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Griffiths Gregory Atungulu
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Professor
Also affiliated: Agricultural Research Service (2012); Kyushu University (2007–2009); Nanjing University of Finance and Economics (2017); Iwate University (2003–2006); Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (2006–2008); University of Arkansas System (2021–2026); University of California System (2010–2012); Western Regional Research Center (2010–2012); University of California, Davis (2009–2014)
Food Science
30 h-index
230 pubs
3,589 cited
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Biomedical Subjects
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Biography and Research Information
OverviewAI-generated summary
Griffiths Gregory Atungulu is a Professor in Food Science at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, with a research focus that spans food processing, quality, and the recovery of valuable compounds from agricultural byproducts. His work investigates methods such as ultrasound-assisted extraction and infrared heating for improving food properties and extracting antioxidants. He has studied the disinfection efficacy of electrolyzed water on produce and the effects of ultrasonic treatment on rice quality. Atungulu also explores the metabolic fate of peptides derived from plant proteins and their potential health benefits, including the inhibition of apoptosis under oxidative stress.
With a substantial publication record, evidenced by 230 total publications and an h-index of 30, Atungulu is recognized as a highly cited researcher. His collaborations include extensive work with Kaushik Luthra, Evans Ameyaw Owusu, Navam Hettiarachchy, and Sammy Sadaka, all from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. His active lab website provides further insight into his ongoing research endeavors. Atungulu's recent activity indicates continued engagement in research, with his most recent publication dating to 2026.
Metrics
- h-index: 30
- Publications: 230
- Citations: 3,589
Positions
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Professor 2013–presentUniversity of Arkansas FDSC ORCID
Selected Publications
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Performance Assessment of Fluidized Bed Drying System for Enhancing Drying Efficiency and Quality of Parboiled Rice (2026)
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Effects of Nitrogen Application Rates on the Physicochemical Properties of Modern Rice Cultivars: A Comprehensive Study (2025)
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Unveiling Cultivar and Agricultural Factors Influencing Extract Yield from Milled Rice (2025)
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Optimizing lab methods for consistent rice milling analysis (2024)
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Investigating the Malting Suitability and Brewing Quality of Different Rice Cultivars (2024)
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Investigating the Malting Suitability and Brewing Quality of Different Rice Cultivars (2023)
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Effects of polyphenol-rich grape seed and green tea extracts on the physicochemical properties of 3D-printed edible soy protein films (2023)
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Cooked rice safety: A review of status and potential of radiative pasteurization (2023)
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Effects of Polyphenol-Rich Grape Seed and Green Tea Extracts on the Physicochemical Properties of 3d-Printed Edible Soy Protein Films (2023)
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Influence of cooking and texture attributes of far infrared radiated Japonica rice during storage (2023)
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Impacts of industrial microwave and infrared drying approaches on hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) quality and chemical components (2022)
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Physical and textural properties of functional edible protein films from soybean using an innovative 3D printing technology (2022)
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Fungi and Mycotoxin in Rice: Concerns, Causes, and Prevention Strategies (2022)
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Impacts of selected infrared wavelength treatments on the pasting properties and discoloration of Rice (2022)
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Uncooked rice consumption: Causes, implications, regulation, and interventions (2022)
Collaboration Network
Top Collaborators
Kaushik Luthra
University of Arkansas System
10 shared publications
In database
- Effects of polyphenol-rich grape seed and green tea extracts on the physicochemical properties of 3D-printed edible soy protein films
- Physical and textural properties of functional edible protein films from soybean using an innovative 3D printing technology
- Investigating the Malting Suitability and Brewing Quality of Different Rice Cultivars
- Effects of Nitrogen Application Rates on the Physicochemical Properties of Modern Rice Cultivars: A Comprehensive Study
- Cooked rice safety: A review of status and potential of radiative pasteurization
Showing 5 of 10 shared publications
Shantae A. Wilson
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville (US)
9 shared publications
- Radiant heat treatments for corn drying and decontamination
- Mycotoxin Issues in Pet Food
- The effects of infrared treatment on physicochemical characteristics of vegetable soybean
- Impacts of broadband and selected infrared wavelength treatments on inactivation of microbes on rough rice
- Decontamination of mycotoxigenic fungi on shelled corn using selective infrared heating technique
Showing 5 of 9 shared publications
Abass A. Oduola
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville (US)
8 shared publications
- Impacts of broadband and selected infrared wavelength treatments on inactivation of microbes on rough rice
- Decontamination of mycotoxigenic fungi on shelled corn using selective infrared heating technique
- Impacts of industrial microwave and infrared drying approaches on hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) quality and chemical components
- Inactivation of aflatoxin producing molds by selected and broadband infrared wavelength treatments, and the effects of the treatments on rice milling quality
- Growth and Aflatoxin B1 biosynthesis rate of model Aspergillus flavus NRRL 3357 exposed to selected infrared wavelengths
Showing 5 of 8 shared publications
Gbenga Olatunde
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville (US)
6 shared publications
- Radiant heat treatments for corn drying and decontamination
- Assessment of new in-bin drying and storage technology for soybean seed
- Infrared Drying Characteristics of Long‐Grain Hybrid, Long‐Grain Pureline, and Medium‐Grain Rice Cultivars
- Engineering methods to reduce aflatoxin contamination of corn in on-farm bin drying and storage systems
- Quality, Decontamination, and Energy Use Considerations During Radiant‐Heat and Tempering Treatments of Shelled Corn
Showing 5 of 6 shared publications
Zeinab Mohammadi Shad
Iowa State University (US)
5 shared publications
- Impacts of broadband and selected infrared wavelength treatments on inactivation of microbes on rough rice
- Decontamination of mycotoxigenic fungi on shelled corn using selective infrared heating technique
- Biochemical changes associated with electron beam irradiation of rice and links to kernel discoloration during storage
- New infrared heat treatment approaches to dry and combat fungal contamination of shelled corn
- Fungi and Mycotoxin in Rice: Concerns, Causes, and Prevention Strategies
Zhongli Pan
Agricultural Research Service (US)
4 shared publications
- A pilot scale electrical infrared dry-peeling system for tomatoes: Design and performance evaluation
- Rice industrial processing worldwide and impact on macro‐ and micronutrient content, stability, and retention
- Infrared Heating
- Characterization and Multivariate Analysis of Physical Properties of Processing Peaches
Rebecca M. Bruce
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville (US)
4 shared publications
- Impacts of industrial microwave and infrared drying approaches on hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) quality and chemical components
- New infrared heat treatment approaches to dry and combat fungal contamination of shelled corn
- Cooked rice safety: A review of status and potential of radiative pasteurization
- Uncooked rice consumption: Causes, implications, regulation, and interventions
NAVAM S. HETTIARACHCHY
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
4 shared publications
In database
- Effects of polyphenol-rich grape seed and green tea extracts on the physicochemical properties of 3D-printed edible soy protein films
- Strategies to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance from Farm to Table
- Physical and textural properties of functional edible protein films from soybean using an innovative 3D printing technology
- Effects of Polyphenol-Rich Grape Seed and Green Tea Extracts on the Physicochemical Properties of 3d-Printed Edible Soy Protein Films
Zeinab Mohammadi-Shad
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville (US)
3 shared publications
- Mycotoxin Issues in Pet Food
- Reference on Mycotoxins Occurrence, Prevalence, and Risk Assessment in Food Systems
- Impact of Selected Infrared Wavelengths on Inactivation of Microbes on Rough Rice
Soraya Shafiekhani
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville (US)
3 shared publications
- Impacts of industrial microwave and infrared drying approaches on hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) quality and chemical components
- New infrared heat treatment approaches to dry and combat fungal contamination of shelled corn
- Reference on Rice Quality and Safety
Ali Ubeyitogullari
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
3 shared publications
In database
- Effects of polyphenol-rich grape seed and green tea extracts on the physicochemical properties of 3D-printed edible soy protein films
- Physical and textural properties of functional edible protein films from soybean using an innovative 3D printing technology
- Effects of Polyphenol-Rich Grape Seed and Green Tea Extracts on the Physicochemical Properties of 3d-Printed Edible Soy Protein Films
Shannon R. M. Pinson
Agricultural Research Service (US)
3 shared publications
- Investigating the Malting Suitability and Brewing Quality of Different Rice Cultivars
- Investigating the Malting Suitability and Brewing Quality of Different Rice Cultivars
- Unveiling Cultivar and Agricultural Factors Influencing Extract Yield from Milled Rice
Scott Lafontaine
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
3 shared publications
In database
- Investigating the Malting Suitability and Brewing Quality of Different Rice Cultivars
- Investigating the Malting Suitability and Brewing Quality of Different Rice Cultivars
- Unveiling Cultivar and Agricultural Factors Influencing Extract Yield from Milled Rice
Ragab Khir
Suez Canal University (EG)
2 shared publications
- Ultrasonic Treatment Effect on Enzymolysis Kinetics and Activities of ACE-Inhibitory Peptides from Oat-Isolated Protein
- A pilot scale electrical infrared dry-peeling system for tomatoes: Design and performance evaluation
Tara H. McHugh
Agricultural Research Service (US)
2 shared publications
- A pilot scale electrical infrared dry-peeling system for tomatoes: Design and performance evaluation
- Characterization and Multivariate Analysis of Physical Properties of Processing Peaches
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