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Zata Vickers

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University of Minnesota

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Characterizing extruded plant protein-starch systems

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We will evaluate the influence of extrusion parameters on the structural changes in protein and starch mixtures after texturization and relate those changes to the extruded products’ mechanical properties, volatile flavor compounds, and sensory properties.

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University of Minnesota

Characterization of extruded plant protein-starch systems for texturized food products

Research expertise in characterizing plant protein and starch chemistry, extrusion processing, and texturization potential. Capabilities include protein structural analysis, rheology, phase behavior, sensory evaluation, ...

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Zata Vickers

Principal Investigator

University of Minnesota

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University of Minnesota

Principal Investigator

Cornell University

PhD, Food Science

1972 - 1975

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