaya University, Ethiopia (2000)

Research Interests:

  • Nutritional and phytochemical characterization of grains
  • Functional foods and nutraceuticals from bioactive compounds of cereals and legumes
  • Process-induced chemical and biochemical changes in foods
  • Food safety and quality analysis across food value chains

Notable Research Grants:

  • Harnessing food, feed, and pharmaceutical potentials of wild plants (2023) – Jimma University, Ethiopia
  • Postharvest loss reduction of selected cereals (2022) – Jimma University, Ethiopia

Short-Term Trainings & Certifications:

  • Advanced Postharvest Management, Wageningen University, Netherlands (2015)
  • Customized Training in Food Quality and Chemical Analysis, Jimma University (2012)

Teaching & Administrative Experience:

  • Teaches Ph.D. and MSc courses in Food Science, Nutrition, and Postharvest Management
  • Previously served as Treasurer at Jimma University and Department Head of Chemistry at the School of Tomorrow

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 486
  • Citations Since 2020: 430

h-index:

  • Overall: 11
  • Since 2020: 11

i10-index:

  • Overall: 12
  • Since 2020: 12

Publication Top Notes:

  • Analysis of the effect of maturity stage on the postharvest biochemical quality characteristics of tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.) fruit
    TA Teka
    International Research Journal of Pharmaceutical and Applied Sciences, 3(5), 130, 2013
  • Protein fractions, in vitro protein digestibility and amino acid composition of select cowpea varieties grown in Ethiopia
    TA Teka, N Retta, G Bultosa, H Admassu, T Astatkie
    Food Bioscience, 36, 100634, 2020
  • Fruit by-products and their industrial applications for nutritional benefits and health promotion: a comprehensive review
    E Teshome, TA Teka, R Nandasiri, JR Rout, DV Harouna, T Astatkie, et al.
    Sustainability, 15(10), 7840, 2023
  • Palm oil processing and controversies over its health effect: overview of positive and negative consequences
    MM Urugo, TA Teka, PG Teshome, TT Tringo
    Journal of Oleo Science, 70(12), 1693-1706, 2021
  • Food flavor enhancement, preservation, and bio-functionality of ginger (Zingiber officinale): a review
    T Laelago Ersedo, TA Teka, S Fikreyesus Forsido, E Dessalegn, et al.
    International Journal of Food Properties, 26(1), 928-951, 2023
  • Effect of soybean varieties and processing methods on nutritional and sensory properties of soymilk
    NA Abagoshu, AM Ibrahim, TA Teka, TB Mekonnen
    Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 41(4), e13014, 2017
  • Effects of processing on nutritional composition and anti-nutritional factors of grass pea (Lathyrus sativus L): A review
    D Hailu, S Abera, TA Teka, PO Box, E Jimma
    Food Science & Quality Management, 36, 61-71, 2015
  • Nutrient and antinutrient composition of improved sweet potato [Ipomea batatas (L) Lam] varieties grown in eastern Ethiopia
    DH Mitiku, TA Teka
    Nutrition & Food Science, 47(3), 369-380, 2017
  • Bio-based smart materials for fish product packaging: A review
    AL Abelti, TA Teka, S Fikreyesus Forsido, M Tamiru, G Bultosa, A Alkhtib, et al.
    International Journal of Food Properties, 25(1), 857-871, 2022
  • Review on edible water lilies and lotus: Future food, nutrition and their health benefits
    AL Abelti, TA Teka, G Bultosa
    Applied Food Research, 3(1), 100264, 2023

 

Tania Merinas-Amo | Food | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Tania  Merinas-Amo | Food |  Best Researcher Award

Dr at Department of Genetics, University of Córdoba (Spain), Spain

Dr. Tania Merinas-Amo is a researcher at the Department of Genetics, University of Córdoba, Spain. She holds a degree in Biology (2008) and a Master’s in Translational Biomedical Research (2011) from the University of Córdoba, where she also earned an international Ph.D. in Biosciences and Agri-Food Sciences in 2017. Her research focuses on food safety, nutraceutical foods, genotoxicity, and chemoprevention, utilizing in vivo and in vitro model systems to evaluate the safety and health benefits of various foods. With over 20 scientific articles, 10 books and book chapters, and an h-index of 10 (Google Scholar), Dr. Merinas-Amo has made significant contributions to the field.

Profile:

📚 Academic Background:

Graduated in Biology (2008) and earned a Master’s in Translational Biomedical Research (2011) from the University of Córdoba. She obtained her international Ph.D. in Biosciences and Agri-Food Sciences in 2017, with research experience at the Laboratory of Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague.

🔬 Research Focus:

Food safety, nutraceutical food, genotoxicity, and chemoprevention. Her work involves in vivo and in vitro model systems, such as Drosophila melanogaster and HL-60 tumor cells, to evaluate the safety and nutraceutical potential of various foods.

📊 Achievements:

  • Published 20+ scientific articles in journals with JCR impact.
  • Authored/co-authored 10 books and book chapters.
  • h-index: 10 (Google Scholar/ResearchGate) and 9 (Scopus).

Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 488
  • Citations Since 2020: 388
  • h-index: 10 (overall and since 2020)
  • i10-index: 11 (overall), 10 (since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Evolution of some physicochemical and antioxidant properties of black garlic whole bulbs and peeled cloves
    MA Toledano-Medina, J Pérez-Aparicio, R Moreno-Rojas, T Merinas-Amo
    Food Chemistry, 199, 135-139 (2016) – 123 citations
  • Biological effects of food coloring in in vivo and in vitro model systems
    R Merinas-Amo, M Martínez-Jurado, S Jurado-Güeto, Á Alonso-Moraga, …
    Foods, 8(5), 176 (2019) – 68 citations
  • Physicochemical characterization and biological activities of black and white garlic: In vivo and in vitro assays
    MÁ Toledano Medina, T Merinas-Amo, Z Fernández-Bedmar, R Font, …
    Foods, 8(6), 220 (2019) – 49 citations
  • Role of zucchini and its distinctive components in the modulation of degenerative processes: Genotoxicity, anti-genotoxicity, cytotoxicity and apoptotic effects
    D Martínez-Valdivieso, R Font, Z Fernández-Bedmar, T Merinas-Amo, …
    Nutrients, 9(7), 755 (2017) – 42 citations
  • In vitro antibacterial activity of extracts from Samoan medicinal plants and their effect on proliferation and migration of human fibroblasts
    A Frankova, L Vistejnova, T Merinas-Amo, Z Leheckova, I Doskocil, …
    Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 264, 113220 (2021) – 38 citations
  • In Vivo and In Vitro Genotoxic and Epigenetic Effects of Two Types of Cola Beverages and Caffeine: A Multiassay Approach
    M Mateo-Fernández, T Merinas-Amo, M Moreno-Millán, Á Alonso-Moraga, …
    BioMed Research International, 2016(1), 7574843 – 22 citations
  • In vivo and in vitro studies of the role of lyophilised blond Lager beer and some bioactive components in the modulation of degenerative processes
    T Merinas-Amo, I Tasset-Cuevas, AM Díaz-Carretero, Á Alonso-Moraga, …
    Journal of Functional Foods, 27, 274-294 (2016) – 17 citations
  • Food safety and nutraceutical potential of caramel colour class IV using in vivo and in vitro assays
    M Mateo-Fernández, P Alves-Martínez, M Del Río-Celestino, R Font, …
    Foods, 8(9), 392 (2019) – 14 citations
  • Nutraceutical potential of two Allium species and their distinctive organosulfur compounds: A multi-assay evaluation
    Z Fernández-Bedmar, S Demyda-Peyrás, T Merinas-Amo, …
    Foods, 8(6), 222 (2019) – 14 citations
  • Role of glucosinolates in the nutraceutical potential of selected cultivars of Brassica rapa
    T Merinas-Amo, MD Lozano-Baena, S Obregón-Cano, Á Alonso-Moraga, …
    Foods, 10(11), 2720 (2021) – 10 citations

 

Cheng Li | Foods | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr Cheng Li |  Foods |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant professor at  Institute of Food Science and Technology, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China

Cheng Li graduated from the Department of Chemistry at Agricultural University of Hebei in 2017 and completed her Master’s and PhD at Tianjin University in 2022, specializing in fluorescent characteristics of functional hyperbranched polymers. Since September 2022, she has been an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Food Science and Technology, focusing on the development of fluorescent hyperbranched polymers for food flavor detection.

Publication profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

Cheng Li graduated from the Department of Chemistry at Hebei Agricultural University in 2017. She earned her Master’s and PhD degrees in Chemistry from Tianjin University in 2022, specializing in the fluorescent characteristics of functional hyperbranched polymers. Since September 2022, she has served as an assistant professor at the Institute of Food Science and Technology.

🏆 Research Projects:

  • National Natural Science Foundation: Identification Mechanism of Sulfur Flavor Substances in Meat (2024-2026).
  • National Key R&D Program: Exploration of Unique Components in Specialty Sheep Meat (2023-2028).
  • Shandong Provincial Key R&D Program: Digital Monitoring System for Meat Quality (2023-2026).

🎖️ Awards and Recognition:

In 2023, Cheng was honored with the National Commercial Science and Technology Progress Award for her contributions to food safety and quality detection technologies.

🔬 Research Focus:

Cheng’s current research revolves around the development of fluorescent hyperbranched polymers aimed at enhancing food flavor detection and quality assessment.

🏅 Achievements:

  • Citations: 109 citations across 104 documents.
  • h-index: 7.
  • Recipient of the National Commercial Science and Technology Progress Award in 2023.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Exploring the Effect of Part Differences on Metabolite Molecule Changes in Refrigerated Pork: Identifying Key Metabolite Compounds and Their Conversion Pathways
    Gu, M., Li, C., Ren, Y., … Zhang, D., Zheng, X.
    Food Chemistry, 2024, 460, 140308.
  • Recent Advances in Photoluminescent Fluorescent Probe Technology for Food Flavor Compounds Analysis
    Tian, X., Zheng, X., Chen, L., … Li, C., Zhang, D.
    Food Chemistry, 2024, 459, 140455.
  • In-Depth Metaproteomics Analysis Reveals the Protein Profile and Metabolism Characteristics in Pork During Refrigerated Storage
    Gu, M., Zhang, D., Li, C., … Li, S., Zheng, X.
    Food Chemistry, 2024, 459, 140149.
  • Value-Added Utilization of Hemoglobin and Its Hydrolysis Products from Livestock and Poultry Blood Processing By-Products: A Review
    Cheng, C., Chen, L., Zhang, D., … Blecker, C., Li, S.
    Trends in Food Science and Technology, 2024, 151, 104645.
  • Development of a Rhodamine-Based Fluorescent Probe for ATP Detection for Potential Applications in Meat Freshness Assessment
    Su, Y., Gu, M., Li, C., … Li, S., Zheng, X.
    Food Chemistry, 2024, 450, 139209.
  • Research Progress of Chilled Meat Freshness Detection Based on Nanozyme Sensing Systems
    Song, G., Li, C., Fauconnier, M.-L., … Wang, S., Zheng, X.
    Food Chemistry: X, 2024, 22, 101364.
  • A Hydrogel-Based Ratiometric Fluorescent Sensor Relying on Rhodamine B Labelled AIE-Featured Hyperbranched Poly(amido amine) for Heparin Detection
    Li, C., Liu, B.-T., Wang, Y.-T., … Zhang, D., Wang, Y.
    Analytica Chimica Acta, 2024, 1300, 342466.
  • Combined Quantitative Lipidomics and Back-Propagation Neural Network Approach to Discriminate the Breed and Part Source of Lamb
    Liu, C., Zhang, D., Li, S., … Li, C., Chen, L.
    Food Chemistry, 2024, 437, 137940.
  • A “Hand-In-Hand” Thermal-Responsive Cyclodextrin Material Designed for Liquid Smart Windows
    Hu, S., Zhang, P., Li, C., … Wang, Y., Xiao, Y.
    Advanced Functional Materials, 2024.