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Identification of nutritional bioactives in tropical fruit (2005–2008)

Abstract:
Information on the nutritional properties of tropical fruits is currently limited to chemical analysis of vitamins, minerals and fibre. This project aims to identify additional nutritional components within tropical fruits by assessing activities against a range of cell-based assays. Selected assays will represent cellular processes relating to e.g. lipid metabolism, cancer prevention, and antioxidant effects. Assay-based fractionation approaches will be used to identify molecular bioactives acting either alone or synergistically with other components. Results will be used in public health and/or marketing communication, and will provide targets for breeding and varietal selection programmes.
Grant type:
ARC Linkage Projects
Researchers:

  • Professor Mike Gidley

    Emeritus Professor
    Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation

  • Professor Gregory Monteith

    Associate Dean (Research)
    Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
    Professor
    School of Pharmacy
    Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences

  • Dr Ralf Dietzgen

    Honorary Associate Professor
    Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation

  • Professor Nick Shaw

    Associate Dean (Academic)
    Faculty of Medicine
    Professor
    School of Pharmacy
    Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Funded by:
Australian Research Council