Mathematical Modelling of Food Processing

Dear Colleagues,

Modelling is an important tool for devising and improving food processing systems since it allows the generation of valuable data necessary for such activities without having to heavily rely on tedious and, in most cases, expensive experiments. This would lead in turn to the availability of higher-efficiency devices, equipment and optimal operating processing conditions. Modelling can be performed either through the use of analytical, numerical or empirical tools and can include the prediction and understanding of complex transport processes, physicochemical property changes and even oral mastication as well as gastro-intestinal digestion. Modelling is beneficial in understanding the nature of a process and determining the relevant effective and/or optimal process parameters and conditions. Simulation strategies in modelling could be beneficial in the visualization of the effects of process parameters, determination of the optimal process conditions or design parameters for the scaling-up of industrial lines, and their validation.

This Special Issue aims to serve as an outlet for high-quality, state-of-the art articles dealing with all aspects of mathematical modelling as related to foods. Potential topics include, but are not limited to, numerical methods in mathematical modelling, computational simulations, trends in modelling procedures for food processing, modelling-based optimization and design of food processing operations/systems and their validation, and life cycle analysis.

Prof. Dr. Sakamon Devahastin
Dr. Somkiat Prachayawarakorn
Guest Editors

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