EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Ms. Sheetal Narayan Mane embarked on her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering from Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth, Parbhani. She further honed her expertise by earning a Master’s degree in Agricultural Process Engineering from Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri. Her unwavering passion for innovation and knowledge advancement led her to pursue a Ph.D. in Food Engineering at the prestigious National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Sonipat, Haryana, commencing in September 2021.
PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
With an impressive career spanning over a decade, Ms. Mane has held significant roles in academia and industry. She served as an Assistant Professor in Agricultural Process Engineering at K.K. Wagh College, Nashik (2018–2021), and Dadasaheb Mokashi College, Karad (2015–2018). Her fieldwork as an Agricultural Engineer at Dilasa Janvikas Pratisthan, Aurangabad (2011–2013), enriched her practical understanding of the sector. These experiences underscore her dedication to teaching, mentoring, and fostering innovative solutions for food and agricultural systems.
CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON AGRICULTURE
Ms. Mane’s research centers on microalgae cultivation, bioactive compound extraction methods, and the optimization of processes for sustainable development. Her groundbreaking projects include:
- Completed: Studies on packaging and storage of capsicum under different storage conditions.
- Ongoing: Comparative studies on process standardization for bioactive compound extraction from microalgae using various techniques, fortification, and shelf-life studies.
Additionally, she has innovated encapsulation strategies for vitamin A fortification in the food sector and developed green technologies to produce microbial bioplastics from agricultural biowaste.
IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
Ms. Mane‘s work has had a profound impact on sustainable food systems. By exploring thermal and non-thermal extraction methods, she has contributed to enhancing the oxidative stability of oils and characterizing residual biomass for biofuel production. Her research advances the fields of food packaging, sustainable biofuel production, and eco-friendly bioplastics, bridging the gap between technology and sustainability.
ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
Ms. Mane has an impressive list of scientific publications in high-impact journals, including:
- Taylor & Francis (Critical Reviews in Food Science & Nutrition): Amelioration for oxidative stability and bioavailability of PUFA enriched microalgae oil (IF: 11.8).
- Springer (Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery): Pretreatment optimization for microalgae oil yield enhancement (IF: 4).
- Elsevier (Algal Research): Comprehensive lipid extract characterization of Chlorella vulgaris microalgae (IF: 4.6).
These publications highlight her dedication to advancing food engineering research globally.
HONORS & AWARDS
Ms. Mane has received recognition for her remarkable contributions to academia and research. As a life member of the Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers (ISAE), she actively participates in professional development and knowledge sharing. Her focus on innovative, impactful solutions makes her a strong candidate for awards such as the Best Researcher Award.
LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
Looking ahead, Ms. Mane aims to expand her research on microalgae-based solutions and sustainable food systems. She envisions a future where technology and sustainability work hand-in-hand to revolutionize the food industry, ensuring global food security and environmental harmony.
FINAL NOTE
Ms. Sheetal Narayan Mane is a shining example of dedication, innovation, and academic excellence in food engineering. Her focus on sustainable solutions aligns with global needs, and her research significantly contributes to advancing food science and engineering technologies.
NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS
Emerging encapsulation strategies for vitamin A fortification in the food sector: an overview
- Authors: Patil, R.; Singh, A.; Mane, S.; Roy, T.
- Journal: Food Science and Biotechnology
- Year: 2024
Green technologies for production of microbial bioplastics from agricultural biowaste: a review
- Authors: Kumari, P.; Mane, S.; Singh, A.; Chauhan, K.; Taneja, N.K.
- Journal: Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery
- Year: 2024
Pretreatment optimization for microalgae oil yield enhancement and residual biomass characterization for sustainable biofuel feedstock production
- Authors: Mane, S.; Singh, A.; Taneja, N.K.
- Journal: Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery
- Year: 2024
Amelioration for oxidative stability and bioavailability of N-3 PUFA enriched microalgae oil: an overview
- Authors: Mane, S.; Kumari, P.; Singh, A.; Taneja, N.K.; Chopra, R.
- Journal: Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition
- Year: 2024