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Robert Lufu

Observed names: Lufu, Robert, R. Lufu
Observed institution: Stellenbosch University
ORCID: 0000-0003-1640-1469
Observed ORCID: 0000-0003-1640-1469
OpenAlex ID: A5011359546
Water loss of fresh fruit: Influencing pre-harvest, harvest and postharvest factors
2020 · Robert Lufu, Alemayehu Ambaw, et al. · Scientia Horticulturae · 374
The contribution of transpiration and respiration processes in the mass loss of pomegranate fruit (cv. Wonderful)
2019 · Robert Lufu, Alemayehu Ambaw, et al. · Postharvest Biology and Technology · 121
The Influence of Internal Packaging (Liners) on Moisture Dynamics and Physical and Physiological Quality of Pomegranate Fruit during Cold Storage
2021 · Robert Lufu, Alemayehu Ambaw, et al. · Foods · 33
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Functional characterisation of lenticels, micro-cracks, wax patterns, peel tissue fractions and water loss of pomegranate fruit (cv. Wonderful) during storage
2021 · Robert Lufu, Alemayehu Ambaw, et al. · Postharvest Biology and Technology · 33
Mechanisms and modelling approaches to weight loss in fresh fruit: a review
2024 · Robert Lufu, Alemayehu Ambaw, et al. · Technology in Horticulture · 24
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Edible Coatings for Fresh Fruits: Functional Roles, Optimization Strategies, and Analytical Perspectives
2026 · Siphumle Jama, Robert Lufu, et al. · Plants · 18
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The influence of liner packaging on weight loss and decay of pomegranate fruit
2018 · R. Lufu, T.M. Berry, et al. · Acta Horticulturae · 17
Ultrasound-assisted extraction of alginate from Ecklonia maxima with and without the addition of alkaline cellulase – factorial and kinetic analysis
2024 · Dylan van Sittert, Robert Lufu, et al. · Journal of Applied Phycology · 14
Optimisation of cellulase-assisted extraction of laminarin from the brown seaweed Ecklonia maxima, using response surface methodology
2021 · Daniel Van Breda, Robert Lufu, et al. · Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery · 14
Evaluation of the airflow characteristics, cooling kinetics and quality keeping performances of various internal plastic liners in pomegranate fruit packaging
2020 · Robert Lufu, A. Ambaw, et al. · Food Packaging and Shelf Life · 13
Determination of moisture loss of pomegranate cultivars under cold and shelf storage conditions and control strategies
2022 · Robert Lufu, Alemayehu Ambaw, et al. · Sustainable Food Technology · 9
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Characterising water loss in pomegranate fruit cultivars (‘Acco’, ‘Herskawitz’ & ‘Wonderful’) under cold and shelf storage conditions
2020 · Robert Lufu, Alemayehu Tsige, et al. · Research Square · 8
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Evaporative Cooling Systems for Perishables in Sub‐Saharan Africa—A Review
2025 · Robert Lufu, Alemayehu Ambaw, et al. · Journal of Food Process Engineering · 7
Sustainable package design for efficient pomegranate cold chain: Enhancing storage space, sea freight efficiency, material sustainability, and energy conservation
2024 · Matia Mukama, Alemayehu Ambaw Tsige, et al. · Food Packaging and Shelf Life · 6
Assessing weight loss control strategies in pomegranate ( Punica granatum L.) fruit: plastic packaging and surface waxing
2023 · Robert Lufu, Alemayehu Ambaw, et al. · Sustainable Food Technology · 5
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Impact of Packaging on Bruise Damage of Fresh Produce
2023 · Tobi Fadiji, Tafadzwa Kaseke, et al. · Springer eBooks · 2
Postharvest Physiological Disorders of Plum
2025 · Tafadzwa Kaseke, Tobi Fadiji, et al. · Apple Academic Press eBooks · 1
Correction: Determination of moisture loss of pomegranate cultivars under cold and shelf storage conditions and control strategies
2023 · Robert Lufu, Alemayehu Ambaw, et al. · Sustainable Food Technology · 1
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Changes in peel surface structures of pomegranate fruit (‘Wonderful’) during storage
2022 · R. Lufu, A. Ambaw, et al. · Acta Horticulturae · 1
Unpacking the influence of internal packaging on cooling characteristics and postharvest quality of pomegranate fruit
2017 · Robert Lufu · SUNScholar (Stellenbosch University) · 1
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Modified atmosphere packaging and controlled atmosphere packaging
2026 · Umezuruike Linus Opara, Kasiemobi Chiagozie Ezora, et al. · Elsevier eBooks
List of contributors
2026 · Benu Adhikari, Najmeenah Akhter, et al. · Elsevier eBooks
Advanced Postharvest Strategies: The Role of Preservatives and Innovative Technologies in Enhancing Fruit and Vegetable Quality and Safety
2026 · Tafadzwa Kaseke, Tobi Fadiji, et al. · Springer eBooks
Author response for "Determination of moisture loss of pomegranate cultivars under cold and shelf storage conditions and control strategies"
2022 · Robert Lufu, Alemayehu Ambaw, et al.
Analysing the dynamics of water loss in pomegranate cultivars (‘Acco’, ‘Herskawitz’ and ‘Wonderful’) under prolonged shelf storage
2022 · R. Lufu, A. Ambaw, et al. · Acta Horticulturae
Works count: 27
Citation count: 701
H-index: 10
I10-index: 10
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