Research Focus

  1. Evaluate small molecule bioactive compounds in plant and mushroom foods as influenced by cultural methods and postharvest practices.
  • Phenolics in tea, coffee, wine, and chocolate
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  • Ergothioneine, Vitamin D2, and organic selenium compounds in mushrooms
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  • Phenolics and carotenoids in fruits and vegetables
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  • Biofortification of whole foods from plants and mushrooms with select bioactive compounds with heath benefits to consumers.
  • Evaluate the complexity of the total food matrix as it relates to bioavailability and function of bioactives in the food.
  • Evaluate the role of plant and mushroom foods in a whole food nutritional approach to promoting health.