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"Each publication is a step forward in the journey of inquiry—where curiosity meets evidence, and science serves society." — Dr. Rahul Mehra
"Each publication is a step forward in the journey of inquiry—where curiosity meets evidence, and science serves society." — Dr. Rahul Mehra
Articles
Articles
Colostrum: Dairy Functional Foods
Colostrum: Dairy Functional Foods
1. Mehra R, Kumar S, Singh R, et al. (2022). Biochemical, dielectric and surface characteristics of freeze-dried bovine colostrum whey powder. Food Chemistry: X, 13, 100364. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fochx.2022.100364
1. Mehra R, Kumar S, Singh R, et al. (2022). Biochemical, dielectric and surface characteristics of freeze-dried bovine colostrum whey powder. Food Chemistry: X, 13, 100364. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fochx.2022.100364
2. Mehra R, Singh R, Nayan V, et al. (2021). Nutritional Attributes of Bovine Colostrum Components in Human Health and Disease: A Comprehensive Review. Food Bioscience, 43, 100907. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fbio.2021.100907
2. Mehra R, Singh R, Nayan V, et al. (2021). Nutritional Attributes of Bovine Colostrum Components in Human Health and Disease: A Comprehensive Review. Food Bioscience, 43, 100907. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fbio.2021.100907
3. Mehra R, Garhwal R, Sangwan K, et al. (2022). Insights into the Research Trends on Bovine Colostrum: Beneficial Health Perspectives with Special Reference to Manufacturing of Functional Foods and Feed Supplements. Nutrients, 14(3), 659. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu14030659
3. Mehra R, Garhwal R, Sangwan K, et al. (2022). Insights into the Research Trends on Bovine Colostrum: Beneficial Health Perspectives with Special Reference to Manufacturing of Functional Foods and Feed Supplements. Nutrients, 14(3), 659. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu14030659
4. Mehra R, Kumar S, Barve K, et al. (2024). Impact of colostrum-derived whey and beetroot powder on the nutritional, rheological and sensory characteristics of set-type yogurt. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 61, 354–364. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-024-06184-w
4. Mehra R, Kumar S, Barve K, et al. (2024). Impact of colostrum-derived whey and beetroot powder on the nutritional, rheological and sensory characteristics of set-type yogurt. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 61, 354–364. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-024-06184-w
5. Mehra R, Sangwan K, Garhwal R. (2021). Composition and Therapeutic Applications of Goat Milk and Colostrum. Research and Reviews: Journal of Dairy Science and Technology.
5. Mehra R, Sangwan K, Garhwal R. (2021). Composition and Therapeutic Applications of Goat Milk and Colostrum. Research and Reviews: Journal of Dairy Science and Technology.
Milk and Fermented Product Innovation
Milk and Fermented Product Innovation
6. Gumber S, Kumar S, Kaushik R, et al. (2024). Understanding consumer preferences to develop dahi using pineapple pomace powder and monk-fruit extract. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 61, 2180–2190. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-023-05919-5
6. Gumber S, Kumar S, Kaushik R, et al. (2024). Understanding consumer preferences to develop dahi using pineapple pomace powder and monk-fruit extract. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 61, 2180–2190. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-023-05919-5
7. Hassani MI, Kumar H, Kumar S, et al. (2023). Studies on the Proximate Composition of Yogurt Enriched with Pink Guava Powder. Research & Reviews: Journal of Dairy Science & Technology.
7. Hassani MI, Kumar H, Kumar S, et al. (2023). Studies on the Proximate Composition of Yogurt Enriched with Pink Guava Powder. Research & Reviews: Journal of Dairy Science & Technology.
8. Mehra R, Kumar H, Rafiq S, et al. (2022). Enhancing yogurt products’ ingredients: preservation strategies, processing conditions, analytical detection methods, and therapeutic delivery—an overview. PeerJ, 10, e14177. https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.14177
8. Mehra R, Kumar H, Rafiq S, et al. (2022). Enhancing yogurt products’ ingredients: preservation strategies, processing conditions, analytical detection methods, and therapeutic delivery—an overview. PeerJ, 10, e14177. https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.14177
Novel Beverages and Popsicles
Novel Beverages and Popsicles
9. Mehra R, Kumar H, Kumar N, et al. (2020). Red rice conjugated with barley and rhododendron extracts for new variant of beer. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 57, 4430–4438. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-020-04452-z
9. Mehra R, Kumar H, Kumar N, et al. (2020). Red rice conjugated with barley and rhododendron extracts for new variant of beer. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 57, 4430–4438. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-020-04452-z
10. Jain A, Mehra R, Garhwal R, et al. (2022). Manufacturing and characterization of whey and stevia-based popsicles enriched with concentrated beetroot juice. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 59, 3984–3993. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-022-05364-w
10. Jain A, Mehra R, Garhwal R, et al. (2022). Manufacturing and characterization of whey and stevia-based popsicles enriched with concentrated beetroot juice. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 59, 3984–3993. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-022-05364-w
Whey, Emulsions, and Protein Studies
Whey, Emulsions, and Protein Studies
11. Mehra R, Kumar H, Kumar N, et al. (2021). Whey proteins processing and emergent derivatives: An insight perspective from constituents, bioactivities, functionalities to therapeutic applications. Journal of Functional Foods, 87, 104760. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jff.2021.104760
11. Mehra R, Kumar H, Kumar N, et al. (2021). Whey proteins processing and emergent derivatives: An insight perspective from constituents, bioactivities, functionalities to therapeutic applications. Journal of Functional Foods, 87, 104760. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jff.2021.104760
12. Sangwan K, Garhwal R, Mehra R, et al. (2023). Development and characterization of W/O/W double emulsion of watermelon rind powder. LWT, 181, 114848. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lwt.2023.114848
12. Sangwan K, Garhwal R, Mehra R, et al. (2023). Development and characterization of W/O/W double emulsion of watermelon rind powder. LWT, 181, 114848. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lwt.2023.114848
13. Patil SO, Bajaj R, Mehra R, et al. (2023). Microencapsulation of Spray Dried Resveratrol Emulsion Using Sodium Caseinate–Maltodextrin Conjugate. Journal of Food Chemistry and Nanotechnology, 9(2), 90–97. https://doi.org/10.17756/jfcn.2023-144
13. Patil SO, Bajaj R, Mehra R, et al. (2023). Microencapsulation of Spray Dried Resveratrol Emulsion Using Sodium Caseinate–Maltodextrin Conjugate. Journal of Food Chemistry and Nanotechnology, 9(2), 90–97. https://doi.org/10.17756/jfcn.2023-144
Nutritional and Bioactive Reviews
Nutritional and Bioactive Reviews
14. Kumar K, Mehra R, Guiné RPF, et al. (2021). Edible Mushrooms: A Comprehensive Review on Bioactive Compounds with Health Benefits and Processing Aspects. Foods, 10(12), 2996. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods10122996
14. Kumar K, Mehra R, Guiné RPF, et al. (2021). Edible Mushrooms: A Comprehensive Review on Bioactive Compounds with Health Benefits and Processing Aspects. Foods, 10(12), 2996. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods10122996
15. Chauhan S, Powar P, Mehra R. (2021). A review on nutritional advantages and nutraceutical properties of cow and goat milk. International Journal of Applied Research, 7(6), 1–4.
15. Chauhan S, Powar P, Mehra R. (2021). A review on nutritional advantages and nutraceutical properties of cow and goat milk. International Journal of Applied Research, 7(6), 1–4.
16. Rudra A, Arvind I, Mehra R. (2021). Polyphenols: Types, sources and therapeutic applications. International Journal of Home Science, 7(1), 345–349.
16. Rudra A, Arvind I, Mehra R. (2021). Polyphenols: Types, sources and therapeutic applications. International Journal of Home Science, 7(1), 345–349.
17. Baniwal P, Mehra R, Kumar N, et al. (2021). Cereals: Functional constituents and its health benefits. Pharma Innovation, 10(12), 54–59.
17. Baniwal P, Mehra R, Kumar N, et al. (2021). Cereals: Functional constituents and its health benefits. Pharma Innovation, 10(12), 54–59.
Millets, Quinoa : Agri-food Innovations
Millets, Quinoa : Agri-food Innovations
18. Kumar A, Pramanik J, Jangra A, et al. (2024). Nourishment beyond grains: unveiling the multifaceted contributions of millets to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Zeitschrift für Naturforschung C, 79(3–4), 61–75.
18. Kumar A, Pramanik J, Jangra A, et al. (2024). Nourishment beyond grains: unveiling the multifaceted contributions of millets to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Zeitschrift für Naturforschung C, 79(3–4), 61–75.
19. Jangra A, Kumar V, Kumar S, et al. (2025). Unraveling the Role of Quinoa in Managing Metabolic Disorders: A Comprehensive Review. Current Nutrition Reports, 14, 142–156.
19. Jangra A, Kumar V, Kumar S, et al. (2025). Unraveling the Role of Quinoa in Managing Metabolic Disorders: A Comprehensive Review. Current Nutrition Reports, 14, 142–156.
20. Gaur M, Yadav S, Soni A, et al. (2025). Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa Willd): nutritional profile, health benefits, and sustainability considerations. Discover Food, 2, 100034. https://doi.org/10.1007/s44187-025-00470-y
20. Gaur M, Yadav S, Soni A, et al. (2025). Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa Willd): nutritional profile, health benefits, and sustainability considerations. Discover Food, 2, 100034. https://doi.org/10.1007/s44187-025-00470-y
21. Pandey AK, Thakur S, Mehra R, et al. (2025). Transforming Agri‑food waste: Innovative pathways toward a zero‑waste circular economy. Food Chemistry: X, 17, 102604. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fochx.2025.102604
21. Pandey AK, Thakur S, Mehra R, et al. (2025). Transforming Agri‑food waste: Innovative pathways toward a zero‑waste circular economy. Food Chemistry: X, 17, 102604. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fochx.2025.102604
Analytical Techniques: Nanotechnology
Analytical Techniques: Nanotechnology
22. Singh R, Kumar N, Mehra R, et al. (2022). Colorimetric assay for visual determination of imidacloprid in water and fruit samples using asparagine modified gold nanoparticles. Journal of the Iranian Chemical Society, 19, 1537–1545. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13738-021-02334-5
22. Singh R, Kumar N, Mehra R, et al. (2022). Colorimetric assay for visual determination of imidacloprid in water and fruit samples using asparagine modified gold nanoparticles. Journal of the Iranian Chemical Society, 19, 1537–1545. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13738-021-02334-5
23. Singh R, Kumar N, Mehra R, et al. (2020). Progress and challenges in the detection of residual pesticides using nanotechnology based colorimetric techniques. Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry, 28, e00086. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.teac.2020.e00086
23. Singh R, Kumar N, Mehra R, et al. (2020). Progress and challenges in the detection of residual pesticides using nanotechnology based colorimetric techniques. Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry, 28, e00086. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.teac.2020.e00086
24. Singh R, Mehra R, Walia A, et al. (2021). Colorimetric sensing approaches based on silver nanoparticles aggregation for determination of toxic metal ions in water sample: a review. International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, 101(17), 4083–4101. https://doi.org/10.1080/03067319.2021.1873315
24. Singh R, Mehra R, Walia A, et al. (2021). Colorimetric sensing approaches based on silver nanoparticles aggregation for determination of toxic metal ions in water sample: a review. International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, 101(17), 4083–4101. https://doi.org/10.1080/03067319.2021.1873315
25. Kaushik R, Khanna P, Mehra R, et al. (2023). Determination of heavy metals in vended Indian street foods: Application of advanced multivariate analysis. Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, 118, 105592. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jfca.2023.105592
25. Kaushik R, Khanna P, Mehra R, et al. (2023). Determination of heavy metals in vended Indian street foods: Application of advanced multivariate analysis. Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, 118, 105592. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jfca.2023.105592
Functional Ingredients and By-products
Functional Ingredients and By-products
26. Rafiq S, Sofi SA, Kumar H, et al. (2021). Physicochemical, antioxidant, and polyphenolic attributes of microencapsulated freeze‐dried kinnow peel extract powder using maltodextrin as wall material. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 45(5), e16177. https://doi.org/10.1111/jfpp.16177
26. Rafiq S, Sofi SA, Kumar H, et al. (2021). Physicochemical, antioxidant, and polyphenolic attributes of microencapsulated freeze‐dried kinnow peel extract powder using maltodextrin as wall material. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 45(5), e16177. https://doi.org/10.1111/jfpp.16177
27. Kaushik R, Kumar S, Thussu S, et al. (2023). Effect of substitution of wheat with Fagopyrum esculentum flour and Moringa oleifera leaf powder on the nutritional and sensory characteristics of cookies. Journal of Applied Biology and Biotechnology, 11(3), 45–52. http://doi.org/10.7324/JABB.2023.110079
27. Kaushik R, Kumar S, Thussu S, et al. (2023). Effect of substitution of wheat with Fagopyrum esculentum flour and Moringa oleifera leaf powder on the nutritional and sensory characteristics of cookies. Journal of Applied Biology and Biotechnology, 11(3), 45–52. http://doi.org/10.7324/JABB.2023.110079
28. Dogra T, Mehra R, Kumar H, et al. (2021). Probiotic potential of lactic acid bacteria isolated from traditional fermented food “maleda” of northern Indian state. Annals of Food Science and Technology, 22(2), 57–64.
28. Dogra T, Mehra R, Kumar H, et al. (2021). Probiotic potential of lactic acid bacteria isolated from traditional fermented food “maleda” of northern Indian state. Annals of Food Science and Technology, 22(2), 57–64.
Donkey Milk and Watermelon Research
Donkey Milk and Watermelon Research
29. Garhwal R, Bhardwaj A, Sangwan K, et al. (2023). Milk from Halari Donkey Breed: Nutritional Analysis, Vitamins, Minerals, and Amino Acids Profiling. Foods, 12(4), 853. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods12040853
29. Garhwal R, Bhardwaj A, Sangwan K, et al. (2023). Milk from Halari Donkey Breed: Nutritional Analysis, Vitamins, Minerals, and Amino Acids Profiling. Foods, 12(4), 853. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods12040853
30. Garhwal R, Sangwan K, Mehra R, et al. (2022). A Systematic Review of the Bioactive Components, Nutritional Qualities and Potential Therapeutic Applications of Donkey Milk. Journal of Equine Veterinary Science, 114, 104006. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jevs.2022.104006
30. Garhwal R, Sangwan K, Mehra R, et al. (2022). A Systematic Review of the Bioactive Components, Nutritional Qualities and Potential Therapeutic Applications of Donkey Milk. Journal of Equine Veterinary Science, 114, 104006. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jevs.2022.104006
31. Garhwal R, Sangwan K, Mehra R, et al. (2023). Comparative metabolomics analysis of Halari donkey colostrum and mature milk throughout lactation stages using 1H Nuclear Magnetic Resonance. LWT, 181, 114805. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lwt.2023.114805
31. Garhwal R, Sangwan K, Mehra R, et al. (2023). Comparative metabolomics analysis of Halari donkey colostrum and mature milk throughout lactation stages using 1H Nuclear Magnetic Resonance. LWT, 181, 114805. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lwt.2023.114805
32. Sangwan K, Garhwal R, Sorout S, et al. (2024). Physico-chemical, Functional, Thermal, Dielectric and Surface Characteristics of Freeze-dried Watermelon Rind Powder. (Journal name pending – In Press)
32. Sangwan K, Garhwal R, Sorout S, et al. (2024). Physico-chemical, Functional, Thermal, Dielectric and Surface Characteristics of Freeze-dried Watermelon Rind Powder. (Journal name pending – In Press)
Therapeutic Foods and Bioactives
Therapeutic Foods and Bioactives
33. Kashyap P, Kumar S, Riar CS, et al. (2022). Recent Advances in Drumstick (Moringa oleifera) Leaves Bioactive Compounds: Composition, Health Benefits, Bioaccessibility, and Dietary Applications. Antioxidants, 11(2), 402. https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox11020402
33. Kashyap P, Kumar S, Riar CS, et al. (2022). Recent Advances in Drumstick (Moringa oleifera) Leaves Bioactive Compounds: Composition, Health Benefits, Bioaccessibility, and Dietary Applications. Antioxidants, 11(2), 402. https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox11020402
34. Kumar A, Bawa Y, Pramanik J, et al. (2025). Unveiling the Role and Mechanism of Mycoprotein for Reducing Cardiovascular Risk. Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, (In press, available online May 13, 2025).
34. Kumar A, Bawa Y, Pramanik J, et al. (2025). Unveiling the Role and Mechanism of Mycoprotein for Reducing Cardiovascular Risk. Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, (In press, available online May 13, 2025).
35. Kumar A, Shah NN, Chorawala MR, et al. (2025). Exploring the Molecular Pathways Underlying the Anti‑Diabetic Effects of Millets. Food Safety and Health, (In press).
35. Kumar A, Shah NN, Chorawala MR, et al. (2025). Exploring the Molecular Pathways Underlying the Anti‑Diabetic Effects of Millets. Food Safety and Health, (In press).
Global Health and Demographics
Global Health and Demographics
36. Rios-Blancas P, Pando-Robles V, Razo R, et al. (2023). Estimating mortality and disability in Peru before the COVID-19 pandemic: a systematic analysis from the Global Burden of the Disease Study 2019. Frontiers in Public Health, 11, 1189861. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2023.1189861
36. Rios-Blancas P, Pando-Robles V, Razo R, et al. (2023). Estimating mortality and disability in Peru before the COVID-19 pandemic: a systematic analysis from the Global Burden of the Disease Study 2019. Frontiers in Public Health, 11, 1189861. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2023.1189861
37. Schumacher AE, Kyu HH, Aali A, et al. (2024). Global age-sex-specific mortality, life expectancy, and population estimates in 204 countries and territories and 811 subnational locations, 1950–2021, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic: a comprehensive demographic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021. The Lancet, 403(10429), 1531–1593. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(24)00476-8
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38. Bhattacharjee NV, Schumacher AE, Aali A, et al. (2024). Global fertility in 204 countries and territories, 1950–2021, with forecasts to 2100: a comprehensive demographic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021. The Lancet, 403(10430), 1673–1702. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(24)00550-6
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39. Naghavi M, Ong KL, Aali A, et al. (2024). Global burden of 288 causes of death and life expectancy decomposition in 204 countries and territories and 811 subnational locations, 1990–2021: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021. The Lancet, 403(10428), 1392–1457. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(24)00367-2
39. Naghavi M, Ong KL, Aali A, et al. (2024). Global burden of 288 causes of death and life expectancy decomposition in 204 countries and territories and 811 subnational locations, 1990–2021: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021. The Lancet, 403(10428), 1392–1457. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(24)00367-2
40. Schumacher AE, Kyu HH, Aali A, et al. (2024). Global fertility in 204 countries and territories, 1950–2021, with forecasts to 2100: A comprehensive demographic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021. The Lancet, 403(10430), 1673–1702. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(24)00550-6
40. Schumacher AE, Kyu HH, Aali A, et al. (2024). Global fertility in 204 countries and territories, 1950–2021, with forecasts to 2100: A comprehensive demographic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021. The Lancet, 403(10430), 1673–1702. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(24)00550-6
41. Naghavi M, Ong KL, Aali A, et al. (2024). Global burden of 288 causes of death and life expectancy decomposition in 204 countries and territories and 811 subnational locations, 1990–2021: A systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021. The Lancet, 403(10428), 1392–1457. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(24)00367-2
41. Naghavi M, Ong KL, Aali A, et al. (2024). Global burden of 288 causes of death and life expectancy decomposition in 204 countries and territories and 811 subnational locations, 1990–2021: A systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021. The Lancet, 403(10428), 1392–1457. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(24)00367-2
42. Pandey AK, Thakur S, Mehra R, et al. (2025). Transforming agri–food waste: Innovative pathways toward a zero–waste circular economy. Food Chemistry: X, 17, 102604. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fochx.2025.102604
42. Pandey AK, Thakur S, Mehra R, et al. (2025). Transforming agri–food waste: Innovative pathways toward a zero–waste circular economy. Food Chemistry: X, 17, 102604. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fochx.2025.102604
43. Kumar A, Bawa Y, Pramanik J, et al. (2025). Unveiling the Role and Mechanism of Mycoprotein for Reducing Cardiovascular Risk. Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology. Advance online publication (May 13, 2025).
43. Kumar A, Bawa Y, Pramanik J, et al. (2025). Unveiling the Role and Mechanism of Mycoprotein for Reducing Cardiovascular Risk. Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology. Advance online publication (May 13, 2025).
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