Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences [Dept. of Food Science]

Kit L. Yam, Ph. D.

Dr. Yam


Publications in Refereed Journals

  1. Jang J.D., Seo G.H., Lyu E.S., Yam K.L., Lee D.S. 2006. Hurdle effect of vinegar and sake on Korean seasoned beef preserved by sous vide packaging, Food Control 17(3): 171-175.

  2. LaCoste A., Schaich K.M., Zumbrunnen D., Yam K.L. 2005. Advancing controlled release packaging through smart blending. Packaging Science and Technology 18(1): 77-87.

  3. Yam K.L. Takhistov P.T., and Miltz J. 2005. “Intelligent Packaging: Concepts and Applications,” Journal of Food Science, 70(1): R1-10.

  4. Zhang Y., Chikindas M.L. and Yam K.L. 2004. “Effective Control of Listeria monocytogenes by Combination of Nisin Formulated and Slowly Released into a Broth System,” International Journal of Food Microbiology, 19(1): 15-22.

  5. Yam K.L. and Papadakis S.E. 2004. “A Simple Digital Imaging Method for Measuring and Analyzing Color of Food Surfaces,” Journal of Food Engineering, 61: 137–142.

  6. Chung D.H., Papadakis, S.E., and Yam K.L. 2003. “A Model to Evaluate Transport of Gas and Vapors through Leaks,” Journal of Packaging Technology and Science, 16: 77-86.

  7. Chung D.H., Papadakis S.E., and Yam K.L. 2003. “Evaluation of a Polymer Coating Containing Triclosan as the Antimicrobial Layer for a Packaging Film," International Journal of Food Science and Technology, 38(2): 165-169.

  8. Lee D.S., Shin D.H., and Yam K.L. 2002. “Improvement of Temperature Uniformity in Microwave-Reheated Rice by Optimizing Heat/Hold Cycle,” Food Service Technology, 2(2), 87-94.

  9. Chung D.H., Papadakis S.E., and Yam K.L. 2002. “Simple Models for Assessing Migration from Food Packaging Films,” Food Additives and Contaminants,” Food Additives and Contaminants, 19(6): 611-617.

  10. Song Y.S., Vorsa N., and Yam K.L. 2002. “Modeling Respiration-Transpiration in a Modified Atmosphere Packaging System Containing Blueberry,” Journal of Food Engineering, 53: 103-109.

  11. Chung D.H., Chikindas M.L. and Yam K.L. 2001. “Slow Release of Propyl Paraben from a Polymer Coating and Inhibition of S. Cerevisiae,” Journal of Food Protection, 64(9): 1420-1424.

  12. Song Y.S., Lee D.S., and Yam K.L. 2001.  “Predicting Relative Humidity in Modified Atmosphere Packaging System Containing Blueberry and Moisture Adsorbent,” Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 25:49-70.

  13. Chung D.H., Papadakis, S.E., and Yam, K.L. 2001. “Release of Propyl Paraben from a Polymer Coating into Water and Food Simulating Solvents for Antimicrobial Packaging Applications,” Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 25: 71-87.

  14. Papadakis S.E., Malek S.A., Emery R.E., Yam K.L. 2000. “A Versatile and Inexpensive Technique for Measuring Color of Foods,” Food Technology, 54:48-51.

  15. Yam K.L. 2000. “Intelligent Packaging for the Future Smart Kitchen,” Journal of Packaging Technology and Science, 13: 83-85.

  16. Ho Y.C. and Yam K.L.  1999. “Effects of Individual Components in a Vitamin E Formulation on the Off-Flavor Release, Melt Flow Index, and Color of HDPE Polymer,” Polymer Plastics Technology and Engineering, 38(1): 19-41.

  17. Yam K.L. and Saba R.G. 1998. “Intelligent Product Delivery System: Paradigm Shift in Packaging,” J. Packaging Technology and Engineering, 7(3): 22-26.

  18. Ho Y.C., Young S.S., and Yam K.L. 1998. “Vitamin E Based Stabilizer Components in HDPE Polymer,” Journal of Vinyl & Additive Technology, 4(2): 139-150.

  19. Yam K.L., Lee T.C., and Ho Y.C. 1997.  "Respiration Rates of Live Clams (Mercenaria: Hard Clams) in Modified Atmosphere at Various Temperature, Journal of Aquatic Food Product Technology, 6(1): 37-51.

  20. Ho Y.C. and Yam K.L.  1997.  “Commercial Scale Study of Off-Flavor Release from High Density Polyethylene Bottles Containing Vitamin E,” Plastics, Rubber and Composites Processing and Applications, 26(2): 83-90.

  21. Yam K.L., Ho Y.C., Young S.S., and Zambetti P.  1996. "Effects of Resin Types and Antioxidant on the Release of Off-Flavor from HDPE bottles," Polymer-Plastics Technology and Engineering, 35(5): 727-755.

  22. Lee D.S., Song Y.S., and Yam K.L.  1996  “Application of Permeable Package System in Modified Atmosphere Packaging,” Journal of Food Engineering, 27: 297-310.

  23. Kim H.K., Song Y.S. and Yam K.L.  1995.  “Influence of Modified Atmosphere on Quality Attributes of Blueberry,” Food and Biotech. 4:25.

  24. Yam K.L. 1995 “Pressure Techniques for Package Inspection,” Journal of Packaging Technology and Engineering, 4(5): 46-49.          

  25. Gogoi B.K., Wang S.S., and  Yam, K.L.  1995.  “Application of Shear Energy Model to Conversion of Corn Meal in Twin-Screw Extrusion,”  Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 19: 53-63.

  26. Ho Y.C., Young S.S., Zambetti P., and  Yam K.L. 1994. "Effects of Vitamin E as an antioxidant on the release of odor from HDPE bottles," Journal of Plastic Film & Sheeting, 10 (3): 194-212.

  27. Kim H.K., Song Y.S., and Yam K.L. 1994. “Moisture Sorption of Red Pepper Powders,” International Journal of Food Science and Technology, 29: 339-349.

  28. Lee D.S.,  Lee K.S., Park I.S.,  Yam K.L..  1994.  “Analysis of Respiration Characteristics of Low CO2 tolerance Produces for Design Modified Atmosphere Atmosphere Package,” Foods and Biotechnology, 3(2): 99-103.

  29. Yam K.L., Wang S.S., Karwe M.V., Gogoi B.K. 1994.  “Shear Conversion of Corn Meal by Reverse Screws during Twin-Screw Extrusion at Low Temperatures,”  Journal of Food Science, Journal of Food Science, 59(1), 113-114.

  30. Gogoi B and Yam K.L. 1994.  “Relationship of Residence Time with Processing Variables in a Co-rotating Twin-Screw Extruder,” Journal of Food Engineering, 21: 177-196.

  31. Yam K.L., Rossen J., Wu X.F. 1993. “Relationship between Seal Strength and Burst Pressure for Pouches,” Journal of Packaging Technology and Science, 6(5): 239-244.

  32. Yam K.L., Haggar P.E., Lee D.S. 1993. “Modeling Respiration of Low CO2 Tolerance Produce Using a Closed System Experiment,” Foods and Biotechnology, Vol. 2(1):

  33. Song Y.S. and Yam K.L. 1993. “Feasibility of Using Ultrasonic Techniques to Detect Package Contaminations,” Journal of Packaging Technology and Science, 6: 37-42.

  34. Ho Y.C. and  Yam K.L.  1992. “Effect of Metal Shielding on Microwave Heating of a Model Food,” Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 6: 337-359.

  35. Song Y.S., Kim H.K, and Yam, K.L.  1992.  “Respiration Rate of Blueberry in Modified Atmosphere at Various Temperatures,” Journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science, 117(6): 925-929.

  36. Lee D.S.,  Chung S.K.,  Kim H.K., and Yam K.L. 1992.  “Carotenoids Loss in Dried Red Pepper Products,” International Journal of Food Science and Technology, 27: 179-185.

  37. Haggar P.E., Lee D.S.,  Yam K.L. 1992.  “Application of an Enzyme Kinetics Based Respiration Model to Closed System Experiments for Fresh Produces,” Journal of Food Engineering, 15: 143-157.

  38. Gianakakos P. and Yam K.L.  1992. “Forming Characteristics of Plastics-Aluminum Foil,” Journal of Packaging Science and Technology, 5: 31-39.

  39. Lee D.S., Hagger P.E., and Yam K.L.  1992. “Permeability of Ceramic-Filled Plastic Films,” Journal of Packaging Science and Technology, 5:27-30.

  40. Lee D.S., Haggar P.E., Lee J. , Yam K.L.  1991.  “Model for Fresh Produce Respiration in Modified Atmospheres Based on Principles of Enzyme-Kinetics,” J. Food Science, 56(6): 1580-1585.

  41. Lee D.S., Chung S.K., Kim H.K., and Yam K.L.  1991. "Nonenzymatic Browning in Dried Red Pepper Products,"  Journal of Food Quality, 14: 153-163.

  42. Yam K.L., Gogoi B. and Selke S. 1990. "Compounding Wood Fibers and High Density Polyethylene Using a Twin-Screw Extruder," Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering, 30(11): 693-699.

  43. Yam K.L., Anderson D., and Buxbaum R. 1988.  "Diffusion of Small Solutes in Polymer Containing Solutions," Science, 241: 330-332.

Book Chapters

  1. Yam K.L., Zhao H., Lai C.C. 2004. "Frozen Food Packaging" in Handbook of Frozen Foods, edited by Y.H. Hui, Marcel Dekker, New York.
  2. Yam K.L. and Lai C.C. 2004. "Microwaveable Frozen Meals" in Handbook of Frozen Foods, edited by Y.H. Hui, Marcel Dekker, New York.
  3. Rooney, M.L. and Yam K.L. 2004. "Novel Food Packaging" in Technology of Reduced-Additive Foods, Second Edition, edited by J. Smith, Blackwell Publishing, Oxford.
  4. Yam K.L., Saba R.G. and  Ho Y.C. 1999. "Packaging: General Consideration," in Encyclopedia of Food Science and Technology, edited by F.J. Francis, John Wiley & Sons, pp. 1807-1811.
  5. Yam K.L., Saba R.G., and Ho Y.C. 1999. "Packaging: Materials,"  in Encyclopedia of Food Science and Technology, edited by F.J. Francis, John Wiley & Sons, pp. 1824-1829.
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