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Refereed Publications

Published on Thursday, 09 June 2011 21:55
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23. Fletcher, M., M. Biglarbegian, S. Neethirajan. (2013). Intelligent System Design for Bionanorobots in Drug Delivery.

22. Kumar, A., D. Karig, R. Acharya, S. Neethirajan, P.P. Mukherjee, S. Retterer, M.J. Doktycz. Microscale confinement features can affect biofilm formation. Microfluidics and Nanofluidics (DOI 10.1007/s10404-012-1120-6). (pdf)

21. DiCicco, M., S. Neethirajan, A. Singh, S. Weese. (2012). Efficacy of clarithromycin on biofilm formation of methicillin-resistant staphylococcus pseudintermedius. BMC Veterinary Research (pdf)

20. Neethirajan, S., T. Ono, E. Masayoshi. (2012). Characterization of catalytic chemical vapor deposited SiCN thin film coatings. International Nano Letters (Pdf)

19. Neethirajan, S., K. Tsukamoto, S. Sugiyama. (2012). Ultrastructural analysis of buckwheat starch components using atomic force microscopy. Journal  of Food Science 77, N2-N7. (Pdf)

18. Neethirajan, S. (2011). 3D imaging and morphological study of the internal structure of cereal grains using X-ray micro computed tomography. (Journal of Food Engineering).

17. Neethirajan, S., A. Takahashi, T. Kobori, S. Sugiyama. (2011). Imaging Buckwheat DNA using Atomic Force Microscopy. (Microscopy Research and Technique)
16. Neethirajan, S., T. Hirose, K. Tsukamoto, J. Wakayama, H. Kanehara, S. Sugiyama. (2011). Karyotype analysis of buckwheat using atomic force microscopy. Microscopy and Microanalysis 17, 572-577. (PDF)
15. Neethirajan, S., I. Kobayashi, M. Nakajima, D. Wu, S. Nandagopal, F. Lin. (2011). Microfluidics for food, agriculture and biosystems industries. Lab on a Chip 11, 1574-1586. (PDF)
14. Ramalingam, G., S. Neethirajan, D.S. Jayas, N.D.G. White. (2010) Characterization of the influence of moisture content on the morphological features of single wheat kernels using machine vision. Applied Engineering in Agriculture 27, 403-409. (PDF)
13. Neethirajan, S., M.S. Freund, C.Shafai, D.S. Jayas, D.J. Thomson, N.D.G. White. (2010) Development of carbon dioxide sensor for grain quality monitoring. Biosystems Engineering doi:10.1016/j.biosystemseng.2010.05.002. (PDF)
12. Neethirajan, S., D.S. Jayas. (2010) Nanotechnology for food, and bioprocessing industries. Food and Bioprocess Technology [invited paper] DOI 10.1007/s11947-010-0328-2. (PDF)
11. Neethirajan, S., R. Gordon, L. Wang. (2009) Potential of silica bodies (Phytoliths) for nanotechnology [invited paper] Trends in Biotechnology 27(8): 461-467. (PDF)
10. Neethirajan, S., D.S. Jayas, S. Sadistap. (2008) Carbon dioxide (CO2) sensors for the agricultural and food industry - A Review. Food and Bioprocess Technology 2(2): 115-121. (PDF).
9. Neethirajan, S., D.J. Thomson, D.S. Jayas, N.D.G. White. (2008) Characterization of the surface morphology of durum wheat starch granules using atomic force microscopy, Microscopy Research and Technique, 71(2): 125-132.(PDF)
8. Neethirajan, S., D.S. Jayas, N.D.G. White, H. Zhang. (2008) Investigation of 3D geometry of bulk wheat and pea pores using X-ray computed tomography images, Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, 63(2): 104-111.(PDF)
7. Neethirajan, S., D.S. Jayas. (2008) Analysis of pore network in three-dimensional (3D) in grain bulk using X-ray CT images, Transport in Porous Media, 73(3): 319-332.(PDF)
6. A.R. Tahir, S. Neethirajan, D.S. Jayas, M. Shahin, S.J. Symons, N.D.G. White. (2007) Evaluation of the effect of moisture content on cereal grains by digital image analysis, Food Research International, 40(9): 1140-1145.(PDF)
5. Neethirajan, S., D.S. Jayas, C. Karunakaran. (2007) Dual energy X-ray image analysis for classifying vitreousness in durum wheat, Post Harvest Biology and Technology, 45(3): 381-384.(PDF)
4. Neethirajan, S., D.S. Jayas N.D.G. White. (2007). Detection of sprouted wheat kernels using soft X-ray image analysis, Journal of Food Engineering, 81(3): 509-513.(PDF)
3. Neethirajan, S., C. Karunakaran, D.S. Jayas, N.D.G. White. (2007). Detection techniques for stored product pests in grain, Food Control, 18(2): 157-162. (PDF)
2. Neethirajan, S., C. Karunakaran, S. Symons, D.S. Jayas. (2006) Classification of vitreousness in durum wheat using X-rays and transmitted light images, Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, 53(1): 71-78.(PDF)
1. Neethirajan, S., C. Karunakaran, D.S. Jayas, N.D.G. White. (2006) X-ray computed tomography image analysis to explain the airflow resistance differences in grain bulks, Biosystems Engineering, 94(4): 545-555.(PDF)

Patents

Published on Thursday, 09 June 2011 21:51
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Neethirajan, S., M.S. Freund, D.S. Jayas. (2011) Poly(aniline boronic acid) polymers and methods of use US2011/0056846 A1.

Book Chapters

Published on Saturday, 13 August 2011 22:37
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Neethirajan, S., D. Karig, A. Kumar, P.P. Mukherjee, S. Retterer, M. Doktycz. 2012. Biofilms in Microfluidics Devices. In Encyclopedia of Nanotechnology, ed. B. Bhushan, Springer.

Proceedings and Oral Presentations

Published on Thursday, 09 June 2011 21:58
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  1. Griffith, A., S. Neethirajan, K. Warriner. (2012). Control and prevention of biofouling in the food industry – Bionano approaches. Northeast Agricultural and Biological Engineering, and the Canadian Society for Bioengineering Conference, Orillia, Ontario, July 15-18.7.
  2. Suresh, A., S. Neethirajan. (2012). Real-time 3D visualization and quantitative analysis of internal structure of wheat kernels. Northeast Agricultural and Biological Engineering, and the Canadian Society for Bioengineering Conference, Orillia, Ontario, July 15-18.8.
  3. Fletcher, M., S. Neethirajan, M. Biglarbegian. (2012). Design of an intelligent system for drug delivery using bionanorobots. Northeast Agricultural and Biological Engineering, and the Canadian Society for Bioengineering Conference, Orillia, Ontario, July 15-18.9.
  4. Shea, L., M. Walker., S. Neethirajan, A. Singh, S. Weese. (2012). Comparison of biofilm production and multiple drug resistance in clinical isolates of MRSP and MSSP. Northeast Agricultural and Biological Engineering, and the Canadian Society for Bioengineering Conference, Orillia, Ontario, July 15-18.
  5. Devine, J., S. Neethirajan, G. Perry, P. Pauls. (2012). Comparative analysis of image acquisition techniques for biomacromolecules. Northeast Agricultural and Biological     Engineering, and the Canadian Society for Bioengineering Conference, Orillia, Ontario, July 15-18.
  6. Singh, A., M. DiCicco, S. Neethirajan, J.S. Weese. (2012). Characterization of the biofilm forming ability of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius and evaluation of the anti-biofilm effect of Clarithromycin. 6th American Society for Microbiology Conference on Biofilms, Miami, Sep 29.
  7. Singh, A., M. DiCicco, S. Neethirajan, J.S. Weese. (2012). Does clarithromycin inhibit methicillin-resistant staphylococcus pseudintermedius biofilm formation? 2012 American College of Veterinary Surgeons - Veterinary Symposium, National Harbor, Maryland, November 1.
  8. DiCicco, M., S. Neethirajan, A. Singh, J.S. Weese. (2012). In vitro activity of antimicrobials alone and in combination therapy against methicillin-resistant staphylococcus pseudintermedius biofilm formation. American Society for Agricultural and Biological Engineers International Meeting, Dallas, Texas. 9 P, July 29 - August 1.
  9. DiCicco, M., S. Neethirajan, A. Singh, J.S. Weese. (2012). Efficacy and quantification of break-point doses of clarithromycin on methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius biofilm growth. Northeast Agricultural and Biological Engineering and the Canadian Society for Bioengineering Conference, Orillia, Ontario, July 15-18.
  10. DiCicco, M., S. Neethirajan, A. Singh, J.S. Weese. (2012). A microfluidic approach to methicillin-resistant staphylococcus pseudintermedius biofilm growth and antimicrobial susceptibility analysis. 25th Annual Teaching and Learning Innovations Conference, Guelph, Ontario. May 1st.
  11. Kumar, A., D.K. Karig, S. Neethirajan, A.K. Suresh, S.T. Retterer, M.J. Doktycz. (2012). Adhesion and Formation of Biofilms in Complex Microfluidic Devices. ASME 2012 3rd Micro/Nanoscale Heat & Mass Transfer International Conference, Atlanta, USA, March 3-6. (Nominated for Best paper award)
  12. Neethirajan, S. (2012). 3D Imaging and Morphological Study of the Internal Structure of Cereal Grains Using X-ray Micro Computed Tomography. The 46th Annual Convention of Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers (ISAE) and International Symposium on Grain Storage, Pant Nagar, India February 27-29.
  13. J. Morrell-Falvey, S. Neethirajan, A.N. Edwards, B. Srijanto, R. Dar , S. Melton, D. Pelletier, S. Retterer, M.J. Doktycz. (2011) Emerging Technologies for the Functional Characterization of Isolates from Populus. 2011 Genomic Sciences Contractor-Grantee meeting/USDA-DOE Plant Feedstock Genomics for Bioenergy Awardees Meeting, Arlington, Virginia, April 10-13.
  14. J.Morrell-Falvey, S. Neethirajan, S. Melton, D.A. Pelletier, G. Betanzos, D. Weston, S.T. Retterer, M.J. Doktycz. (2011) Investigation of the Colonization of Poplar Roots by Rhizosphere-associated Bacteria using Imaging Methods. American Society for Microbiology Annual Meeting, New Orleans, Louisiana, May 20-24.
  15. Neethirajan, S., S. Retterer S, D. Allison, D. Pelletier, M.J. Doktycz, J.M. Falvey. (2011) Adhesion kinetics of Poplar-associated proteobacteria using atomic force microscopy. American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers International Meeting, Louisville, Kentucky. 10p, August 7-10.

Interviews and Popular Press

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  • March 2012. Bionanotechnology - New Frontiers. ASABE RESOURCE - Engineering and Technology for a Sustainable World *COVER ARTICLE (link) (PDF)
  • October 2011. Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory Detail Research in Science. Science Letter Oct 25, p. 886 ISSN: 1538-9111 (PDF)
  • December 2010. Solutions from the Nano Word. Visual Challenge ~ Statements Without Words. Resource Magazine - An ASABE Publication (link) (PDF)
  • November 2010. Nanotechnology Research on Buckwheat May Open Doors. Western Canada Top Crop Manager Magazine.
    http://www.topcropmanager.com/content/view/5372/
  • September 2010. Researchers from UofM Broadens Understanding of Biosystems Engineering. Biotech Business Week. (link) (PDF)
  • August 2009. Tiny Leaps for Humankind – Sensing Grain Spoilage By Top Crop Manager Magazine.
    http://www.topcropmanager.com/content/view/4787/63/
    (PDF)
  • November 2008. Nanotechnology, Can Help Farmers, Too! The Gradzette. University of Manitoba’s Magazine. Volume 25 (1): 21-22p.
    http://www.umgsa.ca/docs/Gradzette/2008_Gradzette25_1.pdf (PDF)
  • July 2007. Website Interview. Smart Nanosensors Improve Grain Quality Monitoring By EduTransfer Design Associates Inc. & Haywire Creative
    http://www.farmcentre.com/Features/ScienceInnovation/Article.aspx?id=099041ea-ea0d-48d4-ac94-df7b1846fa2f
    (PDF) 

Invited and Plenary Lectures at National and International Meetings

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Neethirajan, S. 2012. Enhancing Food Safety Using Microfluidics and Bionanotechnology. Guelph Food Research Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Guelph, May 3.

Neethirajan, S. 2012. Emerging Trends - Nanotechnology for Agriculture and Biosystems. 1st Biotechnology World Congress, Dubai, Feb 14-15.

Neethirajan, S. 2012. Confluence of Biotechnology and Nanotechnology - Applications in Agriculture, Food and Biosystems. Karunya University, India, Feb 24.

Neethirajan, S. 2011. Nanotechnology for Agricultural Engineering. Department of Nanoscience, University of Guelph, Canada, Nov 2.

Neethirajan, S. 2011. Nanotechnology for Agriculture and Biosystems. Nanotechnology Network of Ontario, McMaster University, Oct 15.

Neethirajan, S. 2010. Food Applications of Nanoscale Science - Current Scenario. Commission de l'ethique de la science et de la technologie, Quebec, QC, June 17.

Neethirajan, S. 2008. Tiny Technology, Big Results: Nanotechnology for Agriculture. Crop Life Conference, Ag-Resource  - Cargill Inc, Winnipeg, MB, April 8.

Neethirajan, S. 2007. Cross Cultural Communication Skills: Leadership Development Series, International Centre for Students, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, November 9.

Neethirajan, S. 2007. Nanotechnoloy: Prospects and Impacts in Agriculture, Food and Biosystems. Agrisuccess Forum 2008 -Farm Credit Canada, Conexus Arts Centre, Regina, SK, November 6; Abbotsford, BC, November 21; Winnipeg, MB, November 23; London, ON, November 29; Red Deer, AB, December 13.

Neethirajan, S. 2007. Convergence - Big Potential: Nanotechnology for Food, Agriculture and Biosystems Industries. Winnipeg Business of Science Symposium 2007, Manitoba, MB, October 24.

Neethirajan, S. 2007. Nanotechnology for the Agricultural, Food and Biosystems Industry. Canadian Farm Business Management Council Innovation Workshop and Annual General Meeting 2007, Ottawa, ON, May 29.

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  • Ultrastructural analysis of buckwheat starch components as revealed by atomic force microscopy
  • 3D imaging and morphological study of the internal structure of cereal grains using X-ray micro computed tomography
  • Imaging Buckwheat DNA using Atomic Force Microscopy

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