Bioactive Compounds in Underutilized Fruits and Nuts

This Reference Work provides a comprehensive overview of bioactive compounds found in underutilized fruits and nuts around the world and it elucidates their pharmacological, biological and health effects. In this book, readers will learn about the potential applications of bioactive molecules presented in several underutilized fruits and nuts rich in carbohydrates, lipids, fats, proteins, polyphenols, carotenoids, vitamins, organic acids, and volatile compounds. Readers will also discover more about the nutraceutical importance of these underutilized crops, and will also find specific case studies of the therapeutic potential of undertilized fruits and nuts.

Written by highly renowned scientists of the field, this reference work appeals to a wide readership, from students and researchers to healthcare and industry professionals interested in plant biotechnology, biology, pharmacology and food engineering.

H. N. Murthy is a Professor in the Department of Botany at the Karnatak University, Dharwad, India, and his main research interests include: genetics and breeding, plant cell and organ cultures for the production of bioactive compounds, designing of bioreactors for plant cells organ cultures, biosafety of biotechnologically derived bioactive compounds, genetic diversity, conservation and utilization of neglected and underutilized fruits, vegetables and medicinal plants. With 100+ published articles and 20+ authored book chapters, he also acted as co-editor of the book ＂Production of Biomass and Bioactive Compounds Using Bioreactor Technology＂ (Springer, 2014). Throughout his career, he received several awards, including the Award for Research Publication by Vision Group on Science and Technology, Government of Karnataka (2011), the ＂DAAD Fellowship＂ by the German Academic Exchange Service (2011), and the UGC-Mid Career Award by the University Grants Commission (2018).

V. A. Bapat is an Emeritus Scientist in the Department of Biotechnology at the Shivaji University, Kolhapur, and devoted his career mainly to plant biotechnology, as seen by 150+ published articles in refereed journals and 60+ book chapters. He worked as scientific officer at the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai, (1971-2007) and from 2007 onwards has been associated with the Shivaji University, Kolhapur. In 1980-1981, he was a visiting scientist at the Max Planck institute, Koln, Germany. He is a fellow of two national science academies of India.