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The text grounds readers in the fundamentals, covering the scope, history, and the vital roles of bacteria, yeasts, and molds. It details Fermentation Technology, including bioreactor design, industrial scale-up, and enzyme applications in brewing and baking. It then explores the cutting edge of Genetic Engineering, covering recombinant DNA, improved crop varieties, GMO benefits, concerns, and regulation in plant and animal food production.
Crucially, the book addresses Food Preservation and Safety, examining natural biopreservatives (bacteriocins), probiotics, rapid pathogen detection (biosensors), and the emerging applications of Nanotechnology.
The final chapter explores the Future of Food, with dedicated coverage of Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals, synthetic biology, cultured meat, personalized nutrition, and essential ethical/regulatory considerations. This book equips students for roles in research, development, quality control, and regulation within the global food industry.
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About the author
Manoj Kumar is an Assistant Professor in the Institute of Food Technology at Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, where he has dedicated over two decades to teaching, mentoring, and developing academic resources for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
He holds B.Sc. Ag & AH and M.Sc. in Food Technology from GBPUA&T, Pantnagar. He has also pursued Ph. D. programs GBPUA&T, Pantnagar, NDRI Karnal, and Bundelkhand University, Jhansi; however, due to administrative and procedural challenges, the formal degree could not be completed. Despite this, he has successfully undertaken extensive research coursework and project work in the field of probiotics and fermentation technology.
As the developer and webmaster of Institutional website (iftbu.in), he actively contributes to digital academic resources. He is currently engaged in the development of online lectures, students profile, training & placement, syllabus& curriculum etc. designing to support students of the Institution.
Mr. Kumar’s technical and IT expertise is extensive—spanning Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Front Page), graphic and multimedia editing (Adobe Photoshop, video and audio editing, animation, AI applications), Android rooting & flashing ROM, Wii Home-brew, PS4 Jail break, Web design and hosting via IIS, google sites and word press, software installation and troubleshooting, network configuration and sharing (DNS, FTP, HTTP/HTTPS, VPN, SAMBA, Plex, Remote Desktop etc.). He is also skilled in computer hardware assembly, windows installation and mainten ance, reflecting a rare combination of academic and technological proficiency.
Dedicated, innovative, and student-focused, Manoj Kumar continues to integrate research, technology, and pedagogy, exemplifying a lifelong commitment to advancing food technology education in both traditional and digital learning environments.
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