Yasmina Sultanbawa
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- y.sultanbawa@uq.edu.au
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- +61 7 344 32471
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Overview
Background
Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa's research is focused within the agribusiness development framework, specifically in the area of food processing, preservation, food safety and nutrition. Her current research includes the minimisation of post harvest losses through value addition and the search for natural preservatives to replace current synthetic chemicals. In addition, her research area also includes the challenge of nutrition security, in particular micronutrient deficiency (hidden hunger), lack of diet diversity and nutritional losses in the food supply chain, which are addressed by her work with underutilized Australian plant species and potential new crops. Her work on Australian native plant foods is focused on incorporation of these plants in mainstream agriculture and diet diversification Working with indigenous communities to develop nutritious and sustainable value added products from native plants for use in the food, feed, cosmetic and health care industries is a key strategy. The creation of employment, economic and social benefits to these remote communities is an anticipated outcome. She considers it a privilege to engage with these communities and is very passionate that her work will have a positive socio-economic impact.
Research Focus
- Functional ingredients (natural additives)
Functional food/feed/nutraceutical ingredients with enhanced nutritional and phytochemical profiles are obtained from specialty crops (Australian native plant foods) and industry co/by-products. Natural additives are obtained from raw materials of vegetable, fruit, herbs/spices or microbiological origin. An example is plant extracts which can provide e.g. antioxidants, shelf-life extension (natural antimicrobials), trace-nutrients (vitamins/ minerals) and novel flavours. Innovative technology solutions
- Novel packaging systems
Development of active, biodegradable packaging material with natural additives for shelf life extension, smart packaging with nanosensors for the effective detection of food contaminants, microperforated packaging systems with optimised modified atmospheres for fresh foods and high barrier packaging material for herbs and spices are practical objectives of her research. Engineered nano-delivery systems for plant bioactives Develop nano-platforms for targeted delivery and controlled release of plant bioactives including antioxidant and antimicrobial products, through testing of in vitro activities and shelf life under various conditions.
- Photodynamic treatment
Photodynamic treatment or photosensitization is a novel light and photo dye based approach which offers promising alternatives to conventional methods for the control of microorganisms. Plant bioactives such as curcumin has been successfully used to control mycrotoxigenic fungi. This technology has potential as a decontamination tool to reduce the microbial load in food and feed.
- Food safety
Her research focus in this field includes intervention strategies to inhibit and prevent food-borne pathogens and spoilage organisms in fresh food and beverages, elucidating mechanisms of antimicrobial action, shelf-life extension with natural antimicrobials, retaining bioactivity during processing and storage, search for natural inhibitors from Australian native plants, use of bioactive honey from Leptospermum polygalifolium (Jelly bush) in treating microbial wound infections.
Availability
- Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Masters (Coursework) of Science, University of Reading
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of British Columbia
Works
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2024
Journal Article
Storage Effects on the Physicochemical Properties, Phytochemical Composition, and Sugars in Red-Fleshed Cultivars, ‘Rubycot’ Plumcot, and ‘Queen Garnet’ Plum
Kodagoda, Gethmini Kavindya, Hong, Hung Trieu, O’Hare, Tim J., Topp, Bruce, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Netzel, Michael Erich (2024). Storage Effects on the Physicochemical Properties, Phytochemical Composition, and Sugars in Red-Fleshed Cultivars, ‘Rubycot’ Plumcot, and ‘Queen Garnet’ Plum. Molecules, 29 (19), 4641. doi: 10.3390/molecules29194641
2024
Journal Article
Nutritional and functional properties of Terminalia ferdinandiana fruits wild harvested from Western Australia
Bobasa, Eshetu M., Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Netzel, Michael E., Akter, Saleha, Cozzolino, Daniel and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2024). Nutritional and functional properties of Terminalia ferdinandiana fruits wild harvested from Western Australia. Foods, 13 (18) 2888, 1-14. doi: 10.3390/foods13182888
2024
Conference Publication
Sublime Citrus: the nutritional value of native Australian limes
Johnson, Joel B., Hungerford, Natasha L., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Netzel, Michael E. (2024). Sublime Citrus: the nutritional value of native Australian limes. NextGen Ag Symposium, St Lucia, QLD Australia, 6 September 2024.
2024
Journal Article
Curcumin‐mediated photodynamic treatment to extend the postharvest shelf‐life of strawberries
Seididamyeh, Maral, Netzel, Michael E., Mereddy, Ram and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2024). Curcumin‐mediated photodynamic treatment to extend the postharvest shelf‐life of strawberries. Journal of Food Science, 89 (10), 6616-6627. doi: 10.1111/1750-3841.17341
2024
Journal Article
Blockchain-enabled provenance and supply chain governance for Indigenous foods and botanicals: a design approach study
Powell, Warwick, Sultanbawa, Yasmina, Thomson, Madonna, Sivakumar, Dharini, Dipu, Mokaddes Ahmed, Williams, Luke, Turner-Morris, Charles, Sigley, Gary and He, Shan (2024). Blockchain-enabled provenance and supply chain governance for Indigenous foods and botanicals: a design approach study. Sustainability, 16 (16) 7084, 7084. doi: 10.3390/su16167084
2024
Journal Article
In-vitro colonic fermentation of Kakadu plum (Terminalia ferdinandiana) fruit powder: microbial biotransformation of phenolic compounds and cytotoxicity
Adiamo, Oladipupo Q., Bobasa, Eshetu M., Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Akter, Saleha, Seididamyeh, Maral, Dayananda, Buddhi, Gaisawat, Mohd Baasir, Kubow, Stan, Sivakumar, Dharini and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2024). In-vitro colonic fermentation of Kakadu plum (Terminalia ferdinandiana) fruit powder: microbial biotransformation of phenolic compounds and cytotoxicity. Food Chemistry, 448 139057, 139057. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.139057
2024
Journal Article
Australian native lemongrass (Cymbopogon ambiguus A. Camus): an underestimated herbal plant
Zhou, Yuntao, Akter, Saleha, Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Bobasa, Eshetu Mulisa, Seididamyeh, Maral, Sivakumar, Dharini and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2024). Australian native lemongrass (Cymbopogon ambiguus A. Camus): an underestimated herbal plant. AppliedChem, 4 (2), 212-223. doi: 10.3390/appliedchem4020014
2024
Journal Article
Gum Arabic edible coating embedded aqueous plant extracts: Interactive effects of partaking components and its effectiveness on cold storage of fresh-cut capsicum
Seididamyeh, Maral, Mantilla, Sandra Milena Olarte, Netzel, Michael E., Mereddy, Ram and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2024). Gum Arabic edible coating embedded aqueous plant extracts: Interactive effects of partaking components and its effectiveness on cold storage of fresh-cut capsicum. Food Control, 159 110267, 110267. doi: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2023.110267
2024
Journal Article
A ratiometric fluorescence probe for bisulfite detection in live cells and meat samples
Tian, Dihua, Qi, Xin, Seididamyeh, Maral, Zhang, Huayue, Phan, Anh, Zhang, Zexi, Geng, Xuhui, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Zhang, Run (2024). A ratiometric fluorescence probe for bisulfite detection in live cells and meat samples. Methods, 225, 100-105. doi: 10.1016/j.ymeth.2024.03.010
2024
Journal Article
Assessing the potential of Australian indigenous edible halophytes as salt substitutes: from wild to plate
Srivarathan, Sukirtha, Olarte Mantilla, Sandra Milena, Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Wright, Olivia R. L., Netzel, Michael E. and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2024). Assessing the potential of Australian indigenous edible halophytes as salt substitutes: from wild to plate. Journal of Food Science, 89 (5), 2991-3005. doi: 10.1111/1750-3841.17034
2024
Conference Publication
Rare earth elements in rice samples in Australian market from different origins
Imran, M., Nguyen, A. and Sultanbawa, Y. (2024). Rare earth elements in rice samples in Australian market from different origins. 57th Nutrition Society of New Zealand and 47th Nutrition Society of Australia Joint Annual Scientific Meeting, Auckland, New Zealand, 28 November – 1 December 2023. Cambridge, United Kingdom: Cambridge University Press. doi: 10.1017/s0029665124002003
2024
Journal Article
Physicochemical, antioxidant and microbial stability of Burdekin plum leathers
Chen, Gengning, Olarte Mantilla, Sandra Milena, Netzel, Michael E., Cozzolino, Daniel, Sivakumar, Dharini and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2024). Physicochemical, antioxidant and microbial stability of Burdekin plum leathers. International Journal of Food Science and Technology, 59 (4), 2716-2726. doi: 10.1111/ijfs.17023
2024
Conference Publication
Minerals and trace elements in broad-leaved Geebung (Persoonia stradbrokensis), an underutilised native Australian fruit
Zhang, J., Sivakumar, D., Netzel, M.E. and Sultanbawa, Y. (2024). Minerals and trace elements in broad-leaved Geebung (Persoonia stradbrokensis), an underutilised native Australian fruit. 57th Nutrition Society of New Zealand and 47th Nutrition Society of Australia Joint Annual Scientific Meeting, Auckland, New Zealand, 28 November – 1 December 2023. Cambridge, United Kingdom: Cambridge University Press. doi: 10.1017/s0029665124000740
2024
Journal Article
Utilizing Xanthan Gum Coatings as Probiotic Bacteria Carriers to Enhance Postharvest Quality and Antioxidants in Fresh-Cut Cantaloupe and Honeydew (Cucumis melo L.) Melons
Chikhala, Tshudufhadzo, Seke, Faith, Slabbert, Retha M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2024). Utilizing Xanthan Gum Coatings as Probiotic Bacteria Carriers to Enhance Postharvest Quality and Antioxidants in Fresh-Cut Cantaloupe and Honeydew (Cucumis melo L.) Melons. Foods, 13 (6) 940, 940. doi: 10.3390/foods13060940
2024
Conference Publication
Exploring the chemistry and nutritional properties of native Australian citrus
Johnson, Joel B., Hungerford, Natasha L., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Netzel, Michael E. (2024). Exploring the chemistry and nutritional properties of native Australian citrus. Australian Citrus Congress, Sunshine Coast, QLD Australia, 6-7 March 2024.
2024
Conference Publication
Burdekin plum fruit leather processing and storage
Chen, Gengning, Sultanbawa, Yasmina, Netzel, Michael, Cozzolino, Daniel, Olarte Mantilla, Sandra and Sivakumar, Dharini (2024). Burdekin plum fruit leather processing and storage. Joint virtual workshop between the Centre for Nutrition and Food Sciences (CNAFS), Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI), The University of Queensland, Australia and the Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa, Promoting Health and Food Security with Indigenous Crops, Virtual, 5-6 March 2024.
2024
Journal Article
Geographical origin discrimination of lemon myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) leaf powder using near-infrared hyperspectral imaging
Seididamyeh, Maral, Tahmasbian, Iman, Phan, Anh Dao Thi and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2024). Geographical origin discrimination of lemon myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) leaf powder using near-infrared hyperspectral imaging. Food Bioscience, 59 103946, 103946. doi: 10.1016/j.fbio.2024.103946
2024
Journal Article
Exploring the potential of Davidson's plum (Davidsonia pruriens): A promising indigenous edible fruit as biopreservative in raw processed meat products
Beya, Michel M., Netzel, Michael E., Sultanbawa, Yasmina, Smyth, Heather E. and Hoffman, Louwrens C. (2024). Exploring the potential of Davidson's plum (Davidsonia pruriens): A promising indigenous edible fruit as biopreservative in raw processed meat products. LWT- Food Science and Technology, 194 115827, 115827. doi: 10.1016/j.lwt.2024.115827
2024
Journal Article
Brassica microgreens cabbage (Brassica oleracea), radish (Raphanus sativus) and rocket (Eruca vesicaria) (L.) Cav: application of red‐light emitting diodes lighting during postharvest storage and in vitro digestion on bioactive compounds and antioxidant activity
Ntsoane, Manyasha L. L., Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Shoko, Tinotenda, Seke, Faith, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2024). Brassica microgreens cabbage (Brassica oleracea), radish (Raphanus sativus) and rocket (Eruca vesicaria) (L.) Cav: application of red‐light emitting diodes lighting during postharvest storage and in vitro digestion on bioactive compounds and antioxidant activity. International Journal of Food Science & Technology, 59 (3), 1432-1442. doi: 10.1111/ijfs.16890
2024
Journal Article
Photodynamic inactivation of Botrytis cinerea spores by curcumin—effect of treatment factors and characterization of photo-generated reactive oxygen species
Seididamyeh, Maral, Netzel, Michael E., Mereddy, Ram, Harmer, Jeffrey R. and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2024). Photodynamic inactivation of Botrytis cinerea spores by curcumin—effect of treatment factors and characterization of photo-generated reactive oxygen species. Food and Bioprocess Technology, 17 (3), 670-685. doi: 10.1007/s11947-023-03150-w
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Upconversion-encoded microspheres for glucocorticoids detection as food hazards or health markers
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Kayvan Etebari, Dr Zeinab Khalil, Dr Run Zhang
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Doctor Philosophy
The efficacy of nanoencapsulation as a delivery system of Terminalia ferdinandiana extract for periodontal disease therapy
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Run Zhang
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring a framework for the Gamilaraay peoples governance of research and development on their traditional foods: a case study exploring functional ingredients in a culturally significant native grain
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Assessing the effect of date fruit (Phoenix dactylifera L.) on human gut microbiota and metabolite production: an in vitro fermentation study
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel, Dr Loan Nguyen
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Doctor Philosophy
Modelling interactive effects of environment and physicochemical properties of Persoonia spp.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel, Dr Dharini Sivakumar
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Doctor Philosophy
occurrence of rare earth elements in food
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the nutritional quality and food functionality of Burdekin plum (Pleiogynium timorense)
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel, Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring traditional Aboriginal knowledge and potential enterprise development of fungi in Northern Australia.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Elizabeth Aitken, Dr Michael Netzel, Dr Sharlene Leroy-Dyer
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the Nutritional quality and Food Functionality of Salt Bush (Atriplex semibaccata) - an Australian Indigenous Edible Halophyte
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel, Dr Dharini Sivakumar
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the Nutritional and Functional Quality of Australian Indigenous Yam
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Femi Akinsanmi, Dr Michael Netzel
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Doctor Philosophy
Strengthening Indigenous Community Capability: Uniquely Australian Foods
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Janeen Baxter
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Doctor Philosophy
Investigating the nutritional and bioactive properties of native Australian Citrus species
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Natasha Hungerford, Dr Michael Netzel
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Doctor Philosophy
Following the Tracks: Bringing traditional knowledge and food science together to improve health outcomes in Central Australia
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel, Dr Olivia Wright
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Doctor Philosophy
Perinatal strategies to improve birthweight, growth, and gut health in pre-weaned piglets
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Heather Smyth
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Doctor Philosophy
Using marks and designations to build and sustain local food and agriculture
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Brad Sherman, Dr Allison Fish
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Doctor Philosophy
Empowering Indigenous communities to improve their health through science and nutrition
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel, Dr Olivia Wright
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Doctor Philosophy
Sensitive Detection of Antibiotics with Nanoprobes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Run Zhang
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Doctor Philosophy
Women in shift work - nutrition and menopause
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel, Dr Olivia Wright
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Doctor Philosophy
Use of ICT in agriculture marketing to connect smallholder farmers to dynamic markets in the developing countries: A case of the dairy industry in Bangladesh
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Natalie Jones, Associate Professor Ammar Abdul Aziz
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring and understanding the nutritional quality and functional properties of wild harvested Australian grown elderberries (native elderberries)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright, Professor Heather Smyth, Dr Michael Netzel
Completed supervision
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Use of Novel Green Technologies for Preservation of Horticultural Produce using Plant Bioactives
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Impact of growing region and processing on the quality and functionality of wild harvested Terminalia ferdinandiana Exell fruits
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel, Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Impact of photosensitization on the nutrient profile and bioaccessibility of bioactive compounds in Australian grown strawberries
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Characterising the potential of the green plum (Buchanania obovata) as a native Australian fruit
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Heather Smyth
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Nutritional and Functional Quality of Flour and Proteins from Australian Acacia seed
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mike Gidley, Dr Michael Netzel, Professor Louw Hoffman
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Developing a new probiotic fermented milk with prebiotics for aflatoxin M1 detoxification
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Emerita Professor Mary Fletcher, Professor Mark Turner
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Utilization of solid-state fermented canola meal, camelina meal and lupin as potential protein sources in the diets of broiler chickens
Principal Advisor
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Assessing the safe use of Terminalia ferdinandiana for dietary purposes
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Emerita Professor Mary Fletcher, Dr Michael Netzel
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Potential of nanoencapsulated plant bioactives against weak acid resistant yeast to extend the shelf life of apple juice
Principal Advisor
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2018
Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the bioactive potential of Terminalia ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) - a native plant of Australia
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Heather Smyth
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
Antimicrobial activity of plant extracts and photosensitization against pathogenic and food spoilage fungi occurring on fresh date (Phoenix dactylifera L.) fruits
Principal Advisor
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Use of nanoemulsions with natural antimicrobials to reduce Campylobacter contamination from the chicken intestinal tract.
Principal Advisor
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Effects of Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Activities of Australian Native Plants (Kakadu plum and Davidson plum) on the Safety and Quality of Value-added Meat Products
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Heather Smyth, Dr Michael Netzel, Professor Louw Hoffman
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Effect of storage on the nutritional quality of 'Rubycot' plumcot and 'Queen Garnet' plum
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bruce Topp, Dr Michael Netzel
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Australian indigenous edible halophytes - potential sources of functional ingredients
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright, Dr Michael Netzel
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Assessment and identification of molecular markers underpinning for H. armigera Hübner resistance in Australian wild Cajanus species
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Agnelo Furtado, Professor Robert Henry
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Factors affecting carotenoids in zeaxanthin-biofortified sweet-corn (Zea mays L.)
Associate Advisor
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
Occurrence of Mycotoxins in Harvested Maize in Kenya and Tanzania and Postharvest Control by Photosensitization
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emerita Professor Mary Fletcher, Dr Darren Kriticos
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
Factors related to differential occurrence rates of aflatoxins in maize grains: investigations with near infrared spectrometry and metabolite analysis
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emerita Professor Mary Fletcher
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