2026
Mukaila, Y.O., Pfukwa, T.M., Silué, Y. and Fawole, O.A., 2026. Unveiling the antifungal mechanisms of Helichrysum essential oils through phytochemical characterization, predictive modeling, and molecular docking. Discover Food, 6(85). https://doi.org/10.1007/s44187-026-00858-4.
Mwinga, J.L., Otang-Mbeng, W., Kubheka, B.P., Pfukwa, T.M., Fawole, O.A. and Aremu, A.O., 2026. Phytochemical characterisation and antifungal activities of five botanicals used by subsistence farmers to manage plant diseases. Scientific Reports, 16(6103). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-026-35591-6.
Chokoe, T.A., Shinga, M.H., Ndhlala, A.R. and Fawole, O.A., 2026. Opuntia ficus-indica mucilage coating enriched with Moringa oleifera waste extract enhanced postharvest preservation of banana (Musa spp) at ambient storage conditions. Discover Sustainability, 7(1), p.62. https://doi.org/10.1007/s43621-025-02397-x.
Mwelase, S., Silue, Y. and Fawole, O.A., 2026. Unveiling the Underlying Mechanisms of Chitosan-Melatonin Coating in Preserving Pomegranate Arils-Sacs Quality. Applied Food Research, p.101591, 6(1). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.afres.2025.101591.
Opara, I.K., Silue, Y., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2026. Magnitude and variations of postharvest waste in a South African fresh produce market. Discover Food, 6(24). https://doi.org/10.1007/s44187-025-00740-9.
2025
Mukaila, Y.O., Kaseke, T., and Fawole, O.A., 2025. Comparative Evaluation of Conventional and Innovative Wall Materials for Microencapsulation of Helichrysum splendidum Essential Oil. Food Biophysics, 20(75). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11483-025-10061-0.
Opara, I.K., Silue, Y., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2025. Forecasting of postharvest fresh produce waste at the wholesale level using time series models. Agriculture & Food Security, 14(1), p.24. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40066-025-00550-3.
Mbonambi, N. P., Seke, F., Mwelase, S. and Fawole, O.A., 2025. Improving Quality Management of ‘Ready-To-Eat’ Pomegranate Arils Using Aloe Ferox-Based Edible Coating Enriched With Encapsulated Raspberry Pomace. Food Science & Nutrition, 13(7), p.e70636. https://doi.org/10.1002/fsn3.70636.
Shinga, M., Silue, Y., and Fawole, O., 2025. Machine Learning-Based Prediction of Firmness in Coated Bananas Under Retail Conditions. Food Biophysics,20 (106). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11483-025-10001-y.
Ti, Y., Qin, Z., Guo, X., Wu, Z., Jiang, Q., Dong, B., Fawole, O.A., Wu, D., Chen, S., Li, W. and Chen, K., 2025. Fabrication of Dual Photodynamic Enhanced Antimicrobial CDs@ZIF-8/Polycaprolactone/Ethyl Cellulose Nanofibrous Films for Fruit Preservation. Advanced Science. p.e03567. https://doi.org/10.1002/advs.202503567.
Chokoe, T.A., Shinga, M.H., Silue, Y., Mpai, S., Fawole, O.A. and Ndhlala, A.R., 2025. Phenolic metabolite profiling of Moringa oleifera Lam waste under different drying methods and extraction solvents. South African Journal of Botany, 184, p.182-192. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sajb.2025.06.005.
Mohlamonyane, M.J., Adeyemi, J. and Fawole, O.A., 2025. Upcycling Opuntia ficus-indica Wastes as Green Mediators for Functional Nanomaterials: Metabolomic Profiling of Cladode Peel and Mucilage Residue and ZnO Nanoparticle Synthesis for Foodborne Pathogens. Materials Research Express, 12. https://doi.org/10.1088/2053-1591/ade369.
Kaseke, T., Chew, S.C., Magangana, T.P. and Fawole, O.A., 2025. Elucidating the Microencapsulation of bioactives from pomegranate fruit waste for enhanced stability, controlled release, biological activity, and application. Food and Bioprocess Technology, 18(5), p.4222-4250. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11947-024-03689-2.
Opara, I.K., Divine, D.C., Silue, Y., Opara, U.L., Okolie, J.A. and Fawole, O.A., 2025. Application of Machine Learning in Predicting Fruit Waste in a South African Fresh Produce Wholesale Market. Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, p.102062. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jafr.2025.102062.
Mbonambi, N.P., Seke, F. and Fawole, O.A., 2025. Comparative analysis of Opuntia ficus–indica mucilage and gum arabic as wall materials in anthocyanin-rich raspberry pomace microencapsulation for potential food packaging applications. Applied Food Research, p.101029. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.afres.2025.101029.
Silué, Y. and Fawole, O.A., 2025. Cluster analysis of Japanese plum cultivars for optimizing export handling conditions. Scientia Horticulturae, 346, p.114185. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scienta.2025.114185.
Makhathini, N., Kumar, N. and Fawole, O.A., 2025. Enhancing circular bioeconomy: Alginate-cellulose nanofibre films/coatings functionalized with encapsulated pomegranate peel extract for postharvest preservation of pomegranate arils. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, p.142848. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.142848.
Shinga, M.H., Fawole, O.A. and Pareek, S., 2025. Opuntia ficus-indica mucilage coating prolongs the shelf life of bananas (Musa spp.) by enhancing antioxidant activity and modulating antioxidant enzyme systems. Food Bioscience, p.106039. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fbio.2025.106039.
Ogwuegbu, M.C., Olatunde, O.C., Pfukwa, T.M., Mthiyane, D.M.N., Fawole O.A. and Onwudiwe D.C., 2025. Green synthesis, characterization and antimicrobial activity of ZnO and Co-doped ZnO nanoparticles obtained using aqueous extracts of Platycladus orientalis Discover Materials, 5, p.55. https://doi.org/10.1007/s43939-025-00230-w.
Ogwuegbu, M.C., Olatunde, O.C., Pfukwa, T.M., Mthiyane, D.M.N., Fawole, O.A. and Onwudiwe, D.C., 2025. Biofabrication of Co3O4 and Ag-doped Co3O4 nanoparticles using aqueous extracts of Celtis occidentalis leaves and their antimicrobial activity. Heliyon,e42966. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2025.e42966.
Shinga, M.H., Kaseke, T., Pfukwa, T.M. and Fawole, O.A., 2025. Optimization of glycerol and cellulose nanofiber concentrations in Opuntia ficus-indica mucilage films functionalized with pomegranate peel extract for postharvest preservation of banana. Food Packaging and Shelf Life, 47, p.101428. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101428.
Tshamisane, M., Adeyemi, J.O. and Fawole, O.A., 2025. Fabrication of active and intelligent bio-based edible films using encapsulated beetroot powders for smart packaging. Materials Advances, 6(3), p.1051-1066. https://doi.org/10.1039/D4MA00954A.
Mina, Z.P., Kaseke, T., Fadiji, T., Silue, Y. and Fawole, O.A., 2025. Combined oven/freeze drying as a cost and energy-efficient drying method for preserving quality attributes and volatile compounds of carrot slices. Frontiers in Horticulture, 3, p.1447957. https://doi.org/10.3389/fhort.2024.1447957.
Mwinga, J.L., Ndhlovu, P.T., Shelembe, B.G., Fawole, O.A., Aremu, A.O. and Otang-Mbeng, W., 2025. Phytochemical characterization and biological properties of Arctotis arctotoides (Lf) O. Hoffm related to the management of Pythium root rot disease. Journal of Natural Pesticide Research, 11, p.100105. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.napere.2024.100105.
2024
Kubáleková, J., Bajerová, P., Stará, I., Fawole, O.A. and Bajer, T., 2024. Comparative analysis of volatile profiles and antimicrobial activities of freeze-dried and oven-dried pomegranate seeds: implications for waste valorization in a circular economy. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, p.1-17. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-024-05817-6.
Opara, I.K., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2024. Evaluation of critical infrastructure and operation process of a fresh produce wholesale market in South Africa. International Journal of Postharvest Technology and Innovation, 9(3), p.257-272. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJPTI.2024.143190.
Mangope, K., Kaseke, T. and Fawole, O. A., 2024. Microencapsulation and characterization of pomegranate seed oil using gum Arabic and maltodextrin blends for functional food applications. Food Science & Nutrition, 00, p.1–16. https://doi.org/10.1002/fsn3.4493.
Leta, T.B., Adeyemi, J.O. and Fawole, O.A., 2024. Shelf-life extension of pomegranate arils using banana powder-based nanocomposite coatings functionalized with cellulose nanofiber and zinc-oxide nanoparticles. CyTA-Journal of Food, 22(1), p.2405633.https://doi.org/10.1080/19476337.2024.2405633.
Ajiboye, T.O., Ajala, O.J., Adeyemi, J.O. and Dhibar, S., 2024. Indium (III) complexes: application as organic catalyst, precursor for chalcogenides nanoparticles and starting materials in the industry. Chemical Papers, p.1-18. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11696-024-03411-8.
Saiyed, T.A., Adeyemi, J.O., Singh, M. and Onwudiwe, D.C., 2024. Antioxidant, Cytotoxicity, and Anti-inflammation Activities of Phenanthroline Adducts of Zn (II) and Ni (II) bis (N-alkyl-N-phenyldithiocarbamate). Chemistry Africa, 7(4), p.2005-2016. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42250-023-00849-3.
Mukwevho, P.L., Kaseke, T. and Fawole, O.A., 2024. Ascorbic acid-enriched cactus mucilage coatings maintained quality attributes of roasted ‘Wichita’ pecan nuts under accelerated storage conditions. Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, 18, p.101301. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jafr.2024.101301.
Silue, Y. and Fawole, O.A., 2024. Global Research Network Analysis of Edible Coatings and Films for Preserving Perishable Fruit Crops: Current Status and Future Directions. Foods, 13(15), p.2321. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods13152321.
Kubáleková, J., Bajerová, P., Stará, I., Fawole, O.A. and Bajer, T., 2024. Comparative analysis of volatile profiles and antimicrobial activities of freeze-dried and oven-dried pomegranate seeds: implications for waste valorization in a circular economy. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, p.1-17. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-024-05817-6.
Jenneker, N., Silué, Y., Julia Meitz-Hopkins, J.C., Lennox, C.L., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2024. Gum Arabic-incorporated thymol/salicylic acid composite coatings control grey mould and brown rot in ‘Angeleno’ plums. European Journal of Plant Pathology, p.1-12. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10658-024-02888-z.
Adeyemi, J.O., Ajiboye, T.O., Oyedeji, A.O., Singh, M. and Fawole, O.A., 2024. Cytotoxic evaluation of Dovyalis caffra leaf extract-mediated hematite-(Fe2O3) nanoparticles for biological applications. Nano Express, 5(3), p.035004. https://doi.org/10.1088/2632-959X/ad5d80.
Fawole, O.A., Riva, S., Silue, Y. and Opara, U.L., 2024. Evaluating commercial viability of gum Arabic-based edible coatings for enhancing shelf life of ’African Delight™’ plum under simulated packhouse conditions. South African Journal of Botany, 174, p.902-915.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sajb.2024.10.005.
Leta, T.B., Adeyemi, J.O. and Fawole, O.A., 2024. Characterization of banana powder-based film reinforced with CNF and Bio-mediated ZnO nanoparticles for potential food applications. Materials Research Express, 11(5), p.055402. https://doi.org/10.1088/2053-1591/ad43c1.
Muradoğlu, F., Güler, E., Akkuş, G., Başak, İ. and Fawole, O.A., 2024. Pomegranate’s (Punica granatum L.) fruit quality and nutrient content are influenced by soil fraction× root architecture interaction. Annals of Applied Biology, 184(3), p.288-299. https://doi.org/10.1111/aab.12889.
Mwinga, J.L., Ndhlovu, P.T., Shelembe, B.G., Fawole, O.A., Aremu, A.O. and Otang-Mbeng, W., 2024. Phytochemical characterization and biological properties of Arctotis arctotoides (Lf) O. Hoffm related to the management of Pythium root rot disease. Journal of Natural Pesticide Research, p.100105. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.napere.2024.100105.
Nxumalo, K.A., Adeyemi, J.O., Leta, T.B., Pfukwa, T.M., Okafor, S.N. and Fawole, O.A., 2024. Antifungal properties and molecular docking of ZnO NPs mediated using medicinal plant extracts. Scientific Reports, 14(1), p.18071. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-68979-3.
Nxumalo, K.A., Fawole, O.A. and Aremu, A.O., 2024. Development of Chitosan-Based Active Films with Medicinal Plant Extracts for Potential Food Packaging Applications. Processes, 12(1), p.23. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr12010023.
Ogwuegbu, M.C., Olatunde, O.C., Pfukwa, T.M., Mthiyane, D., Fawole, O.A. and Onwudiwe, D.C., 2024. Antibacterial and antifungal activities of Platycladus orientalis leaf extract-mediated Fe2O3 and Ce-doped Fe2O3 nanoparticles. Discover Applied Sciences, 6(10), p.1-16. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-024-06247-9.
Ogwuegbu, M.C., Olatunde, O.C., Pfukwa, T.M., Mthiyane, D.M., Fawole, O.A. and Onwudiwe, D.C., 2024. Green-Synthesis of CuO and Ce-Doped CuO Nanoparticles Using Aqueous Extract of Yam Peel and their Antimicrobial Properties. Hybrid Advances, p.100335. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hybadv.2024.100335.
Pfukwa, T.M., Motlhalamme, T.Y., Setati, M.E., Fawole, O.A., Manley, M., van Heerden, C.J. and Mapiye, C., 2024. Comparative transcriptomic effects of Harpephyllum caffrum extracts and sodium metabisulphite on hydrogen peroxide stressed Saccharomyces cerevisiae cells using RNA-seq. Food Bioscience, 57, p.103464. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fbio.2023.103464.
Silue, Y., Fawole, O.A., Majoni, T., Opara, U.L. and Okolie, J.A., 2024. Machine Learning-based Differentiation of Japanese Plum Cultivars Based on Metabolite Profiling. Food Biophysics, p.1-18. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11483-024-09870-6.
Zhao, Y., Wu, Z., Chen, C., Fawole, O.A., Jiang, A., Yang, X., Wang, D., Li, X., Wu, D. and Chen, K., 2024. Deacetylated konjac glucomannan films functionalised with carboxylated cellulose nanofiber and anti-browning components for fresh-cut apple preservation. Food Packaging and Shelf Life, 46, p.101389. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101389.
2023
Mkhari, T., Kaseke, T. and Fawole, O.A., 2023. Encapsulation of betalain-rich extract from beetroot postharvest waste using a binary blend of gum Arabic and maltodextrin to promote a food circular bioeconomy. Frontiers in Nutrition, 10, p.1235372. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2023.1235372.
Nxumalo, K.A., Aremu, A.O. and Fawole, O.A., 2023. Metabolite profiling, antioxidant and antibacterial properties of four medicinal plants from Eswatini and their relevance in food preservation. South African Journal of Botany, 162, p.719-729. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sajb.2023.10.008.
Sati, H., Bhardwaj, R., Fawole, O.A. and Pareek, S., 2023. Postharvest melatonin application preserves quality and imparts chilling tolerance in peaches. Journal of Food Biochemistry, 2023(1), p.8126640. https://doi.org/10.1155/2023/8126640.
Pfukwa, T.M., Chikwanha, O.C., Marais, J., Fawole, O.A., Manley, M. and Mapiye, C., 2023. Oxidative preservative and sensory effects of Harpephyllum caffrum (wild plum) peel extracts in fresh ground beef patties. Food Bioscience, 53, p.102684. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fbio.2023.102684.
Mwelase, S., Kaseke, T. and Fawole, O.A., 2023. Development and optimization of methylcellulose-based edible coating using response surface methodology for improved quality management of ready-to-eat pomegranate arils. CyTA-Journal of Food, 21(1), p.656-665. https://doi.org/10.1080/19476337.2023.2274942.
Shinga, M.H. and Fawole, O.A., 2023. Opuntia ficus indica mucilage coatings regulate cell wall softening enzymes and delay the ripening of banana fruit stored at retail conditions. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 245, p.125550. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.125550.
Makhathini, N., Kaseke, T. and Fawole, O.A., 2023. Microencapsulation of organic pomegranate peel extract for a food circular economy: Effects of wall materials on powder functional attributes, antioxidant activity and antimicrobial property against foodborne pathogens. Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, 14, p.100780. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jafr.2023.100780.
Mukwevho, P.L., Kaseke, T. and Fawole, O.A., 2023. Optimisation using response surface methodology of quality, nutritional and antioxidant attributes of ‘Wichita’ pecan nuts roasted by microwaves. Processes, 11(8), p.2503. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr11082503.
Leta, T.B., Adeyemi, J.O. and Fawole, O.A., 2023. Valorisation of pomegranate processing waste for the synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles: antioxidant and antimicrobial properties against food pathogens. Materials Research Express, 10(11), p.115401. https://doi.org/10.1088/2053-1591/ad0ac6.
Fadiji, T., Bokaba, T., Fawole, O.A. and Twinomurinzi, H., 2023. Artificial intelligence in postharvest agriculture: mapping a research agenda. Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 7, p.1226583. https://doi.org/10.3389/fsufs.2023.1226583.
2022
Nthimole, C.T., Kaseke, T. and Fawole, O.A., 2022. Micro-encapsulation and characterization of anthocyanin-rich raspberry juice powder for potential applications in the food industry. Processes, 10(5), p.1038. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr10051038.
Kawhena, T.G., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2022. Effects of gum arabic coatings enriched with lemongrass essential oil and pomegranate peel extract on quality maintenance of pomegranate whole fruit and arils. Foods, 11(4), p.593. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods11040593.
Singla, M., Pareek, S., Kumar, N., Sagar, N.A. and Fawole, O.A., 2022. Chitosan‐Cinnamon Oil Coating Maintains Quality and Extends Shelf Life of Ready‐to‐Use Pomegranate Arils under Low‐Temperature Storage. Journal of food quality, 2022(1), p.3404691. https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/3404691.
Yang, Z., Shen, C., Rao, J., Li, J., Yang, X., Zhang, H., Li, J., Fawole, O.A., Wu, D. and Chen, K., 2022. Biodegradable gelatin/pullulan aerogel modified by a green strategy: Characterization and antimicrobial activity. Food Packaging and Shelf Life, 34, p.100957. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fpsl.2022.100957.
Bhardwaj, R., Aghdam, M.S., Arnao, M.B., Brecht, J.K., Fawole, O.A. and Pareek, S., 2022. Melatonin alleviates chilling injury symptom development in mango fruit by maintaining intracellular energy and cell wall and membrane stability. Frontiers in Nutrition, 9, p.936932. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2022.936932.
Rao, J., Shen, C., Yang, Z., Fawole, O.A., Li, J., Wu, D. and Chen, K., 2022. Facile microfluidic fabrication and characterization of ethyl cellulose/PVP films with neatly arranged fibers. Carbohydrate Polymers, 292, p.119702. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2022.119702.
Nxumalo, K.A. and Fawole, O.A., 2022. Effects of chitosan coatings fused with medicinal plant extracts on postharvest quality and storage stability of purple passion fruit (Passiflora edulis var. Ester). Food Quality and Safety, 6, p.fyac016. https://doi.org/10.1093/fqsafe/fyac016.
Kawhena, T.G., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2022. Effect of gum arabic and starch-based coating and different polyliners on postharvest quality attributes of whole pomegranate fruit. Processes, 10(1), p.164. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr10010164.
Ferrara, G., Melle, A., Marcotuli, V., Botturi, D., Fawole, O.A. and Mazzeo, A., 2022. The prediction of ripening parameters in Primitivo wine grape cultivar using a portable NIR device. Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, 114, p.104836. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jfca.2022.104836.
Singh, J., Pareek, S., Maurya, V.K., Sagar, N.A., Kumar, Y., Badgujar, P.C. and Fawole, O.A., 2022. Application of Aloe vera gel coating enriched with cinnamon and rosehip oils to maintain quality and extend shelf life of pomegranate arils. Foods, 11(16), p.2497. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods11162497.
Nxumalo, K.A., Fawole, O.A. and Oluwafemi, O.S., 2022. Evaluating the efficacy of gum arabic-zinc oxide nanoparticles composite coating on shelf-life extension of mandarins (cv. kinnow). Frontiers in plant science, 13, p.953861. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpls.2022.953861.
Morodi, V., Kaseke, T. and Fawole, O.A., 2022. Impact of Gum Arabic coating pretreatment on quality attributes of oven-dried red raspberry (Rubus idaeus L.) Fruit. Processes, 10(8), p.1629. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr10081629.
Kobo, G.K., Kaseke, T. and Fawole, O.A., 2022. Micro-encapsulation of phytochemicals in passion fruit peel waste generated on an organic farm: effect of carriers on the quality of encapsulated powders and potential for value-addition. Antioxidants, 11(8), p.1579. https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox11081579.
Blanckenberg, A., Fawole, O.A. and Opara, U.L., 2022. Postharvest Losses in Quantity and Quality of Pear (Cv. Packham’s Triumph) along the Supply Chain and Associated Economic, Environmental and Resource Impacts. Sustainability, 14(2), p.603. https://doi.org/10.3390/su14020603.
Pfukwa, T.M., Pheiffer, W., Fawole, O.A., Manley, M. and Mapiye, C., 2022. Cellular antioxidant and viability efficacy of Harpephyllum caffrum peel and Syzygium guineense seed extracts. Food Bioscience, 49, p.101934. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fbio.2022.101934.
Mwelase, S., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2022. Effect of chitosan‐based melatonin composite coating on the quality of minimally processed pomegranate aril‐sacs during cold storage. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 46(12), p.e17096. https://doi.org/10.1111/jfpp.17096.
Fawole, O.A., Yanclo, L.J.A.O. and Opara, U.L., 2022. Application of intermittent warming to enhance postharvest quality and extend the shelf life of pomegranate fruit (Punica granatum). African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development, 14(6), p.1506-1519. https://hdl.handle.net/10520/ejc-aa_ajstid_v14_i6_a1506.
Kumar, Y., Tarafdar, A., Kumar, D., Saravanan, C., Badgujar, P.C., Pharande, A., Pareek, S. and Fawole, O.A., 2022. Polyphenols of edible macroalgae: Estimation of in vitro bio-accessibility and cytotoxicity, quantification by LC-MS/MS and potential utilization as an antimicrobial and functional food ingredient. Antioxidants, 11(5), p.993. https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox11050993.
Mina, Z.P., Kaseke, T., Fadiji, T. and Fawole, O.A., 2022. Effect of gum Arabic and ethanol pretreatments on drying kinetics and quality attributes of dried carrot slices. Heliyon, 8(12). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e12037.
Mwelase, S. and Fawole, O.A., 2022. Effect of chitosan-24-epibrassinolide composite coating on the quality attributes of late-harvested pomegranate fruit under simulated commercial storage conditions. Plants, 11(3), p.351. https://doi.org/10.3390/plants11030351.
Olarewaju, O.O., Magwaza, L.S., Fajinmi, O.O., Fawole, O.A., Plačková, L. and Doležal, K., 2022. Changes in cytokinins and auxins levels in the rind of ‘Nules Clementine’ mandarin as related to the fruit position on the tree and the susceptibility to non-chilling rind breakdown disorder. South African Journal of Botany, 151, p.667-674. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sajb.2022.10.046.
Magangana, T.P., Makunga, N.P., Fawole, O.A., Stander, M.A. and Opara, U.L., 2022. Antioxidant, antimicrobial, and metabolomic characterization of blanched pomegranate peel extracts: Effect of cultivar. Molecules, 27(9), p.2979. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules27092979
2021
Arendse, E., Nieuwoudt, H., Fawole, O.A. and Opara, U.L., 2021. Effect of different extraction methods on the quality and biochemical attributes of pomegranate juice and the application of Fourier transformed infrared spectroscopy in discriminating between different extraction methods. Frontiers in Plant Science, 12, p.702575. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpls.2021.702575.
Kaseke, T., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2021. Effects of enzymatic pretreatment of seeds on the physicochemical properties, bioactive compounds, and antioxidant activity of pomegranate seed oil. Molecules, 26(15), p.4575. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules26154575.
Magangana, T.P., Makunga, N.P., la Grange, C., Stander, M.A., Fawole, O.A. and Opara, U.L., 2021. Blanching pre-treatment promotes high yields, bioactive compounds, antioxidants, enzyme inactivation and antibacterial activity of ‘Wonderful’ pomegranate peel extracts at three different harvest maturities. Antioxidants, 10(7), p.1119. https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox10071119.
Bambeni, T., Tayengwa, T., Chikwanha, O.C., Manley, M., Gouws, P.A., Marais, J., Fawole, O.A. and Mapiye, C., 2021. Biopreservative efficacy of grape (Vitis vinifera) and clementine mandarin orange (Citrus reticulata) by-product extracts in raw ground beef patties. Meat Science, 181, p.108609. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.meatsci.2021.108609.
Kawhena, T.G., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2021. A comparative study of antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of plant essential oils and extracts as candidate ingredients for edible coatings to control decay in ‘Wonderful’ pomegranate. Molecules, 26(11), p.3367. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules26113367.
Opara, I.K., Fawole, O.A., Kelly, C. and Opara, U.L., 2021. Quantification of on-farm pomegranate fruit postharvest losses and waste, and implications on sustainability indicators: South African case study. Sustainability, 13(9), p.5168. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13095168.
Kaseke, T., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2021. Quality and antioxidant properties of cold-pressed oil from blanched and microwave-pretreated pomegranate seed. Foods, 10(4), p.712. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods10040712.
Kaseke, T., Fawole, O.A., Mokwena, L. and Opara, U.L., 2021. Effect of cultivar and blanching of pomegranate seeds on physicochemical properties, nutritional qualities and antioxidant capacity of extracted oil. Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization, 15, p.93-106. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11694-020-00615-w.
Opara, I.K., Fawole, O.A. and Opara, U.L., 2021. Postharvest losses of pomegranate fruit at the packhouse and implications for sustainability indicators. Sustainability, 13(9), p.5187. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13095187.
Magangana, T.P., Makunga, N.P., Amos Fawole, O. and Opara, U.L., 2021. Effect of solvent extraction and blanching pre-treatment on phytochemical, antioxidant properties, enzyme inactivation and antibacterial activities of ‘Wonderful’ pomegranate peel extracts. Processes, 9(6), p.1012. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr9061012.
Kawhena, T.G., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2021. Optimization of gum arabic and starch-based edible coatings with lemongrass oil using response surface methodology for improving postharvest quality of whole “wonderful” pomegranate fruit. Coatings, 11(4), p.442. https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings11040442.
Blanckenberg, A., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2021. Postharvest losses in quantity and quality of table grape (cv. Crimson seedless) along the supply chain and associated economic, environmental and resource impacts. Sustainability, 13(8), p.4450. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13084450.
Kaseke, T., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2021. Blending of sunflower oil with pomegranate seed oil from blanched seeds: Impact on functionality, oxidative stability, and antioxidant properties. Processes, 9(4), p.635. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr9040635.
Kumar, N., Petkoska, A.T., Al-Hilifi, S.A. and Fawole, O.A., 2021. Effect of chitosan–pullulan composite edible coating functionalized with pomegranate peel extract on the shelf life of mango (Mangifera indica). Coatings, 11(7), p.764. https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings11070764.
Kawhena, T.G., Fawole, O.A. and Opara, U.L., 2021. Application of dynamic controlled atmosphere technologies to reduce incidence of physiological disorders and maintain quality of ‘Granny Smith’ apples. Agriculture, 11(6), p.491. https://doi.org/10.3390/agriculture11060491.
Tong, R.C., Whitehead, C.S. and Fawole, O.A., 2021. Effects of conventional and bokashi hydroponics on vegetative growth, yield and quality attributes of bell peppers. Plants, 10(7), p.1281. https://doi.org/10.3390/plants10071281.
Fawole, O.A., Kaseke, T. and Opara, U.L., 2021. Pomegranate Fruit Quality and Seed Drying Method: Effect on the Chemical Composition and Bioactivities of the Extracted Oil. Processes, 10(1), p.3. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr10010003.
2020
Adetoro, A.O., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2020. Effect of hot-air and freeze-drying on the quality attributes of dried pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) arils during long-term cold storage of whole fruit. Agriculture, 10(11), p.493. https://doi.org/10.3390/agriculture10110493.
Adetoro, A.O., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2020. Effect of blanching on enzyme inactivation, physicochemical attributes and antioxidant capacity of hot-air dried pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) arils (cv. wonderful). Processes, 9(1), p.25. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr9010025.
Kawhena, T.G., Tsige, A.A., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2020. Application of gum arabic and methyl cellulose coatings enriched with thyme oil to maintain quality and extend shelf life of “acco” pomegranate arils. Plants, 9(12), p.1690. https://doi.org/10.3390/plants9121690.
Fawole, O.A., Atukuri, J., Arendse, E. and Opara, U.O., 2020. Postharvest physiological responses of pomegranate fruit (cv. Wonderful) to exogenous putrescine treatment and effects on physico-chemical and phytochemical properties. Food Science and Human Wellness, 9(2), p.146-161. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fshw.2020.02.007.
Hussein, Z., Fawole, O.A. and Opara, U.O., 2020. Effects of bruising and storage duration on physiological response and quality attributes of pomegranate fruit. Scientia Horticulturae, 267, p.109306. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scienta.2020.109306.
Kaseke, T., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2020. Effect of microwave pretreatment of seeds on the quality and antioxidant capacity of pomegranate seed oil. Foods, 9(9), p.1287. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods9091287.
Fawole, O.A., Riva, S.C. and Opara, U.L., 2020. Efficacy of edible coatings in alleviating shrivel and maintaining quality of Japanese plum (Prunus salicina Lindl.) during export and shelf life conditions. Agronomy, 10(7), p.1023. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy10071023.
Zonyane, S., Fawole, O.A., La Grange, C., Stander, M.A., Opara, U.L. and Makunga, N.P., 2020. The implication of chemotypic variation on the anti-oxidant and anti-cancer activities of Sutherlandia frutescens (L.) R. Br.(Fabaceae) from different geographic locations. Antioxidants, 9(2), p.152. https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox9020152.
Adetoro, A.O., Tsige, A.A., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2020. Mathematical modelling of blanch-assisted drying of pomegranate (Punica granatum) arils in a hot-air drier. Processes, 8(5), p.611. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr8050611.
Olarewaju, O.O., Magwaza, L.S., Fawole, O.A., Tesfay, S.Z. and Opara, U.L., 2020. Canopy position affect rind biochemical properties of ‘Marsh’ grapefruit during postharvest cold storage at non-chilling temperatures. International Journal of Fruit Science, 20(sup2), p.S894-S909. https://doi.org/10.1080/15538362.2020.1772182.
Adetoro, A.O., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2020. Effect of carrier agents on the physicochemical and technofunctional properties and antioxidant capacity of freeze-dried pomegranate juice (Punica granatum) powder. Foods, 9(10), p.1388. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods9101388.
Kaseke, T., Opara, U.L. and Fawole, O.A., 2020. Effect of blanching pomegranate seeds on physicochemical attributes, bioactive compounds and antioxidant activity of extracted oil. Molecules, 25(11), p.2554. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules25112554.
Hussein, Z., Fawole, O.A. and Opara, U.O., 2020. Bruise damage of pomegranate during long-term cold storage: Susceptibility to bruising and changes in textural properties of fruit. International Journal of Fruit Science, 20(sup2), p.S211-S230. https://doi.org/10.1080/15538362.2019.1709602.