Tropical Tuber Starches: Structural and Functional Characteristics

by S. N. Moorthy, M. S. Sajeev, R. P. K. Ambrose, R. J. Anish

Overview

This book provides comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge relating to the morphological, structural, and functional characteristics of tuber starches, particularly in relation to their applications in food and industry. In recent years there has been significant progress and extensive research conducted on tropical root starches and especially on some of the lesser known tuber crop starches. There has also been a shift towards using biomaterials in place of synthetic materials in various applications. As researchers investigate the availability of natural products with similar properties, starch has been identified as a reliable alternative to these synthetic materials.

Reflecting the growing body of research, Tropical Tuber Starches:
- Explores the structure, properties and applications of tropical root and tuber starches (cassava, sweet potato, aroids, yams and other minor tuber crops)
- Includes a chapter on the methodology for starch characterization
- Covers patents on starch-based products and the commercial potential of tropical root starches

A valuable resource for researchers and students, plant breeders, and commercial producers working with, or considering working with, tropical tuber starches.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781786394811
Publisher:	CABI
Publication date:	01/12/2021
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	6.25(w) x 9.75(h) x (d)

About the Author

S. N. Moorthy is formerly of Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, India.

M. S. Sajeev is with Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, India.

R. P. K. Ambrose teaches at Purdue University.

R. J. Anish teaches at Kerala University, India.

Table of Contents

1: General Introduction - Tropical Tuber Crops and Their Importance
2: Starch - General Considerations
3: Cassava
4: Sweet Potato
5: Aroids
6: Yams
7: Other Starches
8: Starch Modifications
9: Applications of Tuber Starches
10: Characterization and Analysis of Starches
11: Conclusions and Future Prospects