28 Jul, 2010
[Canada] Master Scholarships in Food Processing, Centre for Water, Earth and Environment
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The fruit processing industry is experiencing a surge in its growth with Quebec ranked tenth in North The united states. The growth has generated immense quantities of “fruit pomace” as solid waste (25–30% of the total processed fruits) obtained after the extraction of fruit juice. The aim is to carryover out value-addition of pomace to produce ligninolytic enzymes; extract polyphenols; & use the fermented mass as animal feed by using a white rot fungus, Phanerochaete chrysosporium.
The fruit pomace residues are usually rich in carbohydrates, cell wall polysaccharides & other functionally important bioactive molecules, such as proteins, minerals & natural antioxidants. Owing to the high carbohydrate content, fruit pomace can be used as a substrate for the microbial production of enzymes & extraction of other high-value added products, such as anti-oxidants. Further, the high protein enriched residue can serve as animal feed.
Research Area:
Fermentation to produce ligninolytic enzymes & simultaneously analyze polyphenolic compounds & carryover out experiments with swine feed.
Requirements:
B.Sc./B.Tech. in microbiology, biochemistry, biological engineering, biochemical engineering, chemical engineering or related discipline. Practical experience in the field of solid state fermentation or liquid fermentation & knowledge of high performance liquid chromatography/mass spectrophotometry is an added asset. Computer knowledge preferably include programming skills is an advantage. Candidates ought to be proficient in English & Spanish.
Application ought to include a CV, list of publications, names & contacts of 2-3 references, list of research interests.
For applications & further information contact:
Dr. S.K. Brar
Assistant Professor
INRS-ETE Univ. Quebec
490, rue de la Couronne
Quebec, G1K 9A9 (CANADA)
E-mail: satinder.brar@ete.inrs.ca
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