About
Professional Summary
Dr. Om Prakash Chauhan is currently working as Scientist E at Defense Food Research Laboratory, Mysore, India. He obtained his Ph.D. in Food Technology from Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, India. He also worked as Lecturer at CFT, University of Allahabad, and Scientist B, C, and D at DFRL, DRDO, Mysore. Dr. Om Prakash received honors includes Bioved Fellowship Award, Dr JS Pruthi Award, Best Postharvest Technology Innovation Award, Young Scientist Award, and Technology Group Award and many others. He is member of editorial board in many journals, and referee in various national and international journals. He is member of FAD 10 (Processed Fruits and Vegetables Products) Sectional Committee, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), India, and life member of Association of Food Scientists and Technologists, India, and Nutrition Society of India, India. His area of research focuses on High Pressure Processing (HPP) of Foods, Established High Pressure Food Processing unit for the first time in India, Pulsed Electric field (PEF) Processing of Fruits, Vegetables and Milk products, Microwave Dehydration of Fruits and Vegetables: Established first Vacuum Assisted Microwave Dehydration Unit in India, Micro and Macro-climatic Modulation of storage Atmosphere for Shelf Life Extension of whole and Precut Fruits and Vegetables, Development of Functional Foods based on Fruits and Vegetables, Development of valued added products from Coconut, and Development of Value added products from Soybean. He is also member of various committees for various conferences/seminar/symposia. He also organized Training Programmes, and Refresher course in Food Technology. He also guided 12 MSc. 2 PhD and 3 B.Tech students thesis. He has published (55) articles in journals, (2) books, (11) book chapters, (2) booklet, and (8) patents, and review (14) papers, (76) oral and poster presentations in conferences, (12) presentations and (17) articles in Hindi contributed as author/co-author.
Education
Academic Background
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Ph.D.
G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, India
Food Technology | Completed: 2002
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M.Sc.
Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, India
Food Technology | Completed: 1999
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B.Sc.
University of Allahabad, Allahabad, India
Botany, Zoology, Chemistry | Completed: 1996
Publications (57)
Selected Scholarly Contributions
Trends in milk and milk products fortification with dietary fibers.
Arora, S.K., A.A. Patel and O.P. Chauhan,
Am. J. Adv. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2015
Technological and regulatory aspects in functional food development.
Lakshmi, U.E., K. Chitravathi, O.P. Chauhan and P.S. Raju,
Indian Food Ind.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2015
Coriander - a potential medicinal herb.
Nath, P., O.P. Chauhan and P.S. Raju,
Indian Food Ind.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2015
Effect of high pressure processing on the quality characteristics and shelf life of low-sodium restructured chicken nuggets.
Luckose, F., M.C. Pandey, O.P. Chauhan, S. Sultana and V. Abhishek,
J. Food Nutr. Res.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2015
Effect of high pressure processing on physico-chemical and microbial quality characteristics of chevon (capra aegagrus hircus).
Jalarama, R.K., K. Jayathilakan, O.P. Chauhan, M.C. Pandey and K. Radhakrishna,
Food Bioprocess Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2015
Effect of variable microwave power and vacuum levels during dehydration on the quality attributes of potato cubes.
Chauhan, O.P., D. Bhawya, M. Kumar, N. Roopa and P.S. Raju,
Am. J. Adv. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2015
Efficacy of aqueous ozone and chlorine in combination with passive modified atmosphere packaging on the postharvest shelf-life extension of green chillies (Capsicum annuum L.).
Chitravathi, K., O.P. Chauhan, P.S. Raju and N. Madhukar,
Food Bioprocess Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2015
Quality changes in high pressure processed ginger paste under refrigerated storage.
Unni, L.E., O.P. Chauhan and P.S. Raju,
Food Biosci.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2015
Influence of modified atmosphere packaging on shelf-life of green chillies (Capsicum annuum L.).
Chitravathi, K., O.P. Chauhan and P.S. Raju,
Food Packaging Shelf Life,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2015
Effect of high pressure processing on yield, quality and storage stability of peanut paneer.
Chauhan, O.P., S. Kumar, R. Nagraj, R. Narasimhamurthy and P.S. Raju,
Int. J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2015
Shellac and Aloe vera gel based surface coating for shelf life extension of tomatoes.
Chauhan, O.P., C. Nanjappa, N. Ashok, N. Ravi, N. Roopa and P.S. Raju,
J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2015
Exopolysaccharide producing lactic acid bacteria as novel biostabilizers for cultured dairy products.
Khurana, H.K., S.K. Kanawjia and O.P. Chauhan,
Indian Food Ind.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2014
Pulsed electric field treatment prior to freezing carrot discs significantly maintains their initial quality parameters after thawing.
Shayanfar, S., O.P. Chauhan, S. Toepfl and V. Heinz,
Int. J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2014
Effect of non-thermal hurdles in extending shelf life of cut apples.
Shayanfar, S., O.P. Chauhan, S. Toepfl and V. Heinz,
J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2014
Process optimization for osmo-dehydrated carambola (Averrhoa carambola L) slices and its storage studies.
Roopa, N., O.P. Chauhan, P.S. Raju, D.D. Gupta, R.K.R. Singh and A.S. Bawa,
J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2014
Postharvest shelf-life extension of green chillies (Capsicum annuum L.) using shellac-based edible surface coatings.
Chitravathi, K., O.P. Chauhan and P.S. Raju,
Postharvest Biol. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2014
High pressure processing of garlic paste: Effect on the quality attributes.
Unni, L.E., O.P. Chauhan and P.S. Raju,
Int. J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2014
A refreshing beverage from mature coconut water blended with lemon juice.
Chauhan, O.P., B.S. Archana, A. Singh, P.S. Raju and A.S. Bawa,
J. Food Sci. Tech.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2014
Application of novel non-thermal methods in food processing.
Lakshmi, U.E., O.P. Chauhan and P.S. Raju,
Indian Food Ind.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2013
Effect of high-pressure processing on physical, biochemical and microbiological characteristics of black tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon).
Kaur, B.P., N. Kaushik, P.S. Rao and O.P. Chauhan,
Food Bioprocess Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2013
Changes in K value, microbiological and sensory acceptability of high pressure processed Indian white prawn (Fenneropenaeus indicus).
Ginson, J., C.K. Kamalakanth, J. Bindu, R. Venkateswarlu, S. Das, O.P. Chauhan and T.S. Gopal,
Food Bioprocess Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2013
The interaction of pulsed electric fields and texturizing-antifreezing agents in quality retention of defrosted potato strips.
Shayanfar, S., O.P. Chauhan, S. Toepfl and V. Heinz,
Int. J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2013
Stabilization of ready-to-eat coconut chutney using combination processing technology.
Chauhan, O.P., B.S. Archana, N. Roopa, N. Ashok and P.S. Raju,
Indian Food Packer,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2013
Utilization of tender coconut pulp for jam making and its quality evaluation during storage.
Chauhan, O.P., B.S. Archana, A. Singh, P.S. Raju and A.S. Bawa,
Food Bioprocess Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2013
Quality characteristics and glass transition temperature of hydrocolloid Pre-treated frozen Pre-cut carrot.
Maity, T., O.P. Chauhan, A. Shah, P.S. Raju and A.S. Bawa,
Int. J. Food Prop.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2011
High pressure processing of foods: present status and future strategies.
Unni, L.E., O.P. Chauhan, P.S. Raju and A.S. Bawa,
Int. J. Food Ferment. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2011
Effect of high pressure on K-value, microbial and sensory characteristics of yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) chunks in EVOH films during chill storage.
Kamalakanth, C.K., J. Ginson, J. Bindu, R. Venkateswarlu, S. Das, O.P. Chauhan and T.K.S. Gopal,
Innov. Food Sci. Emerg. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2011
Studies on retention of antioxidant activity, phenolics and flavonoids in high pressure processed black grape juice and their modelling.
Chauhan, O.P., P.S. Raju, N. Ravi, N. Roopa and A.S. Bawa,
Int. J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2011
Effects of osmotic agents on colour, textural, structural, thermal and sensory properties of apple slices.
Chauhan, O.P., A. Singh, A. Singh, P.S. Raju and A.S. Bawa,
Int. J. Food Propert.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2011
Shellac and aloe-gel-based surface coatings for maintaining keeping quality of apple slices.
Chauhan, O.P., P.S. Raju, A. Singh and A.S. Bawa,
Food Chem.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2011
Effectiveness of ozone in combination with controlled atmosphere on quality characteristics including lignification of carrot sticks.
Chauhan, O.P., P.S. Raju, N. Ravi, A. Singh and A.S. Bawa,
J. Food Eng.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2011
Development of tender coconut water blended yoghurt using different stabilizers.
Chauhan, O.P., S. Asha, P.S. Raju and A.S. Bawa,
J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2009
Modeling of pre-treatment protocols for frozen pineapple slices.
Chauhan, O.P., S. Alok, S. Asha and P.S. Raju,
LWT J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2009
Physicochemical properties of chakiya variety of amla (Emblica officinalis) and effect of different dehydration methods on quality of powder.
Mishra, P., V. Srivastava, D. Verma, O.P. Chauhan and G.K. Rai,
Afr. J. Food Sci.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2009
Integrated agro processing and management-prospects and feasibility.
Bawa, A.S., P.S. Raju and O.P. Chauhan,
Consultancy Ahead,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2008
Development of anti-nutrients free soy beverage using microwave treated soybeans.
Chauhan, O.P. and G.S. Chauhan,
J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2008
Development of pomegranate juice blended tender coconut water beverage.
Chauhan, O.P., S. Asha, P.S. Raju and A.S. Bawa,
Cord,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2008
Pre-cut fruits and vegetables: Pre and post harvest considerations.
Chauhan, O.P., P.S. Raju and A.S. Bawa,
Fresh Produce,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2007
Aloe vera: A therapeutic and food supplement.
Chauhan, O.P., P.S. Raju, F. Khanum and A.S. Bawa,
Indian Food Ind.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2007
Status of dehydrated fruits, vegetables and allied products in India.
Bawa, A.S., O.P. Chauhan and P.S. Raju,
Indian Food Packer,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2007
Probiotic effect of Streptococcus thermophilus and Lactobacillus bulgaricus (yoghurt culture) with and without Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidum.
Chauhan, O.P. and Y. K. Jha,
Int. J. Food Sci. Technol. Nutr.,
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Om Prakash Chauhan
2007
Anti-nutrients in soybeans at different stages of soy milk production.
Chauhan, O.P. and G.S. Chauhan,
J. Food Sci. Technol.,
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Om Prakash Chauhan
2007
Development of anti-nutrients free soy beverage using germinated soybean.
Chauhan, O.P. and G.S. Chauhan,
J. Food Sci. Technol.,
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Om Prakash Chauhan
2007
Modified/controlled atmosphere storage of minimally processed mango slices (var. Arka Anmol).
Chauhan, O.P., P.S. Raju, D.K. Dasgupta, R. Shylaja, R. Sudhakar and A.S. Bawa,
Am. J. Food Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2006
Passive modified atmosphere storage of banana (cv. Cavendish) using silicone membrane.
Chauhan, O.P., P.S. Raju, D.K. Dasgupta, and A.S. Bawa,
Am. J. Food Technol.,
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Om Prakash Chauhan
2006
Synergistic effects of modified atmosphere and minimal processing on the keeping quality of pre-cut papaya (Carica papaya L.).
Chauhan, O.P., P.S. Raju, R. Shylaja, D.K. Dasgupta and A.S. Bawa,
J. Hortic. Sci. Biotechnol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2006
Modified atmospheres packaging of banana (cv. Pachbale) with ethylene, carbon dioxide and moisture scrubbers and effect on its ripening behaviour.
Chauhan, O.P., P.S. Raju, D.K. Dasgupta and A.S. Bawa,
Am. J. Food Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2006
Instrumental textural changes in banana (var. Pachbale) during ripening under active and passive modified atmosphere.
Chauhan, O.P., P.S. Raju, D.K. Dasgupta and A.S. Bawa,
Int. J. Food Properties,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2006
A study on the development of aonla blended sauce.
Chauhan, O.P., S. Srivastava, P. Pandey and G.K. Rao,
Beverage Food World,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2005
A study on the development of papaya sauce.
Chauhan, O.P. and T. Chatterjee,
Beverage Food World,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2005
Replacement of egg solids with whey protein concentrates and optimization of its levels in cake making.
Swarn, S., G.S. Chauhan, R. Raghuwamshi, P. Sharma, O.P. Chauhan and A. Bajpai,
J. Food Sci. Technol.,
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Om Prakash Chauhan
2003
Quality evaluation of curd prepared from milk-soymilk blends.
Yadav, D.N., G.S. Chauhan, O.P. Chauhan, P. Sharma and A. Bajpai,
J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2003
Microwave dehydration of soy paneer and its storage studies.
Bajpai, A., G.S. Chauhan, S. Gurumukh and O.P. Chauhan,
J. Food Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2003
Effect of varieties on the quality characteristics of roasted soybean.
Chauhan, O.P., G.S. Chauhan, P. Sharma, A. Bajpai and D.N. Yadav,
Int. J. Food Properties,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2003
Development of eggless cake doughnuts.
Kesarwani, M.K., G.S. Chauhan, Y.K. Jha, K. Agrawal, D.N. Yadav and O.P. Chauhan,
Proc. Food Ind.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2002
Varietal variability in the contents of nutrients and anti-nutrients in different parts of soybean seeds.
Chauhan, O.P., G.S. Chauhan, S. Gurumukh, B.K. Kumbhar and D.P. Mishra,
J. Rural Agric. Res.,
| Journal Article
Om Prakash Chauhan
2002
Studies on preservation of sugarcane juice.
Chauhan, O.P., S. Dheer, S.M. Tyagi and D.K. Balyan,
Int. J. Food Prop.,
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Om Prakash Chauhan
2002
