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Mesfin Tsegaye Gebremikael , Merete Edelenbos & Philipp Trénel
This project builds on previous project (Biogrowth) that evaluated the efficacy of 11 commercially available plant biostimulants on table potatoes, snack carrots, and onions under both experimental and grower conditions in Denmark. The current project focus is to unlock deeper insights from the existing large dataset by applying advanced statistical methods—specifically Structural Equation Modeling (SEM)—to analyze the interdependencies and potential causal links among over 20 multivariate outcome variables related to growth, yield, and quality, both at harvest and post-harvest. Additionally, the project investigates how treatment effects vary across different environmental contexts using climate and soil variables from multiple trial locations and years.
The project is structured in three phases: advanced SEM-based analysis of trial data, preparation of a scientific publication to enhance methodological and practical understanding of biostimulant effects, and broad dissemination of findings to stakeholders through conferences, trade publications, and digital platforms.
The Project is conducted by Aarhus University, Department of Food Science, in close cooperation with the Danish Technological Institute for the implementation of the statistical analyses and broader dissemination.Description
01/06-2024 → 31/01-2026
Mario Martinez-Martinez , Bruce Hamaker , Clarissa Schwab & Martin Krøyer Rasmussen
Financing: DFF-Sapere Aude
Description
01/03-2022 → 01/03-2026
Liposomes have revolutionized a wide range of fields including food and active packaging, offering targeted and controlled release of sensitive bioactive molecules. Yet, challenges persist regarding their structural stability and efficiency. In this exploratory project, Beta-LPS aims to harness the architecture of algae bilayers to address these challenges and pave the way for the development of next-generation liposomes. Betaine lipids are components of algae membranes, providing biological bilayers with unique thermodynamics. Can Betaine Lipids Enhance the Stability of Liposomal Systems Compared to Conventional Phospholipid Membranes? “Beta-LPS” delves with the unorthodox idea that mimicking the resilient mechanisms employed by marine organisms to adapt to environmental stressors will enhance the performance of liposomal delivery systems. Beta-LPS can lead to the discovery of novel building blocks to design high-performance and robust lipid-based delivery systems, nurturing the advancement of high-end blue technology applications.Description
01/01-2025 → 31/12-2026
