New Energy Science and Engineering Master's Student Publishes in Food and Bioproducts Processing
2024-12-13The Research and Postgraduate Centre congratulates Koh Qi Qi, Chew Zhi Ling, Zhao Yingzhan and Asst. Prof. Dr. Kua Yin Leng from the School of New Energy Science and Engineering for their recent publication in Food and Bioproducts Processing, an SCI-indexed journal with an impact factor of 3.5.
Koh Qi Qi, the first author of the article, is a master’s student in the Department of New Energy Science and Engineering (NESE) under the supervision of Asst. Prof. Dr. Kua Yin Leng, who is also is the article’s corresponding author. This work is conducted in collaboration with Prof. Gan Suyin from the University of Nottingham Malaysia and Dr. Harrison Lau Lik Nang from Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) through a Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS) project [grant number FRGS/1/2021/TK0/XMU/02/2] and Xiamen University Malaysia Research Fund (XMUMRF) [grant number XMUMRF/2019-C3/IENG/0010].
The work, “Formulation and characterization of natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) for simultaneous phenolics and carotenes extraction from fresh oil palm leaf”, focuses on the formulation and characterization of Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents (NADES) as a green and sustainable extraction medium. The study demonstrated that NADES could effectively extract both types of compounds from fresh oil palm leaves (OPL), addressing the challenges posed by its high moisture content. Green valorization of the abundant OPL biomass highlights the practicality of the findings in offering valuable information for achieving sustainability and addressing waste disposal issues through green extraction.
The article highlights the exceptional potential of sugar-based NADES as eco-friendly extraction media. These innovative solvents are highly effective in extracting valuable phytonutrients from diverse sources, paving the way for sustainable and environmentally friendly nutrient recovery.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fbp.2024.07.023
Koh Qi Qi | "Above all, I wish to express my heartfelt appreciation to my esteemed mentor, Dr. Kua, for her unwavering support, remarkable patience, generous time investment, and insightful guidance. Equally deserving of my gratitude are my fellow co-authors, whose collaborative assistance, seamless cooperation, and watchful oversight have enriched this scholarly pursuit. The collaborative experience with them has been nothing short of luminous." |
Chew Zhi Ling | "I wish to extend my gratitude to my supervisor, Dr. Kua Yin Leng for offering me the opportunity to participate in this project. It is my pleasure to get involved in the experimental investigation and contribute as one of the co-authors. Upon the publication of this article, I hope the readers will gain valuable insights into the properties of NADES and their potential in the extraction of palm phytonutrients." |
Zhao Yingzhan | "I am very grateful for the opportunity to participate in Dr. Kua Yin Leng's project as an undergraduate student. Through this project, I learned how to conduct experiments scientifically and gained a deeper understanding of the challenges and rigor involved in experimental research. I am especially pleased that I was able to contribute my own ideas and connect them with the course content. The knowledge and experience I gained from this project will benefit me throughout my life." |
Dr. Kua Yin Leng | Dr. Kua Yin Leng is an Assistant Professor in the School of Energy and Chemical Engineering at Xiamen University Malaysia. She is currently working on palm phytonutrients, natural deep eutectic solvents, food waste valorization, hydrocolloids, oils and fats technology. |
