(MPOB Transfer of Technology)
The ability of fat crystals to bind and hold a certain amount of liquid oil within their crystal matrix is dependent on triacylglycerol composition (Chawla and deMan, 1990; Taylor, 1976), thermal properties (deMan et al., 1995), and interaction of the fat crystals in the developed crystal network (Johansson and Bergenstayhl, 1995) of the fat blends. … Read more
Quantification of polar compounds is recognised as one of the most reliable and objective methods to evaluate the quality of vegetable oils. It is widely used as an indicator to determine the thermal stability and safety of the oils as a result of heating and frying. The analysis provides more robust measurement of oil deterioration … Read more
This test method describes a quantitative method of analysis for determination of paraquat residue in oil matrix by High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and UV detection. Main Researcher: Norizah HalimEmail: norizah@mpob.gov.my
Each chemical substance has its own melting point. A deviation in melting point of a substance indicates a presence of other components in the substance. Melting point determination through this invention (DSC) method provides information on the number of components present in the mixture through thermal properties resolution (thermogram). Main Researcher: Fadzlina AbdullahEmail: fadzlina@mpob.gov.my
In contrast to genetic markers, metabolite based biomarkers are relatively new in plant breeding. This is very different from the situation in the medicinal field, where clinical biochemistry has long been the basis for developing metabolite based biomarkers. Application in plant sciences has lagged behind, due to the slow application of related technologies that can … Read more
Proteomics is the systematic identification and characterisation of proteins, their structures and functions. The Proteomics and Metabolomics (PROMET) at the Advanced Biotechnology and Breeding Centre (ABBC) of the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) has extensive experience in the analyses of protein using mass spectrometry. The facility provides support, equipment and expertise for analysing complex protein … Read more
Palm kernel oil (PKO) is a lauric-type oil originating from the kernel of the oil palm fruit, Elaeis guineensis Jacq. The oil can be further fractionated into two distinct products, namely palm kernel olein (PKOL) and palm kernel stearin (PKST). Main Researcher: Dr. Elina HishamuddinEmail: elina@mpob.gov.my
Tocols (collectively known as vitamin E) comprises of tocopherols (T), tocomonoenol (T1 ) and tocotrienols (T3 ), each of which has four isoforms; α-, β-, γ- and δ- (Goh et al., 1985; Choo et al., 1999, 2005). Six of these tocols are found in palm oil, namely; α-T, α-T1 , α-T3 , β- T3 , … Read more
Liquid shortening as the name implies, has both liquid and shortening properties. It can be used directly in the continuous production line for cake or bread. Liquid shortening is mainly made from liquid oil with a small amount of emulsifier and carotene. This is used in the manufacturing of moon cake crust. Most liquid shortenings … Read more
Financially independent and with a high level of food sophistication, Chinese urbanites are willing to pay a premium for healthy foods and drinks. Plant protein beverage is one of the health drinks in China. This plant protein beverage contains beans and nuts. It is rich in protein and essential nutrients, minerals and etc. Compared with … Read more