Dr Ibukunoluwa Fola Olawuyi

Dr Ibukunoluwa Fola Olawuyi

Researcher and food scientist, specializing in polysaccharide-based materials and green extraction technologies

Publications

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Journal Articles

Optimization of ultrasound-assisted enzymatic hydrolysis Zophobas morio protein and its protective effects against H2O2-induced oxidative stress in RAW264.7 cells

Published in International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2025

This study proposed and optimized a novel method for ultrasound-assisted enzymatic hydrolysis of Zophobas morio protein enhancing its antioxidant properties and protective effects against H2O2-induced oxidative stress.

Recommended citation: Ha-Seong Cho, Ju-Hwi Park, Ibukunoluwa Fola Olawuyi, Ju-Ock Nam, Won-Young Lee. (2025). " Optimization of ultrasound-assisted enzymatic hydrolysis Zophobas morio protein and its protective effects against H2O2-induced oxidative stress in RAW264.7 cells, International Journal of Biological Macromolecules." International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. 298.
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Physicochemical characteristics and anti-inflammatory properties of Zophobas morio (super mealworm) protein extracted by different methods

Published in Food Chemistry, 2025

The proposed hybrid methods are applicable for efficient extraction of Zophobas morio protein with improved biological activities.

Recommended citation: Ha-Seong Cho, Ju-Hwi Park, Ibukunoluwa Fola Olawuyi, Ju-Ock Nam, Won-Young Lee. (2025). " Physicochemical characteristics and anti-inflammatory properties of Zophobas morio (super mealworm) protein extracted by different methods." Food Chemistry. 468.
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Acidic polysaccharide from the edible insect Protaetia brevitarsis seulensis activates antiviral immunity to suppress norovirus infection

Published in Carbohydrate Polymers, 2025

Purification and structural characterization of polysaccharides from Protaetia brevitarsis seulensis larvae (PBSL) with antiviral activity against murine norovirus.

Recommended citation: Ibukunoluwa Fola Olawuyi, Eun Heo, Minju Jeong, Jae Hwan Kim, Jong-Jin Park, Jongbeom Chae, Subin Gwon, Seong Do Lee, Hunseong Kim, Oyindamola Vivian Ojulari, Young-Bo Song, Byung-Hoo Lee, Bon Bin Gu, Soo Rin Kim, Joon Ha Lee, Wonyoung Lee, Jae Sam Hwang, Ju-Ock Nam, Dongyup Hahn, Sanguine Byun. (2025). "Acidic polysaccharide from the edible insect Protaetia brevitarsis seulensis activates antiviral immunity to suppress norovirus infection." Carbohydrate Polymers. 347.
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Structural characterization and immune-enhancing properties of an acidic heteroglycan from Protaetia brevitarsis seulensis larvae

Published in Future Foods, 2024

This study investigated the immunomodulatory properties of polysaccharides isolated from Protaetia brevitarsis seulensis larvae (PBSL).

Recommended citation: Ju-Hwi Park, Jong-Jin Park, Jongbeom Chae, Seong Do Lee, Subin Gwon, Hunseong Kim, Ju Hyun Min, Young Hoon Jung, Joon Ha Lee, Wonyoung Lee, Jae Sam Hwang, Ibukunoluwa Fola Olawuyi, Ju-Ock Nam, Dongyup Hahn. (2024). "Structural characterization and immune-enhancing properties of an acidic heteroglycan from Protaetia brevitarsis seulensis larvae." Future Foods. 10.
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Pectin Hydrogels: Gel-Forming Behaviors, Mechanisms, and Food Applications

Published in Gels, 2023

The review aims to provide valuable insights into the diverse applications of pectin hydrogels in the food industry, motivating further exploration to cater to consumer demands and advance food technology.

Recommended citation: Said, Nurul Saadah, Ibukunoluwa Fola Olawuyi, and Won Young Lee. (2023). " Pectin Hydrogels: Gel-Forming Behaviors, Mechanisms, and Food Applications. " Gels. 9(9).
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Preparation and film properties of carboxymethyl cellulose from leafstalk waste of Okra: Comparative study of conventional and deep eutectic solvent pulping methods

Published in Food Hydrocolloids, 2023

Preparation and film properties of carboxymethyl cellulose from leafstalk waste of Okra: Comparative study of conventional and deep eutectic solvent pulping methods.

Recommended citation: Ibukunoluwa Fola Olawuyi, Jong Jin Park, Won Young Lee. (2023). "Preparation and film properties of carboxymethyl cellulose from leafstalk waste of Okra: Comparative study of conventional and deep eutectic solvent pulping methods." Food Hydrocolloids. 138.
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Development and Characterization of Biocomposite Films Based on Polysaccharides Derived from Okra Plant Waste for Food Packaging Application

Published in Polymers, 2022

The rheological properties of biocomposite OLP/CMC film-forming solutions were characterized using the Power-law model, and fabricated films were characterized for their potential food packaging applications.

Recommended citation: Ibukunoluwa Fola Olawuyi, Won Young Lee. (2022). " Development and Characterization of Biocomposite Films Based on Polysaccharides Derived from Okra Plant Waste for Food Packaging Application. " Polymers. 14(22).
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