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Innovations in Agricultural and Biological Engineering
This new book, High-Pressure Processing for Next-Generation Foods: Safety, Quality, and Preservation, provides an in-depth and structured overview of high-pressure processing (HPP), from fundamental concepts and technological frameworks to advanced applications in food preservation. Responding to growing demand for safe, fresh-like, and minimally processed foods, the volume examines HPP as a versatile nonthermal technology that can enhance microbial safety and extend shelf life while helping preserve nutritional, functional, and sensory qualities. CONTENTS: About the Authors / Editors: Editors: Megh R. Goyal, PhD, PE Professor (Ret) of Agricultural and Biomedical Engineering, General Engineering Department, College of Engineering, Univ of Puerto Rico–Mayagüez; Senior Technical Editor-in-Chief in Agricultural and Biomedical Engineering, AAP Megh R. Goyal, PhD, PE, is a retired professor of agricultural and biomedical engineering in the General Engineering Department, College of Engineering, University of Puerto Rico–Mayagüez, and serves as Senior Acquisitions Editor and Senior Technical Editor-in-Chief in Agricultural and Biomedical Engineering for Apple Academic Press, Inc. During a professional career spanning more than 50 years, Dr. Goyal has made significant contributions to microirrigation, evapotranspiration, agroclimatology, and soil and water engineering. In 2005, the Puerto Rico Section of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers recognized him as the “Father of Irrigation Engineering in Puerto Rico for the Twentieth Century.” His honors include the Netafim Microirrigation Award, Lifetime Achievement Award from the VDGOOD Professional Association, and Award of Outstanding Contribution in Micro Irrigation from Tamil Nadu Agricultural University. He has authored more than 200 journal articles and 140 books and has edited numerous volumes and book series in agricultural and biological engineering. Dr. Goyal earned his BSc in engineering from Punjab Agricultural University, MSc and PhD from The Ohio State University, and Master of Divinity from Puerto Rico Evangelical Seminary. Vimal Challana, MTech Junior Research Fellow, Department of Processing and Food Engineering, College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab, India Vimal Challana, MTech, is a junior research fellow in the Department of Processing and Food Engineering, College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, India. His research interests include nonthermal food-processing technologies, sustainable food systems, food preservation and safety, and value addition of food-industry by-products. His work focuses on developing innovative and environmentally sustainable approaches to challenges in food processing and preservation. Mr. Challana has presented his research at national and international conferences and has contributed to peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and conference proceedings. His publications include one research paper, two review articles, and three book chapters. He has also gained practical experience in food literacy, texture and rheology analysis, and new product development. He worked as a content-writing intern with the Food Future Foundation, trained at the National Institute of Technology Rourkela in texture and rheology analysis, and participated in new product development at the Food Industry Business Incubation Centre at Punjab Agricultural University. A recipient of the GATE fellowship from 2021 to 2023, Mr. Challana earned his BTech in Food Technology from Punjab Agricultural University in 2021 and his MTech in Food Engineering and Technology from the Institute of Chemical Technology, Indian Oil Campus, Bhubaneswar, in 2023. |
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AAP is pleased to announce that the book The Geotourism Industry in the 21st Century: The Origin, Principles, and Futuristic Approach has been internationally recognized and included in the PITCH Horizon Europe project’s annotated bibliography (2025) as a key reference on geotourism and cultural heritage – among over 400 sources worldwide (entry No. 261).
Congratulations to Editor Bahram Nekouie Sadry, PhD, and the book’s chapter authors.
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New Series Announcement: AAP Focus on Next-Generation Biotechnology . . . Books in this new series, written by leading experts who understand how students actually learn, will offer a bold, forward-looking collection that captures the explosive evolution of biological engineering and its profound impact on humanity, our planet, and beyond. Designed from the ground up to serve both undergraduate and postgraduate students, the series strikes the perfect balance between accessibility and depth. For more information: Click here Forthcoming: Encyclopedia of Higher Education—AAP is pleased to announce the forthcoming 13-volume set. Edited by Mustafa Kayyali, PhD, this work will serve as an authoritative resource that comprehensively explores the theory, practice, evolution, and emerging directions of higher education worldwide. Bridging historical perspectives with cutting-edge developments, this encyclopedia aims to capture the complexity and richness of higher education systems, policies, practices, and philosophies across diverse global contexts. For more information, please visit: Click here New Book Series: AAP Advances in Materials, Manufacturing & Computational Intelligence Techniques plans to offer a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge research and applications in various engineering and scientific fields. This multidisciplinary series caters to a wide range of readers, from researchers and academics to industry professionals, providing in-depth knowledge and practical insights into solving complex problems. The series explores into a diverse array of topics, including advanced materials, manufacturing techniques, and computational intelligence. For more information, visit: Click here New Book Series: AAP Series on Waste Biomass Valorization will explore the transformation of biomass resources into valuable products, addressing the growing need for sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels and non-renewable resources. For more information and to propose a book, please visit: Click here Congratulations to Hafiz Ansar Rasul Suleria, PhD, for receiving the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Research from the University of Melbourne, Australia, in recognition for his exceptional performance and strong commitment to advanced research in food science. Dr. Suleria is editor of AAP’s book series Innovations in Plant Science for Better Health: From Soil to Fork. For more information, visit: Click here Congratulations to Dr. Christian Mancas. His book Conceptual Data Modeling and Database Design: A Fully Algorithmic Approach was one of the 6 Best Data Modeling ebooks for Beginners by BookAuthority, a leading site for book recommendations. For more information, visit: Click here COMMENTS FROM AAP EDITORS AND AUTHORS AAP book title: Advances in Audiology and Hearing Science (2-volume set) “I have collaborated with AAP during the process of bringing my two-volume editing work to a final publishing phase. AAP support has been truly important throughout the initial and final stages of the book. While the majority of the publishing work is done at the early stages, the final touches that include the last-minute corrections of the authors are extremely crucial to the quality the book tries to convey. The assistance of AAP during the last stages of corrections and communication with the authors was a very positive contributor to my state of mind during those stressful moments. I recommend the publishing experience with AAP to other editors of scientific material.” —Stavros Hatzopoulos, PhD, Hearing Science Laboratory, University Hospital of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy AAP book title: Nanotechnologies: The Physics of Nanomaterials (2-volume set) “I was very pleased with the interaction and support of the team at Apple Academic Press. They provided me with regular and useful information and updates throughout the publishing procedure. I am also very happy with the final product, which is of good quality. The books are now available and are professionally distributed through the various channels. I would like again to thank the team at AAP for all their hard work and support.” —David Schmool, PhD, Director, Groupe d’Etude de la Matière Condensée GEMaC, National Centre for Scientific Research, Université de Versailles/Saint-Quentin, Université Paris-Saclay,Versailles, France AAP book title: Physiology of Molluscs (2-volume set) “I have enjoyed the full benefit of support, encouragement, and kindness from the members of AAP I have had the pleasure of being associated with. In the same vein, I hope AAP was satisfied with the book series I have edited in advancing the knowledge. It has been a great journey and was a great pleasure and satisfaction. Advancing scholarship through publications is one of the best routes publishers can take, and I would hold AAP as one of the best ones.” —Saber Saleuddin, PhD, University Professor Emeritus, Department of Biology, York University in Toronto, Ontario, Canada AAP book title: Green Chemistry and Sustainable Technology: Biological, Pharmaceutical, and Macromolecular Systems “It had been my pleasure to work with the production team of Apple Academic Press for almost a decade. The best presentation of our work was due to their hard work and with careful scrutiny. I am sure that every one of them takes extra pains to publish the book nicely, maintaining the quality and timeliness. It was a rewarding experience to work with AAP. I would like to publish more with AAP on my upcoming projects in future also.” —Prof. Suresh C. Ameta, Professor of Eminence (Distinguished Professor), Faculty of Science, PAHER University, UDAIPUR, India AAP book title: New Frontiers in Nanochemistry, 3-volume set, plus many others "Publishing a book, either as author or editor, is a journey from the initial vibration to the piece of knowledge towards the present future of humanity at large. Such a journey is about climbing and tunneling, about diving and driving through, about inspiration and tuning, about hard working in every instance; and it is also about time. Very few Global Publishers have the wisdom and patience and kindness and openness to authors, contributors, and readers while being truly crafting oriented as Apple Academic; yet all is about people and their education, vision and assumed mission; the Apple Academic Team heartily succeed that in achieving the world class scholarly acclaim by the quality involvement in all chain of plus value added with each publishing event. Hearty Compliments! Excelsior Apple Academic!" —Mihai V. Putz, PhD, Dr.-Habil., MBA, Professor, Faculty of Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Laboratory of Computational and Structural Physical Chemistry for Nanosciences and QSAR, West University of Timi?oara; PI-1, Laboratory of Renewable Energies - Photovoltaics, National Research and Development Institute for Electrochemistry and Condensed Matter (INCEM), Timi?oara, Romania AAP book title: The Chemical Century: Molecular Manipulation and Its Impact on the 20th Century “All my experiences with AAP have been very positive. I entrusted AAP with the publication of The Chemical Century: Molecular Manipulation and Its Impact on the 20th Century and found the quality of the book that they produced to be excellent. My two contacts at the company were very responsive and efficient throughout the publication process.” —Richard J. Sundberg, PhD, Professor of Chemistry, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA |
