Jiaoyan Ren | Nutrition Award | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jiaoyan Ren | Nutrition Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Jiaoyan Ren, South China University of Technology, China

Prof. Dr. Jiaoyan Ren 📚 is a distinguished professor at the School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology (SCUT) 🌏. With a joint Master’s and PhD from SCUT, she has significant international research experience 🌟. Dr. Ren has been honored with awards like the Youth Cheung Kong Scholars and Guangdong Province Distinguished Young Scholars 🌟. She holds over 52 authorized invention patents and has published 120 high-impact papers 📰. As an editorial member and conference speaker, her work in food science has a global reach 🌐. She also mentors young innovators and promotes academic excellence 🎓.

 

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Academic and Professional Background 🎓

Dr. Jiaoyan Ren is a professor at the School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology (SCUT) 🌟. She also serves as the Associate Director of the Food Nutrition and Health Research Institute and is a principal investigator at the Sino-Singapore International Joint Research Institute. As a “Shen Nong” Distinguished Researcher, she has received multiple accolades, including the Youth Cheung Kong Scholars Programme of China and the Guangdong Province Special Support Plan for High-Level Talents 🌟.

Achievements 🏆

Dr. Ren has presided over significant national and provincial projects, earning prestigious awards such as the Natural Science Award from the Ministry of Education and the Guangdong Science and Technology Award 🥇. She has guided students to win awards, applied for 89 invention patents, and contributed to national industry standards 🧠.

Research Focus

Dr. Jiaoyan Ren focuses on the intersection of food chemistry and biotechnology, with particular emphasis on the isolation and characterization of bioactive peptides and polysaccharides 🌿. Her work primarily explores antioxidant and functional properties of proteins from diverse sources such as grass carp, soy, and loach 🐟🌰. She employs advanced techniques like chromatography and mass spectrometry for purification and structural analysis 🔬. Dr. Ren’s research also delves into improving food functional properties through enzymatic hydrolysis and protein modifications, contributing significantly to food safety and nutritional science 🌟🥗. Her studies have substantial applications in enhancing the nutritional quality and health benefits of food products 🥤.

 

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Yadesa Abeshu | Food and nutrition | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Yadesa Abeshu | Food and nutrition | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Yadesa Abeshu, Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research, Ethiopia

Dr. Alganesh Tola is a Senior Researcher specializing in Food Processing and Dairy Technology at Holeta Agricultural Research Center 🌱 in Ethiopia. With extensive expertise in agricultural sciences, she contributes significantly to the advancement of food quality and safety measures. Dr. Tola holds a profound dedication to research and innovation in her field, evident through her contributions to various scientific publications and her active involvement in professional societies. Her commitment to enhancing food processing techniques and nutritional quality underscores her passion for improving livelihoods and promoting sustainable agricultural practices in Ethiopia and beyond.

 

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Education:

Yadesa Abeshu embarked on his academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Post Harvest Management from Jimma University 🎓 in Ethiopia, graduating with a commendable CGPA of 3.46 in 2012. Building upon this foundation, he pursued his passion for food science and nutrition, obtaining a Master’s degree from Addis Ababa University 🏫 in 2019, where he achieved a notable CGPA of 3.75. His thesis focused on the development of calibration models for predicting quality traits of malt barley and tef genotypes using Near Infrared Spectroscopy, showcasing his dedication to advancing agricultural research and innovation in Ethiopia.

 

Experience:

Yadesa Abeshu’s professional journey reflects his commitment to advancing food science and nutrition in Ethiopia 🌱. Since October 2014, he has been a dedicated Researcher at the Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research in Addis Ababa, Oromia. His expertise contributes significantly to the institute’s efforts in enhancing food quality and nutritional standards. Moreover, Yadesa actively engages with the academic and professional community, holding a membership with the Food and Nutrition Society of Ethiopia since March 2017. His continuous involvement underscores his passion for promoting public health and sustainable agricultural practices, marking him as a valuable asset in Ethiopia’s quest for improved food security and nutrition.

 

Research Focus:

Yadesa Abeshu’s research focuses primarily on advancing agricultural science, particularly in the realm of food quality and nutrition 🌾. With a keen interest in utilizing innovative methods, such as near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS), he explores fast and non-destructive approaches to predict major quality parameters of bread wheat grain. His contributions, evident in prestigious journals like the International Journal of Food Properties and the Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, highlight his dedication to developing practical solutions for enhancing crop quality and addressing food security challenges. Through his interdisciplinary work, Yadesa strives to promote sustainable agricultural practices and improve nutritional outcomes for communities in Ethiopia and beyond.

 

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Fast and non- destructive multivariate test method to predict bread wheat grain major quality parameters

Development of NIRS re-calibration model for ethiopian barley (Hordeum vulgare) lines traits to determine their brewing potential