Overview
Background
Understanding in vitro bioaccessibility (matrix release and availability for intestinal absorption) as well as the much more complex in vivo bioavailability and metabolism (including microbial degradation in the gut) of dietary phytochemicals are crucial in understanding and predicting their bioactivity and potential health benefits in humans.
Dr Michael Netzel is a graduate of the Justus-Liebig University Giessen, Germany (Master and PhD). Before joining QAAFI as a Senior Research Fellow in August 2013, he was a Research Scientist at CSIRO. Other previous academic and professional positions held by Dr Netzel include, Feodor Lynen Research Fellow (Alexander von Humboldt-Foundation) at Food Science Australia (2005 and 2006-2007), Visiting Research Scientist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (2005) and Research Team Leader at the Friedrich-Schiller University Jena, Germany (1999-2006). He is an Editor of the ‘Journal of Food Composition and Analysis’ (Elsevier), a Review-Editor of ‘Frontiers in Nutrition’ (Scientific Direct) and a Member of the Editorial Board of ‘Food Research International’ (Elsevier). Dr Netzel was also a Co-Editor of ‘Acta Horticulturae (1106) 2015’ (Proceeding of the 6th International Symposium on Fruits & Vegetables for Human Health – FAVHealth2014) and ‘Technology for Food Quality’ (The Queensland Government, 2012). He has strong collaborative links to the Technical University of Munich, Germany (Prof. Michael Rychlik, Chair – Analytical Food Chemistry), which is one of UQ’s strategic partners in Europe.
Availability
- Dr Michael Netzel is:
- Available for supervision
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, Justus Liebig University Giessen
Research interests
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Phytochemicals and Health
My main research interests are related to phytochemicals (polyphenols (bound & free), carotenoids and vitamins), their analytical determination, binding characteristics within the plant (food) matrix, structural modifications/degradation during processing and digestion, bioaccessibility as well as bioavailability and metabolism (”from the raw produce to the absorbed and metabolised bioactive compound”). Assessing the “nutritional value” of biofortified produce such as the anthocyanin-rich Queen Garnet plum, “dark” strawberries, high-zeaxanthin sweet-corn and polyphenol-rich sorghum as well as the phytochemical profiling of unexploited tropical fruits grown in Australia, are the current research focus.
Works
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2019
Journal Article
Deep-pigmented strawberries–a potential niche market for the strawberry industry?
Netzel, Michael E. and O'Hare Tim (2019). Deep-pigmented strawberries–a potential niche market for the strawberry industry?. Simply Red, 52, 8-9.
2019
Conference Publication
Strawberries – delicious and a ‘valuable’ dietary source of folate
Netzel, Michael (2019). Strawberries – delicious and a ‘valuable’ dietary source of folate. Joint DAF and QAAFI Food Science Seminar Series, Coopers Plains, QLD, Australia, 26 March 2019.
2019
Conference Publication
Towards the sustainable production of food grade Nannochloropsis biomass, high-quality oil, and high-value proteins
Chua, Elvis, Eltanahy, Eladl, Lee, Jeremy, Thomas-Hall, Skye, Dal'Molin, Cristiana, Netzel, Michael, Netzel, Gabriele and Schenk, Peer (2019). Towards the sustainable production of food grade Nannochloropsis biomass, high-quality oil, and high-value proteins. 10th Asia-Pacific Conference on Algal Biotechnology, Nanchang, China, 27-30 September 2019.
2019
Conference Publication
Folate in strawberry and avocado – profile, distribution and total content
Dumler, Caroline, Weber, Nadine, Striegel, Lisa, Rychlik, Michael, Hong, Hung, O'Hare, Tim and Netzel, Michael (2019). Folate in strawberry and avocado – profile, distribution and total content. 4th Queensland Annual Chemistry Symposium QACS 2019, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 29 November 2019.
2019
Conference Publication
Exploring the nutritional profile and bioactive potential of Australian grown saltbush (Atriplex sp.)
Srivarathan, Sukirtha, Netzel, Michael E., Phan, Anh D. T. and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2019). Exploring the nutritional profile and bioactive potential of Australian grown saltbush (Atriplex sp.). TropAg2019, International Tropical Agriculture Conference, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 11 - 13 November 2019. Basel, Switzerland: M D P I AG. doi: 10.3390/proceedings2019036083
2019
Conference Publication
Biofortified sweet corn - a promising dietary source of zeaxanthin for age-related macular degeneration
Netzel, Michael, Zeilmann, Theresa, Fanning, Kent, Rychlik, Michael and O'Hare, Tim (2019). Biofortified sweet corn - a promising dietary source of zeaxanthin for age-related macular degeneration. 42nd Annual Scientific Meeting of the Nutrition Society of Australia, Canberra, ACT, Australia, 27-30 November 2018. MDPI.
2019
Conference Publication
Maximising the potential health properties of Carica papaya linn leaf eaten as a food
Ikram, Emmy Hainida Khairul, Netzel, Michael, Stanley, Roger and Fanning, Kent (2019). Maximising the potential health properties of Carica papaya linn leaf eaten as a food. 1st ASEAN Nutrition and Food Science Network (ANFSN) Meeting, Singapore, 10-11 October 2019.
2019
Conference Publication
Folate in durian and other tropical exotics
Rychlik, Michael, Netzel, Michael and Striegel, Lisa (2019). Folate in durian and other tropical exotics. TropAg2019, International Tropical Agriculture Conference, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 11-13 November 2019.
2019
Conference Publication
In vitro bioaccessibility and transport of ascorbic and ellagic acid in Terminalia ferdinandiana (Kakadu plum) extracts
Akter, Saleha, Addepalli, Rama, Netzel, Michael E., Tinggi, Ujang, Fletcher, Mary T., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Osborne, Simone A. (2019). In vitro bioaccessibility and transport of ascorbic and ellagic acid in Terminalia ferdinandiana (Kakadu plum) extracts. Active Integrated Matter (AIM) Conference 2019, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, 14-16 May 2019.
2019
Conference Publication
Australian native fruits and “not so native fruits” as novel sources for functional bioactives
Netzel, Michael (2019). Australian native fruits and “not so native fruits” as novel sources for functional bioactives. 3rd Global Bioeconomy Alliance Symposium, Sao Paulo and Ubatuba, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 30 September – 4 October 2019.
2019
Conference Publication
Structurally different anthocyanidin-glycosides and their metabolic fate in vivo
Netzel, Gabriele, Wright, Olivia, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Netzel, Michael (2019). Structurally different anthocyanidin-glycosides and their metabolic fate in vivo. 4th Queensland Annual Chemistry Symposium QACS 2019, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 29 November 2019.
2019
Conference Publication
Kakadu plum (Terminalia Ferdinandiana)—a native Australian fruit with functional properties
Bobasa, Eshetu M., Netzel, Michael E., Kubow, Stan, Chaliha, Mridusmita, Phan, Anh and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2019). Kakadu plum (Terminalia Ferdinandiana)—a native Australian fruit with functional properties. TropAg2019, International Tropical Agriculture Conference, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 11-13 November 2019. Basel Switzerland: MDPI. doi: 10.3390/proceedings2019036114
2019
Conference Publication
Curcumin-based photosensitization: a novel and green technology to decontaminate food systems
Damyeh, Maral Seidi, Mereddy, Ram, Netzel, Michael E. and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2019). Curcumin-based photosensitization: a novel and green technology to decontaminate food systems. International Photodynamic Association World Congress, Cambridge, MA, United States, 28 June - 4 July 2019. Bellingham, WA, United States: SPIE. doi: 10.1117/12.2530661
2019
Conference Publication
Effect of curcumin-based photodynamic treatment on nutritional properties of strawberry fruit
Sarwara, Shammy, Mereddy, Ram, Netzel, Michael, Netzel, Gabriele and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2019). Effect of curcumin-based photodynamic treatment on nutritional properties of strawberry fruit. 4th Queensland Annual Chemistry Symposium QACS 2019, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 29 November 2019.
2019
Conference Publication
Exploring the nutritional and functional properties of two understudied Australian endemic plants: Diploglottis bracteata and Syzigium aqueum
Chaliha, Mridusmita, Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Hong, Hung Trieu, McGuire, Geraldine, Netzel, Michael E. and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2019). Exploring the nutritional and functional properties of two understudied Australian endemic plants: Diploglottis bracteata and Syzigium aqueum. TropAg2019, International Tropical Agriculture Conference, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 11-13 November 2019. Basel, Switzerland: MDPI. doi: 10.3390/proceedings2019036093
2019
Conference Publication
Effect of curcumin-based photodynamic treatment on nutritional properties of strawberry fruit
Sarwar, Shammy, Mereddy, Ram, Netzel, Michael E, Netzel, Gabriele and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2019). Effect of curcumin-based photodynamic treatment on nutritional properties of strawberry fruit. Queensland Annual Chemistry Symposium, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 29 November 2019.
2018
Edited Outputs
Proceedings ‘Foodomics and Human Health: Metabolomics and its Relevance for Nutrition Studies’
Michael E. Netzel ed. (2018). Proceedings ‘Foodomics and Human Health: Metabolomics and its Relevance for Nutrition Studies’. Seminar of the Nutrition Society of Australia (NSA) Brisbane Local Group, Health & Food Sciences Precinct (HFSP), Coopers Plains, 3 December 2018.
2018
Journal Article
Blue light enhances astaxanthin biosynthesis metabolism and extraction efficiency in Haematococcus pluvialis by inducing haematocyst germination
Ma, Ruijuan, Thomas-Hall, Skye R., Chua, Elvis T., Eltanahy, Eladl, Netzel, Michael E., Netzel, Gabriele, Lu, Yinghua and Schenk, Peer M. (2018). Blue light enhances astaxanthin biosynthesis metabolism and extraction efficiency in Haematococcus pluvialis by inducing haematocyst germination. Algal Research, 35, 215-222. doi: 10.1016/j.algal.2018.08.023
2018
Journal Article
Buchanania obovata: An Australian Indigenous food for diet diversification
Fyfe, Selina A., Netzel, Michael E., Tinggi, Ujang, Biehl, Eva M. and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2018). Buchanania obovata: An Australian Indigenous food for diet diversification. Nutrition and Dietetics, 75 (5), 527-532. doi: 10.1111/1747-0080.12437
2018
Journal Article
Release of indospicine from contaminated camel meat following cooking and simulated gastrointestinal digestion: implications for human consumption
Sultan, Saira, Giles, Cindy, Netzel, Gabriele, Osborne, Simone A., Netzel, Michael E. and Fletcher, Mary T. (2018). Release of indospicine from contaminated camel meat following cooking and simulated gastrointestinal digestion: implications for human consumption. Toxins, 10 (9) 356, 356. doi: 10.3390/toxins10090356
Funding
Current funding
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Michael Netzel is:
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Investigating the nutritional and bioactive properties of native Australian Citrus species
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Natasha Hungerford, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring and understanding the nutritional quality and functional properties of wild harvested Australian grown elderberries (native elderberries)
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright, Professor Heather Smyth, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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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: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Luke Williams
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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: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Olivia Wright
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the Nutritional quality and Food Functionality of Salt Bush (Atriplex semibaccata) - an Australian Indigenous Edible Halophyte
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Dharini Sivakumar, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Empowering Indigenous communities to improve their health through science and nutrition
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Olivia Wright
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Doctor Philosophy
Opening the Discussion on Harnessing Traditional Knowledge and Plants for Indigenous Health: Development of a Bush Food-based Carbonated Beverage
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Olivia Wright
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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
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Loan Nguyen
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the nutritional quality and food functionality of Burdekin plum (Pleiogynium timoriense)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Women in shift work - nutrition and menopause
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Olivia Wright
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Doctor Philosophy
Modelling interactive effects of environment and physicochemical properties of Persoonia spp.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Dharini Sivakumar, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the Nutritional and Functional Quality of Australian Indigenous Yam
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Femi Akinsanmi, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the nutritional quality and food functionality of Burdekin plum (Pleiogynium timoriense)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the nutritional quality and food functionality of Burdekin plum (Pleiogynium timorense)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino
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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: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Luke Williams
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring traditional Aboriginal knowledge and potential enterprise development of fungi in Northern Australia.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Elizabeth Aitken, Associate Professor Sharlene Leroy-Dyer, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
Completed supervision
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Effect of storage on the nutritional quality of 'Rubycot' plumcot and 'Queen Garnet' plum
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bruce Topp, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Australian indigenous edible halophytes - potential sources of functional ingredients
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the Nutritional Potential of Carica papaya Linn Cultivars
Principal Advisor
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the nutritional quality and food functionality of Burdekin plum (Pleiogynium timoriense)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino, Dr Kamalesh Adhikari, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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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, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Professor Louw Hoffman
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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
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Use of Novel Green Technologies for Preservation of Horticultural Produce using Plant Bioactives
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Impact of photosensitization on the nutrient profile and bioaccessibility of bioactive compounds in Australian grown strawberries
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Nutritional and Functional Quality of Flour and Proteins from Australian Acacia seed
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mike Gidley, Professor Louw Hoffman, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Development of a microalgal biorefinery to produce omega-3 fatty acid EPA and other high-value compounds from Nannochloropsis
Associate Advisor
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Assessing the safe use of Terminalia ferdinandiana for dietary purposes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emerita Professor Mary Fletcher, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
IDENTIFICATION AND INDUCED BIOSYNTHESIS OF NATURAL HEALTH COMPOUNDS IN MICROALGAE
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Harendra Parekh, Dr Karnaker Reddy Tupally
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
Induction of carotenoid and phytosterol accumulation in microalgae
Associate Advisor
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