Dr. Deepa M. Madalageri

Core Areas of Research

• Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals: Development of bioactive-enriched foods, antioxidant-rich formulations, and health-promoting dietary components, including the utilization and valorization of agricultural by-products.
• Millet-Based and Gluten-Free Product Development: Formulation of innovative foods using millets, such as value-added functional beverages and gluten-free bakery products.
• Plant-Based Dairy Alternatives: Research on developing and improving the sensory, nutritional, and functional properties of pulse-based milk, yogurt, and ice cream.
• Fermented Foods and Gut Health: Innovation in fermentation-based products with a focus on probiotics, prebiotics, and microbiome modulation for improved gut health.
• Anti-Inflammatory and Therapeutic Diets: Designing and evaluating dietary interventions for managing chronic conditions such as autoimmune diseases, metabolic disorders, and chronic inflammation.
• Food Waste Valorisation and Sustainability: Extraction of bioactive compounds from fruit and vegetable by-products, supporting circular food systems and low-cost nutrition solutions.
• Maternal and Child Nutrition: Addressing public health issues such as micronutrient deficiencies in pregnancy, GDM-focused nutrition, and developing complementary feeding strategies.
• Food Processing and Innovative Technologies: Use of modern techniques such as ultrasound-assisted processing, dehydration technologies, and non-thermal preservation methods to improve shelf life and nutrient retention.
• Community and Public Health Nutrition: Work involving nutritional assessment, dietary surveillance, behaviour change communication (BCC), and evaluating community-level nutrition interventions.
• Microgreens and Biofortified Foods: Researching the impact of processing (including gamma radiation) on nutrient retention, antioxidant activity, and functional value.

Gold Medals and Academic Merit

• UAS, Dharwad Gold Medal (Ph.D., 2015): Awarded for securing the highest merit in Ph.D.
• UAS, Dharwad Gold Medal (M.H.Sc., 2012): Awarded for securing the highest merit in M.H.Sc.
• Smt. M. Kamala Memorial Gold Medal (M.H.Sc., 2012): Awarded for securing the highest merit in M.H.Sc.
• Late Dr. (Mrs) Leela Phadnis, Ex-DI (RHSc) Cash award (2013): Awarded for highest merit in the 1st year of M.H.Sc.
• Vanita Vihar Krishingar Cash Prize (M.H.Sc., 2012): Awarded for securing the highest merit in M.H.Sc.

Fellowships and Scholarships

• DST INSPIRE Fellowship (2012-2015): Awarded for Ph.D. from the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Govt. of India, for securing the highest merit in M.H.Sc.
• UAS, Dharwad Merit Scholarship: Received during the 1st year of Ph.D. (2012-13) and during her undergraduate studies (2009 and 2010).

Research and Presentation Awards

• Young Women Scientist Award in Food Technology (2025): Received at the International Conference on Innovation and Sustainability in Livestock, Agriculture, and Sustainable Agricultural Practices.
• Best Oral Presentation Award (2012): Awarded for an oral presentation at the National Conference of the Nutrition Society of India (NSI) at Tirupathi.

Extracurricular and Student Recognition

• Best Outgoing Student of the College of Rural Home Science, UAS, Dharwad (2009-10).
• Miss Fresher of the College of Rural Home Science, UAS, Dharwad (2006-07).

National Conference Papers

• Madalageri, D.M., Yenagi, N.B., Gariepy, Y., Orsat, V. & Raghavan, G.S.V. (2011), ‘Batter properties of little millet in comparison to rice and its effect on physical and textural qualities of paddu – an Indian fermented breakfast food’, Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Fermented Foods, Health Status and Social Well-being: Challenges and Opportunities, CFTRI Mysuru, 15–16 December, pp. 64–66.
• Madalageri, D., Raksha, N., Ramyashree, K. & Saniyaanjum, T. (2025), ‘Development of innovative gluten-free cookies: Enhancing flavour and nutrition’, 8th Amity International Conference of Food Scientists and Technologists (AMIFOST 2025), 27–28 March.
• Miville, J., Hejazi, S.N., Madalageri, D.M. & Orsat, V. (2016), ‘Pulse-based ice cream’, Poster presented at Graduate Student Conference, Department of Bioresource Engineering, McGill University, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, Canada.
• Madalageri, D.M. & Bharati, P. (2015), ‘Bio-waste of fruits: A potential source of nutraceuticals for health and nutrition security’, 47th Nutrition Society of India Conference, 9–10 October, p. 125.

International Conference Papers

• Madalageri, D.M. & Bharati, P. (2015), ‘Generation of fruit waste among selected juice outlets and local vendors – a case study’, Poster presented at 47th Nutrition Society of India Conference, 9–10 October, p. 149.
• Yenagi, N.B., Madalageri, D.M., Josna, B. & Handigol, J. (2013), ‘Evaluation of commercial production of little millet paddu and its economic analysis’, National Conference Proceedings, p. 108.
• Madalageri, D.M. & Yenagi, N.B. (2012), ‘Fermented product of little millet and application of this technology in catering’, Karnataka Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 25(4), pp. 586–587. (Journal + Conference-based publication)
• Madalageri, D.M., Yenagi, N.B. & Shirnalli, G. (2012), ‘Evaluation of little millet paddu for functional, nutritional, microbiological and sensory attributes compared to rice paddu’, Oral presentation in 44th Nutrition Society of India Conference, November, p. 122.
• Madalageri, D.M., Yenagi, N.B. & Kasturiba, B. (2012), ‘Physicochemical changes of batter and paddu of little millet during soaking and fermentation’, Poster presentation in 44th Nutrition Society of India Conference, p. 206.
• Kage, U., Madalageri, D., Malakannavar, L. & Gangashetty, P. (2013), ‘Study of combining ability for yield and its related traits in newly derived inbred lines of maize (Zea mays L.)’, Presented at National Conference on Plant Breeding, p. 154.
• Kage, U., Madalageri, D., Malakannavar, L. & Gangashetty, P. (2013), ‘Analysis of genetic diversity in newly derived inbred lines of maize (Zea mays L.)’, Presented at National Conference on Plant Breeding, p. 154.

International Journals Papers

• Madalageri, D.M., Yenagi, N.B. & Shirnalli, G. (2016), ‘Evaluation of little millet paddu for physico-chemical, nutritional, microbiological and sensory attributes’, Journal of Dairying, Foods & Home Sciences, 35(1), pp. 58–64.
• Madalageri, D.M. & Bharati, P. (2015), ‘Generation of fruit waste among selected juice outlets and local vendors – A case study’, Food Science Research Journal, 6(2).
• Madalageri, D.M., Yenagi, N.B. & Shirnalli, G. (2015), ‘Evaluation of little millet paddu for functional, nutritional, microbiological and sensory attributes compared to rice’, Glacier Journal of Scientific Research, 1(1).
• Madalageri, D.M., Yenagi, N.B. & Kasturiba, B. (2013), ‘Physicochemical changes of batter and paddu of little millet during progress of soaking and fermentation’, Food Science Research Journal, 4(1), pp. 12–19.
• Madalageri, D.M. & Yenagi, N.B. (2015), ‘Effect of proportion of ingredients on physicochemical changes of batter and paddu made of little millet compared to rice’, International Journal of Farm Sciences, 5(4), pp. 210–221.

International Journal Papers

• Naidu, S.H.R., Bhavana, S. & Madalageri, D.M. (2025), ‘Precision nutrition for inflammatory bowel disease: A targeted dietary strategy’, International Journal for Scientific Research & Development, 13(5).
• Shincy, A., Madalageri, D.M., Hanumanthraju, K.N., Manoj, M. & Premananthan, P. (2025), ‘Fruit leathers as functional snacks: A comprehensive review on formulation, drying technologies, quality attributes, and market potential’, Journal of Agriculture, Allied, and Food Research, 3(6).
• Jha, S., Madalageri, D. & Poornima, D.S. (2025), ‘The role of anti-inflammatory diets in autoimmune disease management: Gaps in clinical evidence’, International Journal for Multidisciplinary Research.
• Sahana, S., Madalageri, D. & Bhavana, S. (2025), ‘Nutrigenomics and personalized nutrition: The future of diet therapy’, International Journal for Scientific Research & Development, 13(5).
• Nirthika, S., Poornima, D.S., Madalageri, D.M., Doodi, S. & Hanumantharaju, K.N. (2025), ‘Plant-based dairy alternatives: A review on product diversity and processing techniques’, Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, 12(6).
• Karunya, K.M. et al., including Madalageri, D.M. (2025), ‘Black rice: A comprehensive review of functional and nutritional potential and instant foods’, International Journal of Advance Research in Multidisciplinary, 3(2), pp. 475–483.
• Yeshfeen, A., Hanumantharaju, K.N., Madalageri, D., Rajdurai, M. & Gurikar, C. (2025), ‘Role of immunonutrients in critically ill patients: A perspective on food, lifestyle, and nutrition’, International Journal of Advance Research in Multidisciplinary, 3(2), pp. 409–415.
• Madival, R.R. et al., including Madalageri, D.M. (2025), ‘Ultrasound-assisted non-enzymatic pretreatment of banana pseudostem for bioethanol production: A critical review’, International Journal of Trends in Emerging Research and Development, 3(3), pp. 111–119.
• Sushmitha, V.L., Madalagiri, D. & Chennappa, G. (2025), ‘The gut-skin connection in acne and rosacea: Therapeutic roles of probiotics and prebiotics’, Indian Journal of Nutrition, 12(2).
• Parthasarathy, K. & Madalageri, D.M. (2025), ‘Intermittent fasting: Effects on nutrient intake and status’, Alochana Journal, 14(6).
• Patel, A.K. et al., including Madalageri, D.M. (2025), ‘Enrichment of honey with flavour of ginger’, Journal of Neonatal Surgery, 14(22s).
• Fatima, F., Madalagiri, D. & Poornima, D. (2025), ‘Micronutrient deficiencies in pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)’, International Journal of All Research Education and Scientific Methods, 13(5).
• Kumar, V. et al., including Madalageri, D.M. (2025), ‘Impact of grafting on yield and quality of cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.)’, International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research, 9(5), pp. 01–04.
• Patel, A.K. et al., including Madalageri, D.M. (2025), ‘Ornamental Fish Culture: Prospects, Challenges and Economic Significance’, Journal of Survey in Fisheries Sciences, 10(1), pp. 17296–17303.
• Madalageri, D.M., Bharati, P.C., Orsat, V., Raghavan, V. & Kage, U. (2015), ‘Bioactive compounds and antioxidant activities of pulp and peel of three mango varieties’, Journal of Horticultural Sciences, 10(2), pp. 199–209.
• Kumar, A. et al., including Madalageri, D.M. (2017), ‘Metabolomics-assisted biotechnological interventions for developing plant-based functional foods and nutraceuticals’, Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 8, pp. 1–17.
• Kage, U. et al., including Madalageri, D. (2013), ‘Estimation of heterosis and combining ability in single cross hybrids developed from newly derived inbred lines of maize’, Molecular Plant Breeding, 4(11), pp. 60–65.
• Kage, U. et al., including Madalageri, D. (2013), ‘Gene action and heterosis study in hybrids derived from new inbred lines in maize’, Molecular Plant Breeding, 4(18).
• Kage, U. et al., including Madalageri, D. (2013), ‘Genetic diversity studies in newly derived inbred lines of maize’, Molecular Plant Breeding, 4(9), pp. 77–83.
• Kage, U. et al., including Madalageri, D. (2013), ‘Combining ability studies for yield and its related traits in newly derived inbred lines of maize’, Molecular Plant Breeding, 4(8), pp. 71–77.
• Lankesh Kumar, R. et al., including Madalageri, D. (2013), ‘Heterosis studies in chili (Capsicum annum L.)’, Plant Gene and Trait, 4(14).

• Life Member, AFSTI – Association of Food Scientists & Technologists (India)
• Member, NIN – National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN), Hyderabad