Drawing from engineering science to develop and explore innovative technologies for food processing

DR. FANBIN KONG
Department of Food Science and Technology

RESEARCH INTERESTS

  • In vitro simulation of digestive systems
  • The behavior of food and non-food components in the human digestive tract
  • Microencapsulation
  • Radio-frequency heating
  • New food processing technology for improving food quality and food safety

MEDIA COVERAGE

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IFT NEXT Newsletter May 29, 2018: Researchers to explore potential health benefits of nano-cellulose

Nanocellulose Effects on Human Food Digestion and Health

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UGA researcher looks to create foods that help solve health concerns

BFTV Cluster News (UC DAVIS): Dr. Kong delivered a seminar  on microencapsulation for improved protection and delivery of bioactive food ingredients 

ALMOND QUALITY WORKSHOP A FIRST AT THE ALMOND CONFERENCE