Dr. Adeshina Fadeyibi
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Dr. Adeshina Fadeyibi

Senior Lecturer
Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria


Highest Degree
Ph.D. in Agricultural and Bioresources from Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria

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Biography

Dr. Adeshina Fadeyibi is an accomplished expert in Postharvest Technology and Food Engineering, with over a decade of combined industrial and academic experience. His work is dedicated to addressing global challenges in food preservation, focusing on reducing food loss and improving the quality and safety of perishable foods. His research integrates principles from food process engineering, and biophysics to develop sustainable, energy-efficient preservation systems tailored to tropical climates. A core area of his work involves the development of biodegradable nanocomposite films using starch-rich agricultural residues such as cassava, cocoyam, banana peels, and peanut shells. These films function as active and intelligent packaging materials, offering antimicrobial and moisture-resistant properties that extend the shelf life of important food products like beef, tomatoes, okra, onions, mushrooms, and garden eggs. His PhD research on cassava starch–zinc nanocomposites laid a strong foundation for innovative, eco-friendly food packaging strategies with direct relevance to global food security challenges.

Building on this foundation, Dr. Fadeyibi has expanded his work to include the application of non-ionizing radiation technologies, such as radiofrequency heating, ultrasound, magnetic field hydrocooling, and ultraviolet radiation, combined with cryo-osmotic dehydration and freezing methods. These integrated approaches are designed to enhance mass transfer, reduce microbial contamination, and preserve both the structural and nutritional integrity of perishable foods. He employs advanced computational tools, including finite element modelling and response surface methodology, to simulate and optimize thermal and mass transfer processes across experimental and pilot-scale systems. His additional work in thermal and rheological property evaluation, such as moisture sorption isotherms, puree flow behaviour, and heat transfer, contributes to the design of efficient food processing equipment and postharvest infrastructure.

Dr. Fadeyibi has authored numerous peer-reviewed journal articles, contributed to several Scopus-indexed book chapters, and led multiple research projects funded by TETFund. His future research focuses on the development of smart packaging systems embedded with biosensors and hybrid low-energy drying technologies, designed for use in low-resource, high-loss agricultural environments. These research directions align closely with his ongoing grant activities and postgraduate student supervision, reinforcing his long-term commitment to academic excellence, national development, and global food security.

Area of Interest:

Engineering
100%
Food Processing
62%
Agricultural and Food Machine Development
90%
Food Storage
75%
Bio-process Engineering
55%

Research Publications in Numbers

Books
0
Chapters
2
Articles
43
Abstracts
5

Selected Publications

  1. Yisa, M.G., A. Fadeyibi, O.I.O. Adisa and K.P. Alabi, 2018. Finite element simulation of temperature variation in grain metal silo. Res. Agric. Eng., 64: 107-114.
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  2. Yisa, M.G. and A. Fadeyibi, 2018. Modification and evaluation of an electric dryer for high moisture vegetables. Eng. Sci., 13: 70-84.
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  3. Fadeyibi, A., M.G. Yisa, F.A. Adeniji, K.K. Katibi, K.P. Alabi and K.R. Adebayo, 2018. Potentials of zinc and magnetite nanoparticles for contaminated water treatment. Agric. Res., 39: 175-180.
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  4. Yisa, M.G., A. Fadeyibi and K.K. Katibi, 2017. Performance evaluation and modification of an existing rice destoner. Int. J. Eng. Technol., 3: 169-175.
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  5. Fadeyibi, A., Z.D. Osunde, M.G. Yisa and E.C. Okunola, 2017. Investigation into properties of starch-based nanocomposite films for fruits and vegetables packaging. FUTA J. Eng. Eng. Technol., 11: 12-17.
  6. Fadeyibi, A., Z.D. Osunde, E.C. Egwim and P.A. Idah, 2017. Performance evaluation of cassava starch-zinc nanocomposite film for tomatoes packaging. J. Agric. Eng., 48: 137-146.
  7. Fadeyibi, A., Z.D. Osunde and M.G. Yisa, 2017. Effects of glycerol and diameter of holes in breaker plate on performance of screw mixer for nanocomposites. Agric. Eng., 21: 15-26.
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  8. Fadeyibi, A., M.G. Yisa and K.P. Alabi, 2017. Design of a dual operated cassava chipper. Eur. Mech. Sci., 1: 104-110.
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  9. Fadeyibi, A., Z.D. Osunde, G. Agidi, P.A. Idah and E.C. Egwim, 2016. Development and optimisation of cassava starch-zinc-nanocomposite film for potential application in food packaging. J. Food Process. Technol., Vol. 7. 10.4172/2157-7110.1000591.
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  10. Fadeyibi, A., Z.D. Osunde, G. Agidi and E.C. Egwim, 2016. Nano-Rheological Behaviour of Cassava Starch-Zinc-Nanocomposite Film under Dynamic Loading for High Speed Transportation of Packaged Food. In: Composite from Renewable and Sustainable Materials, Poletto, M. (Ed.). InTech Publication, Rijeka, Croatia, ISBN: 978-953-51-4956-9, pp: 241-254.
  11. Fadeyibi, A., Z.D. Osunde, G. Agidi and E.C. Egwim, 2016. Mixing Index of a Starch Composite Extruder for Food Packaging Application. In: Green Polymer Composites Technology: Properties and Applications, Inamuddin, S. (Ed.). CRC Press, USA., ISBN: 978-149-87-1546-1, pp: 331-342.
  12. Fadeyibi, A., Z.D. Osunde, G. Agidi and E.C. Egwim, 2016. Design of single screw extruder for homogenizing bulk solids. Agric. Eng. Int., 18: 222-231.
  13. Fadeyibi, A., Z.D. Osunde, G. Agidi and E.C. Evans, 2014. Flow and strength properties of cassava and yam starch-glycerol composites essential in the design of handling equipment for granular solids. J. Food Eng., 129: 38-46.
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  14. Fadeyibi, A., Z.D. Osunde, M.S. Ussaini, P.A. Idah and A.A. Balami, 2012. Evaluating monolayer moisture content of rubber seed using BET and GAB sorption equations. Int. J. Farm. Allied Sci., 1: 72-76.
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  15. Fadeyibi, A. and Z.D. Osunde, 2012. Thermo-physical properties of rubber seed useful in the design of storage structure. Int. J. Agric. Biol. Eng., 5: 62-66.
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  16. Fadeyibi, A. and Z.D. Osunde, 2012. Mechanical behaviour of rubber seed under compressive loading. Curr. Trends Technol. Sci., 1: 59-61.
  17. Fadeyibi, A., A. Halilu and Z.D. Osunde, 2011. Analysis of physicochemical properties of abattoir wastewater for irrigation in Minna, Niger State. Continental J. Water Air Soil Pollut., 2: 12-14.
  18. Fadeyibi, A. and Z.D. Osunde, 2011. Storage methods and some uses of cassava in Nigeria. Continental J. Agric. Sci., 5: 12-18.
  19. Fadeyibi, A. and A. Halilu, 2011. Salinity effects of irrigation water on maize crop grown at maizube farms, Minna, Nigeria. J. Biodiversity Environ. Sci., 1: 63-68.
  20. Adeshina, F., Z.D. Osunde and B. Kehinde, 2011. Measures against damage of some perishable products on transit. Adv. Agric. Sci. Eng., 1: 1-8.