Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 12: Under the esteemed guidance of Prof. B. N. Tripathi, Vice-Chancellor, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu, the Faculty of Basic Sciences organized an expert lecture as part of its ongoing Expert Lecture Series. The lecture was delivered by Prof. Rajender Singh Sangwan, Vice-Chancellor, Raffles University, Rajasthan and Former Director/Vice-Chancellor, Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), on the topic "Biochemistry and Bio-manufacturing of D-Allulose: The Table Sugar of the Future for a Healthy World." Prof. Sangwan, a renowned scientist in biochemical sciences and biotechnology, provided an in-depth analysis of the biochemistry of sugars, tracing the historical development of table sugar and artificial sweeteners, and examining their impact on human health. He introduced D-Allulose, a rare sugar with minimal calorific value and immense potential as a natural, safe, and diabetic-friendly sweetener, widely regarded as "the table sugar of the future." The lecture further explored the bio-manufacturing process of D-Allulose from fructose, emphasizing sustainable and cost-effective approaches that utilise agricultural waste. This aligns with global efforts toward circular bio-economy, waste valorisation, and environmental friendly production technologies. Prof. Sanjay Guleria, Dean, Faculty of Basic Sciences, hosted the session and welcomed the distinguished speaker. He emphasized the increasing relevance of green bioprocessing, nutraceuticals, and functional foods in agriculture and health sciences. The lecture was coordinated by Dr. Vinod Kumar, Associate Professor, Division of Biochemistry.
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