Projects
Integrating the processes that control cell wall biomechanics during cell growth, using CrRLK1L-regulated root hair growth as a model. University of Antwerp
ENDOPOL: endocytosis-regulated cell wall integrity sensing during polarized plant cell growth. University of Antwerp
Identification of cell wall ligands for the root hair growth regulator ERULUS. University of Antwerp
An integrated study towards understanding the functionalization, texturizing potential and storage stability of cell wall material KU Leuven
Cell walls of fruits and vegetables contain valuable polysaccharides that can be used as texturizers in the food industry. Recent work at our research group showed a novel approach for creating cell wall fractions with strong thickening properties by selectively removing specific biopolymers in combination with mechanical processing. Building further upon these highly promising results, next steps will be taken, by introducing advanced ...
Isolation of pectin from the cell wall of plant-based side streams using conventional and innovative extraction technologies KU Leuven
In the frame of circular economy and bio-based thinking, increased attention is given towards the valorization of food waste, preferably by producing new products/ingredients thereof with high added value. In this context, the doctoral project will investigate different sequences of unit operations to stabilize and disrupt plant-based biomass to have an optimal extraction yield of cell wall polysaccharides with a proper technological ...
Study of the impact of thermo-active starch-modifying enzymes and surrounding wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) cell wall and protein matrices on in vitro starch digestibility in model and bread systems KU Leuven
Starch is the main glycemic carbohydrate in human diet. High glycemic responses are an independent risk factor for developing diabetes. It is, therefore, vital to comprehend the factors that dictate starch digestion and to develop strategies to (re)formulate foods with enhanced nutritional functionality. In this context, the molecular structure of starch as well as the surrounding food matrix including the native plant cellular structure can ...
Fight against Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection with cell wall enzymes Ghent University
IWT / SB-2014 batch of IWT /
IWT/ SB / van Schie Loes / 131545 Fight against Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection with cell wall enzymes
Background The major global health threat tuberculosis is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb). Mtb has a complex cell envelope U+2013 a partially covalently linked ...
Visualization of cell walls components in creal grains using fluorescently labeled enzymes. KU Leuven
Exploring the endogenous potential of microalgae in fruit and vegetable processing KU Leuven
Microalgae are considered promising functional food ingredients due to their balanced composition, containing various (essential) nutrients as well as health-beneficial components. However, their functionality in food products might not be limited to health aspects, as microalgae could also play a structuring role in food. Microalgae are actually rich in structural biopolymers such as proteins, storage polysaccharides, and cell wall related ...