Research program
Most research programs are based on biochemical/food engineering and/or transport phenomena.

(1) Engineering analysis of chromatography and related methods for bioseparation
      Linear gradient elution ion exchange chromatography for very fine separation of proteins
      Expanded bed chromatography for efficient capture of proteins
      Diffusion and convection in pores of chromatography packing materials

(2) Molecular recognition in chromatography
     Interaction between proteins and ligands
     Interaction between microorganisms and ligands
     Effects of molecular recognition on transport properties such as diffusion

(3) Chromatography-based immuno biosensor
     Micro-size exclusion chromatography
     Protein A chromatography

(4) Drying of foods and pharmaceuticals
    Water diffusion in concentrated and gelled sugars or proteins
    Water sorption in concentrated and gelled sugars or proteins
    Stability of proteins and enzymes during drying and after drying
    Retention of flavor/aroma components during drying
    Production of porous foods by drying

(5) Stabilization of proteins by dehydration
      Immunomethods

(6) Efficient drying process for drying of food wastes
     Biomass energy  and bioplastics

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