Dr SACHIN SANATKUMAR BHUVA

PhD

Asstt. Professor

Processing and Food Engineering

College of Agril. Engg. & Tech.

Brief Profile

Dr. S. S. Bhuva is an Indian academic and researcher specializing in agricultural and food process engineering. He serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Processing and Food Engineering at Junagadh Agricultural University (JAU) in Gujarat, India. His research primarily focuses on post-harvest technology, unit operations, and food preservation. Key areas of his work include: Microencapsulation: Utilizing methods like ultrasound-assisted microwave encapsulation to protect sensitive edible oils and fatty acids from oxidation. Drying Kinetics: Investigating thin-layer drying and mathematical modeling for agricultural produce and medicinal plants to optimize drying efficiency and retain bioactive compounds. Preservation & Storage: Studying thermal and non-thermal preservation methods, refrigeration systems, and food irradiation to extend shelf-life. Through his research and teaching, Dr. Bhuva works to advance food engineering solutions that reduce post-harvest losses and improve processing efficiency.

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