Browsing Theses by Supervisor "Moresoli, Christine"
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Chitosan Edible Films Crosslinked by Citric Acid
(University of Waterloo, 2019-08-14)Chitosan offers an exciting potential as a safe, biodegradable material for niche food packaging and coating applications. Barriers to getting this crustacean-derived polysaccharide to the packaging market include poor ... -
Development and Characterization of Poly(lactic acid)/Acetylated Starch Blends
(University of Waterloo, 2018-05-01)In this study, the acetylation of starch was investigated as a means to improve its thermal processability and compatibility with poly(lactic acid) (PLA) and ultimately widen the range of potential applications for ... -
Development and Characterization of Polypropylene, Cellulose Acetate, Magnesium Hydroxide Materials
(University of Waterloo, 2019-08-19)The urgency to develop and commercialize multi-component materials containing bio-based material is growing. Such materials can reduce the widespread dependence on petroleum and at the same time can reduce pollution while ... -
Development and Characterization of Soymilk Okara Gels Modified by Citric Acid
(University of Waterloo, 2023-12-04)Okara, a valuable resource rich in fiber (53 – 58 %), protein (25 – 28 %), and lipids (9 – 11 %), also contains significant isoflavones and essential minerals, offering nutritional and health benefits. Recent research aims ... -
Dynamic modelling of cation exchange membrane chromatography for capturing Human Immunoglobulin G (IgG)
(University of Waterloo, 2016-06-23)Membrane chromatography is an emerging technology with great potential for purification of antibodies in the biotechnology industry. To ensure the effective design and development of membrane chromatography, modelling of ... -
Effect of co-ions and counter-ions on mAb capture with weak cation exchange membranes
(University of Waterloo, 2020-01-20)Cation exchange chromatography (CEX) has risen as a promising alternative to Protein-A affinity chromatography for the capture of monoclonal antibody (mAb). mAb capture with CEX works on the basis of electrostatic interactions ... -
Effect of the Chemical Treatment on the Inorganic Content of Kenaf Fibers and on the Performance of Kenaf-Polypropylene Composites
(University of Waterloo, 2018-10-05)Composites consisting of natural fibers and a polymer-based matrix have received considerable attention as an alternative to traditional mineral fibers such as glass-fiber. Composites containing natural fibers have the ... -
Environmental and Economic Implications of Small-Scale Canadian Aquaponics: A Life Cycle Study
(University of Waterloo, 2021-05-05)Agricultural production will be challenged in the near future to keep up with the rising nutritional demands of a growing global population. Additionally, climate change, through increased frequency of extreme weather ... -
Plant-Based Cheese Analogues and Value-Added, High-Fiber Soymilk Gels Containing Okara
(University of Waterloo, 2022-11-03)In this work, the potential of adding soy okara modified by heat or citric acid or their combination into soymilk to create whole soybean gels was examined. The purpose of the treatments was to improve the compatibility ... -
Uniaxial and Viscoelastic Properties of SPI and SPI-Polysaccharide Gels
(University of Waterloo, 2022-03-23)Nowadays, consumption of soy-based products is increasing due to their appealing nutritional profile, affordability, health benefits, and potential to serve as a suitable substitute for dairy-based foods. Textural property ...