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Lingyun Chen

ResearcherAgricultural, Food and Nutritional ScienceUniversity of Alberta

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Lingyun Chen

Researcher

Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science

Natural Sciences

University of Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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Has led research grants, which requires an independent research appointment. Ask their department whether they supervise graduate students.
50 publications in the last five years, latest in 2026.
Senior (last) author on 17 recent papers, a sign of leading a research group.
Principal investigator on 14 research grants (14 NSERC), most recently in 2024.

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Research

food microencapsulation polysaccharide protein cbd oil cosmetics food applications Plant protein structure-function properties

Latest papers

Polarity-dependent interactions and structural organization in konjac glucomannan blends with pectin, carboxymethyl cellulose and ethyl cellulose.
International journal of biological macromolecules · 2026
Correction: Martínez-Cisterna et al. Chitosan-Coated Silver Nanocomposites: Biosynthesis, Mechanical Properties, and Ag+ Release in Liquid and Film Forms. Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2025, 26, 4130.
International journal of molecular sciences · 2026
Ultrafiltration of einkorn protein hydrolysates enhances antioxidant and techno-functional properties.
International journal of biological macromolecules · 2026 · senior author

All 109 publications

Latest funding

Study the plant protein and polysaccharide phase separation to form aqueous two-phase systems and w/w emulsions
NSERC · 2024 · Principal investigator
$62,000
Development of a CBD microencapsulation system for food and cosmetic application
NSERC · 2024 · Principal investigator
$30,400
Biodegradable and Stretchable Power Sources for Transient Implants
SSHRC · 2020 · Co-investigator
$250,000

All 17 grants and awards

109 publications.

Polarity-dependent interactions and structural organization in konjac glucomannan blends with pectin, carboxymethyl cellulose and ethyl cellulose.

Zhang Q, Yuan S, Yang J, Sun S, Li C, Chen L, Jiang F

International journal of biological macromolecules2026

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.154306 PMID: 42680027

Correction: Martínez-Cisterna et al. Chitosan-Coated Silver Nanocomposites: Biosynthesis, Mechanical Properties, and Ag+ Release in Liquid and Film Forms. Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2025, 26, 4130.

Martínez-Cisterna D, Chen L, Bardehle L, Hermosilla E, Tortella G, Chacón-Fuentes M, Rubilar O

International journal of molecular sciences2026

DOI: 10.3390/ijms27167326 PMID: 42653508

Ultrafiltration of einkorn protein hydrolysates enhances antioxidant and techno-functional properties.

Akçay FA, Avcı A, Chen L

International journal of biological macromolecules2026Senior author

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.152758 PMID: 42219093

Bioavailability, physicochemical, and structural characteristics of antioxidant peptides from co-fermentation of double-low rapeseed meal with screened Bacillus licheniformis WY475 and Lactobacillus plantarum WY12.

Wang Y, Zhang X, Pan X, Cao K, Ren J, Chen L

Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.)2026Senior author

DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2026.118850 PMID: 41942179

Review of Cinnamomum camphora Seed Kernel Oil: Extraction, Composition, Health Benefits, Safety, and Food Applications.

Yan X, Wang P, Zeng Z, Xia J, Chen L, Gao X, Gong D, Zeng C, Yu P

Comprehensive reviews in food science and food safety2026

DOI: 10.1111/1541-4337.70476 PMID: 41940721

Maillard conjugation of jackfruit seed protein by dextran: structural modulation toward enhanced gelation and 3D printing performance.

Wang H, Zhu X, Hou Y, Wu C, Miao Y, Chen L, Eang C, Huang Z, Jiang L

Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.)2026

DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2026.118565 PMID: 41794453

Physically Cross-Linked Biopolymer-Based Strong and Stretchable Organohydrogel with Self-Healing and Biocompatibility for Environmentally Tolerant Strain Sensors.

Cai W, Chen L

ACS applied materials & interfaces2026Senior author

DOI: 10.1021/acsami.6c01936 PMID: 41875363

Molecular Mechanisms Governing the Adsorption, Deposition, and Removal of Environmentally Aged Microplastics by Engineered Surfaces.

Yang L, Wang Y, Sun Y, Qiu X, Huang P, Peng Q, Chu Y, Zhou Q, Zhao Z, Macauley MS, Chen L, Zeng H

Environmental science & technology2026

DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.5c16655 PMID: 41732969

Tea saponin improved the physical stability of pea protein cold-set emulsion gel.

Chen J, Xie J, Chen P, Chen L, Huang W

International journal of biological macromolecules2026

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.150835 PMID: 41672179

Improving the taste and aromatic characteristics of citrus wine by co-fermentation involving Saccharomyces cerevisiae and lactic acid bacteria.

Wen Y, Cai W, Wang H, Deng Q, Liu H, Cai J, Chen L

Journal of the science of food and agriculture2026Senior author

DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.70262 PMID: 41137521

Study the plant protein and polysaccharide phase separation to form aqueous two-phase systems and w/w emulsions

Principal investigatorNSERC2024Discovery Grants Program - Individual

Principal investigators: Chen, Lingyun

Keywords: protein; polysaccharide; biopolymer interactions; phase separation; w/w emulsion; food structure and texture; food microencapsulation

$62,000

Development of a CBD microencapsulation system for food and cosmetic application

Principal investigatorNSERC2024Alliance Grants

Principal investigators: Chen, Lingyun L

Keywords: cbd oil; cosmetics; food applications; food microencapsulation; polysaccharide; protein

$30,400

Biodegradable and Stretchable Power Sources for Transient Implants

Co-investigatorSSHRC2020New Frontiers in Research Fund - Exploration

Principal investigators: Li, Ge

Keywords: Transient electronics biodegradable Protein based materials Electrochemical Energy Storage Batteries Biomedical and Clinical Applications Functional Materials

$250,000

Plant Protein, Structure Function and Nutraceutical Delivery

Principal investigatorNSERC2019Canada Research Chairs

Principal investigators: Chen, Lingyun

$50,000

Plant Protein, Structure Function and Nutraceutical Delivery

Principal investigatorNSERC2019Canada Research Chairs

Principal investigators: Chen, Lingyun

Keywords: Plant protein; structure-function properties; protein networks; delivery system; functional foods

$350,000

Plant Protein, Structure Function and Nutraceutical Delivery

Principal investigatorNSERC2019Canada Research Chairs

Principal investigators: Chen, Lingyun

$100,000

Canadian Agri-food Protein Training, Utilization and Research Enhancement (CAPTURE)

Co-investigatorNSERC2019Collaborative Research and Training Experience

Principal investigators: Nickerson, Michael MT

Keywords: flavour reduction; food ingredients; ingredient supply chains; plant proteins; protein functionality; protein modification; protein nutrition; wet fractionation

$1,650,000

Study of plant protein aggregation to yield new functional properties

Principal investigatorNSERC2018Discovery Grants Program - Individual

Principal investigators: Chen, Lingyun

$282,000

Interfacial networks of plant protein in relation to emulsion oxidative stability and digestion

Principal investigatorNSERC2017Discovery Grants Program - Individual

Principal investigators: Chen, Lingyun

$32,000

Extraction and functional properties of protein from cold pressed canola and sunflower meals

Principal investigatorNSERC2017Engage Grants Program

Principal investigators: Chen, Lingyun

$25,000

From CIHR, NSERC and SSHRC funding decisions: CIHR since 2008, NSERC since 1991 and SSHRC since 1998, including their latest published competition results.

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Subject: Prospective PhD student: food microencapsulation Dear Professor Chen, My name is [your name], and I am a [your current degree or role] at [your institution]. I am applying for a PhD position starting in [term and year]. I read your paper "Polarity-dependent interactions and structural organization in konjac glucomannan blends with pectin, carboxymethyl cellulose and ethyl cellulose." (2026), and it connects closely to my own work on [your research topic]. [One or two sentences on what you did and what you learned.] I also saw your NSERC-funded project "Study the plant protein and polysaccharide phase separation to form aqueous two-phase systems and w/w emulsions" (2024), and I would be glad to contribute to work in that direction. Are you accepting new PhD students for [term and year]? I have attached my CV and transcripts, and I would be glad to talk at a time that suits you. Thank you for your time. Kind regards, [your name]

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Lingyun Chen

Research

Latest papers

Latest funding

Polarity-dependent interactions and structural organization in konjac glucomannan blends with pectin, carboxymethyl cellulose and ethyl cellulose.

Correction: Mart&#xed;nez-Cisterna et al. Chitosan-Coated Silver Nanocomposites: Biosynthesis, Mechanical Properties, and Ag+ Release in Liquid and Film Forms. Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2025, 26, 4130.

Ultrafiltration of einkorn protein hydrolysates enhances antioxidant and techno-functional properties.

Bioavailability, physicochemical, and structural characteristics of antioxidant peptides from co-fermentation of double-low rapeseed meal with screened Bacillus licheniformis WY475 and Lactobacillus plantarum WY12.

Review of Cinnamomum camphora Seed Kernel Oil: Extraction, Composition, Health Benefits, Safety, and Food Applications.

Maillard conjugation of jackfruit seed protein by dextran: structural modulation toward enhanced gelation and 3D printing performance.

Physically Cross-Linked Biopolymer-Based Strong and Stretchable Organohydrogel with Self-Healing and Biocompatibility for Environmentally Tolerant Strain Sensors.

Molecular Mechanisms Governing the Adsorption, Deposition, and Removal of Environmentally Aged Microplastics by Engineered Surfaces.

Tea saponin improved the physical stability of pea protein cold-set emulsion gel.

Improving the taste and aromatic characteristics of citrus wine by co-fermentation involving Saccharomyces cerevisiae and lactic acid bacteria.

Study the plant protein and polysaccharide phase separation to form aqueous two-phase systems and w/w emulsions

Development of a CBD microencapsulation system for food and cosmetic application

Biodegradable and Stretchable Power Sources for Transient Implants

Plant Protein, Structure Function and Nutraceutical Delivery

Plant Protein, Structure Function and Nutraceutical Delivery

Plant Protein, Structure Function and Nutraceutical Delivery

Canadian Agri-food Protein Training, Utilization and Research Enhancement (CAPTURE)

Study of plant protein aggregation to yield new functional properties

Interfacial networks of plant protein in relation to emulsion oxidative stability and digestion

Extraction and functional properties of protein from cold pressed canola and sunflower meals

Frequent collaborators

Hongbo Zeng

Zhigang Tian

Yixiang Wang

Vera Mazurak

Sylvia van Drunen Littel-van den Hurk

Feral Temelli

Michael Houghton

Dongyan Niu

Lindsey Westover

Ge Li

Jingli Luo

Nandika Bandara

Jennifer Ronholm

David Bressler

Afsaneh Lavasanifar

Adetola Adesida

Donna Vine

Michael Doschak

Correction: Martínez-Cisterna et al. Chitosan-Coated Silver Nanocomposites: Biosynthesis, Mechanical Properties, and Ag+ Release in Liquid and Film Forms. Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2025, 26, 4130.