Catholic University of Leuven (KU Leuven)
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Hydrothermal carbonization of pectin side streams into renewable energy pellets
Thermochemical process that converts wet pectin side streams into energy-dense hydrochar pellets for use as renewable solid biofuel. Eliminates energy-intensive drying, integrates into existing industrial operations, and...
Novel phenotyping sensors and genetics to improve banana drought tolerance
A research program combining high-throughput phenotyping sensors with molecular screening to identify drought tolerance alleles in banana. Leveraging the world banana CGIAR collection of over 1500 accessions, this work a...
Electrostatic spray-dried biopolymer particles for food-grade whitening
A novel electrostatic spray drying technology designed to produce biopolymer microparticles as a clean-label alternative to TiO2 for food applications. This method uses food-approved biopolymers to create highly scatteri...
Electrostatic spray drying-enabled multi-active nutraceutical platform
A novel beauty-from-within platform using electrostatic spray drying (ESD) to generate microparticles containing longevity actives like urolithin A and nicotinamide riboside. ESD enhances stability and bioavailability by...
Electrostatic spray-dried lignin-polysaccharide composite microspheres
A novel lignin-polysaccharide matrix fertilizer produced via electrostatic spray drying (ESD) offers a sustainable, scalable alternative to conventional coating methods. This method creates dense composite microspheres w...
Electrostatic spray drying for controlled gelation of psyllium fiber drinks
This technology utilizes electrostatic spray drying (ESD) to create psyllium composite microparticles that delay hydration and suppress the initial viscosity burst in water, optimizing drinkability of psyllium fiber beve...
Biomimetic electrostatic spray-dried system for curl styling
A novel biomimetic curl-definition system utilizing electrostatic spray-dried capsules to deliver long-lasting, flexible, and humidity-resistant curl styling. The biodegradable composition ensures minimal residue and fla...
Electrostatic spray-dried controlled release fragrance systems for topicals
A novel electrostatic spray-dried fragrance system designed for topical applications, offering enhanced scent retention and prolonged release with minimal greasy residue, using biodegradable microcapsules.
Electrostatic spray-dried protection of sensitive ingredients for beverages
A novel electrostatic spray drying (ESD) system to protect sensitive botanical extracts or natural colors in clear beverages. This technology creates submicron, rapidly redispersible microcapsules that maintain beverage ...
Electrostatic spray drying for color reduction in plant proteins
A novel low-temperature electrostatic spray drying method to lighten plant-protein ingredients, preserving functionality and improving color for meat analogs without synthetic whiteners.
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