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246. Hou, X., Liu, X., Li, Y., Wu, K., Zhao, G., Zhang, B., Qiao, D.*, & Xie, F. (2026). Sodium alginate-type B gelatin double-network hydrogels: the dual actions of ionic crosslinking and the salting-out effect. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 338(1), 149743. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.149743

245. Cao, X., Feng, K., Wang, Y., Wang, Y., Han, C.*, Ma, M., Sun, Q., Xie, F., & Li, M.* (2025). Effect of edible ethanol-induced redistribution of gluten proteins on fresh noodle quality and starch digestibility. Food Chemistry, 497, 146962. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2025.146962

244. Ma, L., Bai, J., Yu, L.*, Duan, Q., Song, Y., Tang, Z., Xie, F., Li, Z.*, Liu, X., Yu, X., & Xie, D. (2025). Preparation and characterizations of slow-releasing humic acid fertilizer loaded in starch-based hydrogel. Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 13(6), 119914. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jece.2025.119914

243. He, R., Li, S., Wang, J., Zhu, Z., Luo, W., Pan, K., Xie, F.*, Chen, Y.*, & Yang, T.* (2026). Rapid-gelating starch from potential ginger processing waste: Multi-scale structural analysis enabling high-precision 3D printing for health-focused food applications. Food Hydrocolloids, 172(3), 112130. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2025.112130 [Gold OA]

242. Luo, Y., Ma, Y., Li, J., Ge, G., Xie, F.*, Bai, B.*, Dai, W., Wu, H., & Liu, Y. (202x). Photothermal-responsive release of pesticides from sodium alginate-based composite beads: A sustainable delivery system enhanced by nanodiamonds. Colloid and Polymer Science, xxx(xxx), xxxx. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00396-025-05520-6

241. Wang, Y., Wei, T., Zhang, W., Sun, X., Ma, L., Wang, F., Sun, Q., Wang, J., Li, M.*, & Xie, F.* (2025). Curdlan enhances the structural stability and functional properties of sweet potato starch gels: Mechanistic insights from gelatinization, retrogradation, and multiscale characterization. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 330(2), 148119. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.148119 [Gold OA]

240. Qu, Y., Liu, Y., Shi, K., Wang, J., Wang, Y., Ma, M., Sun, Q., Xie, F.*, & Li, M.* (2025). High-performance edible alginate straws constructed with zein coatings by phase separation and electrostatic assembly after gradient diffusion. Food Packaging and Shelf Life, 52, 101634. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fpsl.2025.101634 [Gold OA]

239. Liu, Y., Li, X., Chen, L., Feng, F., Sun, C., Xu, Y., Sun, X., Li, M., Sun, Q., Xu, X., Xie, F.*, & Wang, Y.* (2026). Curdlan modulates potato starch gelatinization and gelation: Mechanisms of interaction, structural enhancement, and texture improvement in hydrogel foods. Food Hydrocolloids, 172(2), 112033. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2025.112033 [Gold OA]

238. Li, M., Xu, S., Li, Y., Xiong, Y., Liu, Y., Zhao, G., Zhang, B., Chen, J.*, Qiao, D.*, & Xie, F. (2025). Improvement mechanism of network structure and gel strength of konjac glucomannan/xanthan synergistic interaction gel induced by directional freeze-thaw treatment. Food Research International, 221(4), 117505. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodres.2025.117505

237. Pan, M., Bretcanu, O., Xie, F., Deehan, D., & Novakovic, K.* (2025). Uncovering the dominant role of ionic strength in chitosan-genipin and chitosan-genipin-apatite wollastonite gelation kinetics and resulting hydrogel properties. Carbohydrate Polymers, 369, 124328. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2025.124328 [Gold OA]

236. Ji, X., Tao, Y.*, Zhang, N., Chen, X., Yan, B., Zhao, J., Chen, W., Fan, D., & Xie, F. (2025). Gluten-free noodles: Materials, processing, formation mechanisms, and quality enhancement strategies. Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, 24(5), e70281. https://doi.org/10.1111/1541-4337.70281 [Review article]

235. Su, Q., Hu, H., Wei, Y., Huang, X., Huang, B., Xie, F.*, & Chen, P.* (2025). Synergistic heat-moisture-ultrasound modification enhances starch-glutelin interactions: a pathway to tailored physicochemical properties and reduced digestibility in purple rice blends. Carbohydrate Polymers, 369, 124267. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2025.124267 [Gold OA]

234. Xie, W., Wang, P., Zhao, R., Shi, K., Ma, M., Wang, Y., Sun, Q., Li, M.*, & Xie, F. (2025). Effect of cooking condiments on swelling and starch-gluten matrix structural/molecular changes of cooked noodles. Food Chemistry, 493(3), 145943. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2025.145943

233. Dai, C., Qiao, D., Li, B., Xie, F.*, & Zhang, B.* (2025). Molecular aggregates of wheat starch–protein systems: Structural disruption and engineered digestibility via non-covalent synergy. Aggregate, 6(9), e70115. https://doi.org/10.1002/agt2.70115 [Gold OA] [Journal Front Cover: https://doi.org/10.1002/agt2.70165 ]

232. Sun, F., Zhang, Y., Zhang, B.*, Qiao, D.*, & Xie, F. (2025). Fibrous protein gels: Nanoscale features governing gelation behavior and gel properties. Advances in Colloid and Interface Science, 344, 103596. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cis.2025.103596 [Review article]

231. Zhou, X., Wu, S., Liu, P.*, Wang, L.*, & Xie, F.* (2025). Hybrid bioink of methyacrylated starch with minimal methacrylated chitosan enables high-precision 3D printing for complex tissue scaffolds. Carbohydrate Polymers, 367, 124023. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2025.124023 [Gold OA]

230. Niu, Z., Liu, X., Li, Y., Zhou, M., Liu, Y., Zhang, B., Zhao, G., Chen, J., Qiao, D.*, & Xie, F. (2026). Partially removing galactose unit on tamarind gum improves the gel-related features of tamarind gum/xanthan gels by strengthening their synergistic assembly. Food Hydrocolloids, 170, 111728. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2025.111728

229. Ramasamy, M. S.*, Kaliannagounder, V. K., Novakovic, K., Tang, F., Kar-Narayan, S., & Xie, F.* (2025). Biopolymer-based 4D printing: achieving heightened printability and shape morphing with composites of alginate and calcium ion-infused 2D vermiculite. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 320(1), 145652. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.145652 [Gold OA]

228. Zou, Z., Li, M., Song, Q., Guo, B.*, Zhou, G.*, & Xie, F. (2025). Regulation of retrogradation and textural properties of mung bean starch gels during storage: Role of cooling rate. Carbohydrate Polymers, 366, 123915. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2025.123915

227. Wei, T., Liu, W., Huang, J., Ji, N., Sun, Q., Li, M.*, Ma, M.*, & Xie, F. (2025). Effects of combination of UV-B irradiation and drying on the physicochemical properties of key components and processing quality of germinated whole wheat flour. Journal of Cereal Science, 124, 104213. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcs.2025.104213

226. Zhai, H., Lan, G., Duan, Q., Huang, W., Zhu, L., Xie, F.*, & Chen, P.* (2025). Synergistic enhancement of corn starch gel functionality: Soluble soybean polysaccharide and soybean oil enhance texture and improve water retention during partial gelatinization. Food Hydrocolloids, 168, 111541. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2025.111541 [Gold OA]

225. Thomas, R., Wang, F., Suginta, W., Chang, C.-Y., & Xie, F.* (2025). Sodium alginate/cuprous oxide composite materials with antibacterial properties: A preliminary study revealing the counteracting effects of oligosaccharides in the matrix. Foods, 14(10), 1666. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods14101666 [Gold OA]

224. Zhou, Q., Duan, Q., Zhai, H., Xie, F., Huang, Y., Xie, F.*, & Chen, P.* (2025). V-type granular starches derived from different starch varieties: An exploration of the relationships between structure, physicochemical properties, and emulsifiability. Food Science and Biotechnology, 34, 2733-2747. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10068-025-01898-9 [Gold OA]

223. Li, Z., Duan, Q., Mo, Y., Xie, F., Zhou, Q., Sun, P., Lu, C., Xie, F.*, & Chen, P.* (2025). Effects of Alpinia oxyphylla fructus polysaccharide on the gelatinization, retrogradation, structural characteristics, antioxidant activity, and in vitro digestibility of corn starch. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 310(3), 143284. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.143284 [Gold OA]

222. Tan, X., Wu, F., Guo, Z., Xie, F.*, Song, C., Xia, X., Guo, L., Feng, Y., & He, Z.* (2025). Amylose content controls the structures and digestibility of starch-lipid complexes during microwave postprocessing. Carbohydrate Polymers, 358, 123530. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2025.123530 [Gold OA]

221. Wang, S., Duan, Q., Xie, F., Fu, J., Zhai, H., Xie, F., & Chen, P.* (2025). Impact of soy protein isolate addition on corn starch during gelatinization: exploring the mechanism behind physicochemical property changes. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 105(10), 5388-5401. https://doi.org/10.1002/jsfa.14261

220. Feng, J., Zhong, L., Yang, Z., Tang, C.-Y., Law, W.-C., Wu, R.*, & Xie, F.* (2025). Selective adsorption of lead in mixed metals wastewater system by lignin-carbon-supported titanate nanoflower BC@TNS adsorbent: Performance and mechanism. Coatings, 15(3), 317. https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings15030317 [Gold OA]

219. Qiao, D., Li, M., Chen, J., Lin, L., Lu, J., Zhao, G., Zhang, B.*, & Xie, F. (2025). Combination of crosslinked zein film enhances the water barrier and mechanical properties of deacetylated konjac glucomannan/agar-based bilayer films. Food Chemistry, 475, 143350. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2025.143350

218. Gao, C., Zhang, N., Chen, Y., Xie, F.*, Meng, L., & Tang, X.* (2025). Enhancing the hydrophobicity of chitosan films through hierarchical plant wax particles and dilute chitosan solution coatings. Foods, 14(4), 610. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods14040610 [Gold OA]

217. Wang, J., Liu, Y., Sun, Q., Li, M.*, Wang, Y.*, & Xie, F. (2025). Curdlan incorporation enhances the cooking, rheological, and textural attributes of thermally sterilized rice noodles. Foods, 14(4), 674. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods14040674 [Gold OA]

216. Sun, X., Liu, Y., Li, X., Chen, L., Li, M., Sun, Q., Wang, F., Hao, J., Xie, F.*, & Wang, Y.* (2025). Curdlan inclusion modifies the rheological properties and the helix-coil transition behavior of gelatin and increases the flexibility of gelatin films. Food Chemistry, 469, 142567. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.142567 [Gold OA]

215. Yan, Y., Huang, Z., Zhu, Z., Xie, F.*, Yang, T., Zeng, L., Jiang, Z., Du, J., Chen, Y.*, & Niu, D.* (2025). Natural starches suitable for 3D printing: Rhizome and seed starch from Millettia speciosa champ, a non-conventional source. Carbohydrate Polymers, 351, 123104. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.123104 [Gold OA]

214. Li, W., Zhang, K., Qin, Y., Li, M., Li, H., Guo, M., Xu, T., Sun, Q., Ji, N.*, & Xie, F. (2025). Effects of sodium chloride on the textural attributes, rheological properties, microstructure, and 3D printing performance of rice starch-curdlan composite gel. Food Chemistry, 465(1), 141986. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.141986

213. Chen, Y., Rao, Y., Liu, P.*, Han, Z.*, & Xie, F.* (2024). Facile fabrication of a starch-based wood adhesive showcasing water resistance, flame retardancy, and antibacterial properties via a dual crosslinking strategy. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 282(4), 137180. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.137180 [Gold OA]

212. Teng, Z., Huang, X., Zhang, C., Liu, X., Li, Y., Wang, C.-S.*, Liu, X.*, & Xie, F. (2025). Xanthan gum modulation of octenyl succinic anhydrate starch-based high internal phase emulsions: Characterization, rheological behavior, and 3D printing applications. Food Chemistry, 464(3), 141813. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.141813

211. Li, K., Liu, X., Jiang, F., Zhang, B., Qiao, D.*, & Xie, F.* (2024). In the process of polysaccharide gel formation: A review of the role of competitive relationship between water and alcohol molecules. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 281(3), 136398. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.136398 [Gold OA] [Review article]

210. Xie, W., Jia, R., Qu, Y., Ma, M.*, Wang, Y., Li, H., Sun, Q., Li, M.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Response of the distribution and molecular transition of gluten proteins and quality of Chinese steamed bread to different hydration levels. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 280(2), 135784. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.135784

209. Chen, Y., Zhu, Z., Shi, K., Jiang, Z., Guan, C., Zhang, L.*, Yang, T.*, & Xie, F.* (2024). Shellac-based materials: Structures, properties, and applications. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 279(1), 135102. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.135102 [Gold OA] [Review article]

208. Guo, Y., Qiao, D., Zhao, S., Zhang, B.*, & Xie, F.* (2024). Advanced functional chitosan-based nanocomposite materials for performance-demanding applications. Progress in Polymer Science, 157, 101872. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.progpolymsci.2024.101872 [Gold OA] [Review article]

207. Ren, F., Liu, X., Xie, F.*, & Wang, S.* (2024). Phase transition and gel properties of chemically modified cassava starch in choline acetate and water mixtures. Carbohydrate Polymers, 345, 122560. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122560 [Gold OA]

206. Huang, X., Zhao, F., Teng, Z., Li, Y., Zhang, C., Liu, X.*, Li, S.*, & Xie, F. (2025). Electrospinning of emulsions stabilized by octenylsuccinylated starch and pullulan. Food Hydrocolloids, 158, 110482. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2024.110482

205. Guo, T., Xie, F.*, & Chen, L.* (2024). Oxidation-induced starch molecular degradation: A comprehensive kinetic investigation using NaClO/NaBr/TEMPO system. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 277(2), 134283. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134283 [Gold OA]

204. Xie, F.* (2024). Alginate-based nanocomposites for food preservation: Recent progress showcasing heightened material properties and functionalities. Advanced Nanocomposites, 1(1), 248-274. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.adna.2024.07.002 [Gold OA] [Review article]

203. Qiao, D., Huang, Y., Hou, X., Ye, F., Wu, K., Jiang, F., Zhao, G.*, Zhang, B., & Xie, F.* (2024). Enhancing thermal stability and mechanical resilience in gelatin/starch composites through polyvinyl alcohol integration. Carbohydrate Polymers, 344, 122528. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122528 [Gold OA]

202. Vukajlovic, D., Timmons, R., Macesic, S., Sanderson, J., Xie, F., Abdelghany, T. M., Smith, E., Lau, W. M., Ng, K. W., & Novakovic, K.* (2024). Mathematical modelling of genipin-bovine serum albumin interaction using fluorescence intensity measurements. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 276(1), 133850. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.133850 [Gold OA]

201. Niu, Z., Li, K., Guo, Y., Zhao, G., Wu, K., Hou, X., Qiao, D.*, Jiang, F., Zhang, B.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Assembly behavior and nano-scale microstructure of tamarind gum/xanthan synergistic interaction gels. Food Hydrocolloids, 157, 110392. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2024.110392

200. Zhu, J., Xie, F., Qiu, Z.*, & Chen, L.* (2024). Effect of active carbonyl-carboxyl ratio on dynamic Schiff base crosslinking and its modulation of high-performance oxidized starch-chitosan hydrogel by hot extrusion 3D printing. Carbohydrate Polymers, 343, 122438. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122438

199. Zou, J., Zhang, K., Li, W., Qin, Y., Sun, Q., Ji, N.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Exploring the role of the thick and dense calcium alginate shell on the anti-digestibility mechanism of corn starch/carboxymethyl cellulose/calcium alginate liquid-core beads prepared by reverse spherification. Food Hydrocolloids, 156, 110357. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2024.110357

198. Wei, H., Ma, Q., Gao, R., Fan, J., Zhao, M., Li, M., Sun, Q., Xu, X., Xie, F.*, & Wang, Y.* (2024). Tailoring hydroxypropyl starch films with curdlan for enhanced properties for edible packaging. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 274(1), 133260. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.133260 [Gold OA]

197. Xian, D., Wu, L., Lin, K., Liu, P.*, Wu, S., Yuan, Y.*, & Xie, F.* (2024). Augmenting corn starch gel printability for architectural 3D modeling for customized food. Food Hydrocolloids, 156, 110294. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2024.110294 [Gold OA]

196. Nawaz, H.*, He, A., Wu, Z.*, Wang, X., Jiang, Y., Ullah, A., Xu, F., & Xie, F. (2024). Revisiting various mechanistic approaches for cellulose dissolution in different solvent systems: A comprehensive review. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 273(1), 133012. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.133012 [Review article]

195. Liu, Y., Peng, W., Wei, T., Yuan, Y., Cao, X., Ma, M., Sun, Q., Li, M.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Strong, anti-swelling, and biodegradable seaweed-based straws with surface mineralized CaCO₃ armor. Carbohydrate Polymers, 341, 122347. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122347

194. Qiao, D.*, Li, Y., Luo, M., Ye, F., Lin, L., Jiang, F., Zhao, G.*, Zhang, B., & Xie, F. (2024). Konjac glucomannan/xanthan synergistic interaction gel: Effect of the fine structure of xanthan on enthalpy driven assembly behavior and gel strength. Food Hydrocolloids, 155, 110227.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2024.110227

193. Lin, Z., Zhan, L., Qin, K., Li, Y., Qin, Y., Yang, L., Sun, Q., Ji, N.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Design and characterization of a novel core–shell nano delivery system based on zein and carboxymethylated short-chain amylose for encapsulation of curcumin. Foods, 13(12), 1837. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods13121837 [Gold OA]

192. Wang, J., Liu, Y., Zhao, M., Sun, Q., Li, M.*, Wang, Y.*, Zhang, Y., & Xie, F. (2024). Effect of curdlan addition and thermal sterilization on the structural and properties of rice starch gel. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 271(2), 132593. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.132593

191. Zhang, X., Shen, H., Qiao, J., Li, S., Yang, X., Liu, X., Zhang, Y., Zhang, H., Zhao, X., Wang, H.*, & Xie, F.* (2024). Impact of flaxseed gum on the aggregate structure, pasting properties, and rheological behavior of waxy rice starch. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 270(1), 132421. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.132421 [Gold OA]

190. Zou, J., Lin, Z., Zhan, L., Qin, Y., Sun, Q., Ji, N.*, & Xie, F. (2024). A short linear glucan nanocomposite hydrogel formed by in situ self-assembly with highly elastic, fatigue-resistant and self-recovery. Carbohydrate Polymers, 340, 122241. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122241

189. Chen, Y., Rao, Y., Liu, P.*, Wu, L., Zhang, G., Zhang, J.*, Xie, F.* (2024). High-amylose starch-based gel as green adhesive for plywood: Adhesive property, water-resistance, and flame-retardancy. Carbohydrate Polymers, 339, 122247. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122247 [Gold OA]

188. Liu, Y., Li, N., Zhang, X., Wei, T., Ma, M., Sun, Q., Li, M.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Eco-friendly drinking straws: Navigating challenges and innovations. Trends in Food Science & Technology, 148, 104511. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tifs.2024.104511 [Review article]

187. Qiu, Z., Li, R., Chen, J.*, Chen, L.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Favored CH-π interaction between enzymatically modified high amylose starch and resveratrol improves digestion resistance. Food Hydrocolloids, 154, 110137. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2024.110137

186. Cai, S., Su, Q., Zhou, Q., Duan, Q., Huang, W., Huang, W., Xie, X., Chen, P.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Purple rice starch in wheat: Effect on retrogradation dependent on addition amount. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 268(2), 131788. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131788

185. Xie, F.*, Gao, C., & Avérous, L.* (2024). Alginate-based materials: Enhancing properties through multiphase formulation design and processing innovation. Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports, 159, 100799. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mser.2024.100799 [Gold OA] [Review article]

184. Zhan, L., Lin, Z., Li, W., Qin, Y., Sun, Q., Ji, N.*, & Xie, F. (2024). The construction of sodium alginate/carboxymethyl chitosan microcapsules as the physical barrier to reduce corn starch digestion. Foods, 13(9), 1355. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods13091355 [Gold OA]

183. Sanandiya, N. D., Pai, A. R., Seyedin, S., Tang, F., Thomas, S., & Xie, F.* (2024). Chitosan-based electroconductive inks without chemical reaction for cost-effective and versatile 3D printing for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding and strain-sensing applications. Carbohydrate Polymers, 337, 122161. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122161 [Gold OA]

182. Xie, F.* (2024). Natural polymer starch-based materials for flexible electronic sensor development: A review of recent progress. Carbohydrate Polymers, 337, 122116. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122116 [Gold OA] [Review article]

181. Wang, H., Liu, J., Zhang, Y., Li, S., Liu, X., Zhang, Y., Zhao, X., Shen, H., Xie, F., Xu, K., & Zhang, H.* (2024). Insights into the hierarchical structure and physicochemical properties of starch isolated from fermented dough. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 267(2), 131315.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131315

180. Ye, Y., Zhang, L., Zhu, Z., Xie, F., Meng, L., Yang, T., Qian, J.-Y., & Chen, Y.* (2024). Facile superhydrophobic modification on HPMC film using polydimethylsiloxane and starch granule coatings. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 266(1), 131191. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131191

179. Wang, K., Cheng, Z., Qiao, D., Xie, F.*, Zhao, S., & Zhang, B.* (2025). Polysaccharide–dextrin thickened fluids for individuals with dysphagia: Recent advances in flow behaviors and swallowing assessment methods. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 65(12), 2236-2260. https://doi.org/10.1080/10408398.2024.2330711 [Gold OA] [Review article]

178. Tan, X., Huang, Y., Muhammad, U., Song, C., Zhang, S., Xia, X., Feng, Y., Guo, L., Wang, G.*, He, Z.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Dissolution and regeneration of starch in hydroxyl-functionalized ionic liquid aqueous solution. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 264(2), 130775. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.130775

177. Lan, G., Xie, S., Duan, Q., Huang, W., Zhou, J., Chen, P.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Effect of soybean polysaccharide and soybean oil on gelatinization and retrogradation properties of corn starch. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 264(2), 130772. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.130772

176. Hou, X., Lin, L., Li, K., Jiang, F., Qiao, D.*, Zhang, B., & Xie, F.* (2024). Towards superior biopolymer gels by enabling interpenetrating network structures: A review on types, applications, and gelation strategies. Advances in Colloid and Interface Science, 325, 103113. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cis.2024.103113 [Gold OA] [Review article]

175. Guo, Y., Qiao, D., Zhao, S., Liu, P., Xie, F.*, & Zhang, B.* (2024). Biofunctional chitosan–biopolymer composites for biomedical applications. Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports, 159, 100775. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mser.2024.100775 [Gold OA] [Review article]

174. Su, Q., Cai, S., Duan, Q., Huang, W., Huang, Y., Chen, P.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Combined effect of heat moisture and ultrasound treatment on the physicochemical, thermal and structural properties of new variety of purple rice starch. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 261(2), 129748. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.129748

173. Xie, S., Li, Z., Duan, Q., Huang, W., Huang, W., Deng, Y., Chen, P.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Reducing oil absorption in pea starch through two-step annealing with varying temperatures. Food Hydrocolloids, 150, 109701. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2023.109701

172. Zhang, Y., Xie, S., Huang, W., Zhan, L., Huang, Y., Chen, P.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Fabrication and characterization of complex coacervates utilizing gelatin and carboxymethyl starch. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 104(6), 3585-3593. https://doi.org/10.1002/jsfa.13242

171. Qiao, D., Zhang, Y., Lin, L., Li, K., Zhu, F., Wang, G., Xi, G.*, Jiang, F., Zhang, B.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Revealing the role of λ-carrageenan on the enhancement of gel-related properties of acid-induced soy protein isolate/λ-carrageenan system. Food Hydrocolloids, 150, 109608. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2023.109608

170. Wang, J., Ma, Q., Cai, P., Sun, X., Sun, Q., Li, M.*, Wang, Y.*, Zhong, L., & Xie, F. (2024). On the investigation of composite cooling/heating set gel systems based on rice starch and curdlan. Food Chemistry, 438, 137960. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2023.137960

169. Xi, W., Liu, P.*, Ling, J., Xian, D., Wu, L., Yuan, Y., Zhang, J.*, & Xie, F.* (2024). Pre-gelatinized high-amylose starch enables easy preparation of flexible and antimicrobial composite films for fresh fruit preservation. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 254(2), 127938. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127938 [Gold OA]

168. Magee, E., Xie, F., Farris, S., Dsouza, A., Constantinidou, C., Zak, A., Tenne, R., & McNally, T.* (2024). Polyelectrolyte complexation of chitosan and WS₂ nanotubes. Advanced Materials Interfaces, 11(6), 2300501. https://doi.org/10.1002/admi.202300501 [Gold OA]

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166. Huang, X., Teng, Z., Xie, F., Wang, G., Li, Y., Liu, X.*, & Li, S.* (2024). Loading of cinnamon essential oil into electrospun octenylsuccinylated starch-pullulan nanofiber mats: Electrospinnability evaluation, structural characterization, and antibacterial potential. Food Hydrocolloids, 148(A), 109426. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2023.109426

165. Liu, Y., Wei, T., Xie, W., Yuan, Y., Wang, Y., Qin, Y., Ma, M., Sun, Q., Li, M.*, & Xie, F. (2023). Preparation of green and degradable seaweed-based straws by directional diffusion assembly as a plastic substitute. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 11(45), 16310-16321. https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.3c05210 [Full text: ACS Articles on Request]

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163. Qiao, D., Luo, M., Li, Y., Jiang, F., Zhang, B.*, & Xie, F. (2024). Evolutions of synergistic binding between Konjac glucomannan and xanthan with high pyruvate group content induced by monovalent and divalent cation concentration. Food Chemistry, 432, 137237. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2023.137237

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159. Li, M., Hou, X., Lin, L., Jiang, F., Qiao, D.*, & Xie, F.* (2023). Legume protein/polysaccharide food hydrogels: Preparation methods, improvement strategies and applications. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 243, 125217. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.125217 [Gold OA] [Review article]

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157. Umair, M., Sultana, T., Xun, S., Jabbar, S., Rajoka, M. S. R., Albahi, A.*, Abid, M., Ranjha, M. M. A. N., El-Seedi, H. R., Xie, F., Khan, K. u. R., Liqing, Z.*, & Zhendan, H.* (2023). Advances in the application of functional nanomaterial and cold plasma for the fresh-keeping active packaging of meat. Food Science & Nutrition, 11(10), 5753-5772. https://doi.org/10.1002/fsn3.3540 [Gold OA] [Review article]

156. Mao, T., Feng, H., Wu, J., Li, M., Luo, S., Chen, J., Wei, X.*, Liu, P.*, & Xie, F.* (2023). Waterborne organic silicone polyurethane with excellent self-healing performance for oil/water-separation and oil-recovery applications. Sustainable Materials and Technologies, 36, e00631. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.susmat.2023.e00631 [Gold OA]

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153. Cao, P., Amiralian, N., Wang, J., Sun, B., Popat, A., Xie, F., Xu, Z. P., Li, Y., & Li, L.* (2023). Engineering nano-cellulose bio-composites to improve protein delivery for oral vaccination. Biomaterials Advances, 149, 213400. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bioadv.2023.213400

152. Zhang, B., Guo, Y., Lin, L., Qiao, D.*, & Xie, F.* (2023). For efficient treatment of starch using aqueous ionic liquid at room temperature. Sustainable Materials and Technologies, 36, e00592. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.susmat.2023.e00592 [Gold OA]

151. Goksen, G., Demir, D., Dhama, K., Kumar, M., Shao, P., Xie, F., Echegaray, N., & Lorenzo, J. M.* (2023). Mucilage polysaccharide as a plant secretion: Potential trends in food and biomedical applications. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 230, 123146. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.123146 [Gold OA]

150. Zhang, L., Gao, C., Wang, Z., Xie, F., Chen, Y., Meng, L.*, & Tang, X.* (2023). Structure and properties of thermomechanically processed chitosan-based biomimetic composite materials: Effect of chitosan molecular weight. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 11(2), 708-717. https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.2c05843 [Full text: ACS Articles on Request]

149. Huang, Y., Xie, F.*, Cai, S., Huang, Y., Du, B., Li, P., & Chen, P.* (2022). Inca peanut seed albumin promotes the retrogradation of corn starch. ACS Food Science & Technology, 2(11), 1766-1772. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.2c00245 [Gold OA] [Full text: ACS Articles on Request]

148. Tang, S., Wu, Z.*, Li, X., Xie, F., Ye, D., Ruiz-Hitzky, E., Wei, L., & Wang, X.* (2023). Nacre-inspired biodegradable nanocellulose/MXene/AgNPs films with high strength and superior gas barrier properties. Carbohydrate Polymers, 299, 120204. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2022.120204

147. Wang, J., Sun, X., Xu, X., Sun, Q., Li, M.*, Wang, Y.*, & Xie, F. (2022). Wheat flour-based edible films: Effect of gluten on the rheological properties, structure, and film characteristics. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 23(19), 11668. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms231911668 [Gold OA]

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145. Duan, Q., Chen, Y.*, Yu, L., & Xie, F.* (2022). Chitosan–gelatin films: Plasticizers/nanofillers affect chain interactions and material properties in different ways. Polymers, 14(18), 3797. https://doi.org/10.3390/polym14183797 [Gold OA]

144. Ahmad, M. M., Chatha, S. A. S., Iqbal, Y., Hussain, A. I., Khan, I., & Xie, F.* (2022). Recent trends in extraction, purification, and antioxidant activity evaluation of plant leaf-extract polysaccharides. Biofuels, Bioproducts & Biorefining, 16(6), 1820-1848. https://doi.org/10.1002/bbb.2405 [Gold OA] [Review article]

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142. Mao, T., Xiao, R., Liu, P., Chen, J., Luo, J., Luo, S., Xie, F.*, & Zheng, C.* (2023). Facile fabrication of durable superhydrophobic fabrics by silicon polyurethane membrane for oil/water separation. Chinese Journal of Chemical Engineering, 55, 73-83. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cjche.2022.05.003 [Gold OA]

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139. Ren, F., Wang, J., Yu, J., Zhong, C., Xie, F., & Wang, S.* (2022). Green synthesis of acetylated maize starch in different imidazolium carboxylate and choline carboxylate ionic liquids. Carbohydrate Polymers, 288, 119353. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2022.119353

138. Xiao, Y., Xie, F.*, Luo, H., Tang, R., & Hou, J.* (2022). Electrospinning SA@PVDF-HFP core–shell nanofibers based on a visual light transmission response to alcohol for intelligent packaging. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 14(6), 8437-8447. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsami.1c23055 [Full text: ACS Articles on Request]

137. Wu, Z., Qiao, D., Zhao, S., Lin, Q., Zhang, B.*, & Xie, F.* (2022). Nonthermal physical modification of starch: An overview of recent research into structure and property alterations. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 203, 153-175. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.01.103 [Gold OA] [Review article]

136. Wang, Y., Wang, J., Sun, Q., Xu, X., Li, M.*, & Xie, F.* (2022). Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose hydrocolloid systems: Effect of hydroxypropy group content on the phase structure, rheological properties and film characteristics. Food Chemistry, 379, 132075. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.132075 [Gold OA]

135. Xie, F.* (2021). Sustainable polymer composites: functionality and applications. Functional Composite Materials, 2, 15. https://doi.org/10.1186/s42252-021-00027-z [Gold OA] [Editorial of Special Collection “Sustainable Polymer Composites: Functionality and Applications”]

134. Ren, F., Wang, J., Yu, J., Zhong, C., Xie, F., & Wang, S.* (2021). Dissolution of cellulose in ionic liquid–DMSO mixtures: Roles of DMSO/IL ratio and the cation alkyl chain length. ACS Omega, 6(41), 27225-27232. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsomega.1c03954 [Gold OA]

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132. Zheng, B., Guo, X., Tang, Y., Chen, L.*, & Xie, F.* (2021). Development changes in multi-scale structure and functional properties of waxy corn starch at different stages of kernel growth. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 191, 335-343. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.09.120

131. Chen, P., Xie, F.*, Tang, F., & McNally, T.* (2021). Ionic liquid-plasticised composites of chitosan and hybrid 1D and 2D nanofillers. Functional Composite Materials, 2, 14. https://doi.org/10.1186/s42252-021-00026-0 [Gold OA]

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129. Chen, Y., Duan, Q., Yu, L., & Xie, F.* (2021). Thermomechanically processed chitosan:gelatin films being transparent, mechanically robust and less hygroscopic. Carbohydrate Polymers, 272, 118522. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2021.118522

128. Liu, T., Zhang, B., Wang, L., Zhao, S., Qiao, D.*, Zhang, L., & Xie, F.* (2021). Microwave reheating increases the resistant starch content in cooked rice with high water contents. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 184, 804-811. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.06.136

127. Guo, Y., Qiao, D., Zhao, S., Zhang, B.*, & Xie, F.* (2021). Starch-based materials encapsulating food ingredients: Recent advances in fabrication methods and applications. Carbohydrate Polymers, 270, 118358. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2021.118358 [Review article]

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125. Zhang, B., Yuan, Z., Qiao, D., Zhao, S.*, Lin, Q., & Xie, F.* (2021). Wet ball milling of indica rice starch effectively modifies its multilevel structures and pasting behavior. ACS Food Science & Technology, 1(4), 636-643. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.0c00159 [Full text: ACS Articles on Request] [Journal Front Cover]

124. Guo, Y., Zhang, B., Zhao, S., Qiao, D.*, & Xie, F.* (2021). Plasticized starch/agar composite films: Processing, morphology, structure, mechanical properties and surface hydrophilicity. Coatings, 11(3), 311. https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings11030311 [Gold OA]

123. Li, N., Qiao, D., Zhao, S., Lin, Q., Zhang, B.*, & Xie, F.* (2021). 3D printing to innovate biopolymer materials for demanding applications: A review. Materials Today Chemistry, 20, 100459. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mtchem.2021.100459 [Review article]

122. Chen, P., Xie, F.*, Tang, F., & McNally, T.* (2021). Cooperative effects of cellulose nanocrystals and sepiolite when combined on ionic liquid plasticised chitosan materials. Polymers, 13(4), 571. https://doi.org/10.3390/polym13040571 [Gold OA]

121. Liu, Z., Chen, L.*, Bie, P., Xie, F., & Zheng, B.* (2021). An insight into the structural evolution of waxy maize starch chains during growth based on nonlinear rheology. Food Hydrocolloids, 116, 106655. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2021.106655

120. Zan, K., Wang, J., Ren, F., Yu, J., Wang, S., Xie, F.*, & Wang, S.* (2021). Structural disorganization of cereal, tuber and bean starches in aqueous ionic liquid at room temperature: Role of starch granule surface structure. Carbohydrate Polymers, 258, 117677. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2021.117677

119. Long, S., Zhong, L., Lin, X., Chang, X., Wu, F., Wu, R.*, & Xie, F.* (2021). Preparation of formyl cellulose and its enhancement effect on the mechanical and barrier properties of polylactic acid films. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 172, 82-92. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.01.029

118. Wang, Y., Yu, L.*, Sun, Q., & Xie, F.* (2021). Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and hydroxypropyl starch: Rheological and gelation effects on the phase structure of their mixed hydrocolloid system. Food Hydrocolloids, 115, 106598. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2021.106598

117. Chen, P., Xie, F.*, Tang, F., & McNally, T.* (2021). Influence of plasticiser type and nanoclay on the properties of chitosan-based materials. European Polymer Journal, 114, 110225. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2020.110225 [Gold OA]

116. Li, N., Zhao, S., Qiao, D., Lin, Q., Zhang, B.*, & Xie, F.* (2021). Multiscale structural disorganization of indica rice starch under microwave treatment with high water contents. ACS Food Science & Technology, 1(1), 45-53. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.0c00080 [Full text: ACS Articles on Request] [Journal Supplementary Cover]

115. Liu, P., Ma, C., Li, Y., Wang, L.*, Wei, L., Yan, Y., & Xie, F.* (2020). Facile preparation of eco-friendly, flexible starch-based materials with ionic conductivity and strain-responsiveness. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 8(51), 19117-19128. https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.0c07473 [Full text: ACS Articles on Request] [Journal Supplementary Cover]

114. Tan, X., Wang, G., Zhong, L., Xie, F., Lan, P., & Chi, B.* (2021). Regeneration behavior of chitosan from ionic liquid using water and alcohols as anti-solvents. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 166, 940-947. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.10.251

113. Chen, P., Xie, F.*, Tang, F., & McNally, T.* (2021). Graphene oxide enhanced ionic liquid plasticisation of chitosan/alginate bionanocomposites. Carbohydrate Polymers, 253, 117231. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2020.117231 [Gold OA]

112. Chen, P., Xie, F.*, Tang, F., & McNally, T.* (2020). Structure and properties of thermomechanically processed silk peptide and nanoclay filled chitosan. Nanocomposites, 6(3), 125-136. https://doi.org/10.1080/20550324.2020.1820796 [Gold OA]

111. Chen, P., Xie, F.*, & McNally, T.* (2021). Understanding the effects of montmorillonite and sepiolite on the properties of solution-cast chitosan and chitosan/silk peptide composite films. Polymer International, 70(5), 527-535. https://doi.org/10.1002/pi.6103 [Gold OA]

110. Wu, F., Zhou, Z., Liang, M., Zhong, L.*, & Xie, F.* (2021). Ultrasonication improves the structures and physicochemical properties of cassava starch films containing acetic acid. Starch/Stärke, 73(1-2), 2000094. https://doi.org/10.1002/star.202000094

109. He, H., Bian, H., Xie, F.*, & Chen, L.* (2021). Different effects of pectin and κ-carrageenan on the multiscale structures and in vitro digestibility of extruded rice starch. Food Hydrocolloids, 111, 106216. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2020.106216

108. Chen, P., Xie, F.*, Tang, F., & McNally, T.* (2020). Ionic liquid (1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium acetate) plasticization of chitosan-based bionanocomposites. ACS Omega, 5(30), 19070-19081. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsomega.0c02418 [Gold OA] [Full text: ACS Articles on Request]

107. Chen, P., Xie, F.*, Tang, F., & McNally, T.* (2020). Glycerol plasticisation of chitosan/carboxymethyl cellulose composites: Role of interactions in determining structure and properties. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 163, 683-693. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.07.004 [Gold OA]

106. Chen, P., Zhang, Y., Qiao, Q., Tao, X., Liu, P.*, & Xie, F.* (2021). Comparison of the structure and properties of hydroxypropylated acid-hydrolysed maize starches with different amylose/amylopectin contents. Food Hydrocolloids, 110, 106134. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2020.106134

105. Chen, P., Xie, F.*, Tang, F., & McNally, T.* (2020). Unexpected plasticization effects on the structure and properties of polyelectrolyte complexed chitosan/alginate materials. ACS Applied Polymer Materials, 2(7), 2957-2966. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsapm.0c00433 [Full text: ACS Articles on Request] [Gold OA]

104. Chen, P., Xie, F.*, Tang, F., & McNally, T.* (2020). Structure and properties of thermomechanically processed chitosan/carboxymethyl cellulose/graphene oxide polyelectrolyte complexed bionanocomposites. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 158, 420-429. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.04.259 [Gold OA]

103. Liu, Z., Chen, H., Zheng, B., Xie, F.*, & Chen, L.* (2020). Understanding the structure and rheological properties of potato starch induced by hot-extrusion 3D printing. Food Hydrocolloids, 105, 105812. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2020.105812

102. Li, Y., Liu, P.*, Ma, C., Zhang, N., Shang, X., Wang, L., & Xie, F.* (2020). Structural disorganization and chain aggregation of high-amylose starch in different chloride salt solutions. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 8(12), 4838-4847. https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.9b07726 [Full text: ACS Articles on Request] [Journal Supplementary Cover]

101. Ren, F., Wang, J., Xie, F., Zan K., Wang, S., & Wang, S.* (2020). Applications of ionic liquids in starch chemistry: a review. Green Chemistry, 22(7), 2162-2183. https://doi.org/10.1039/C9GC03738A [Review article] [Journal Back Cover: https://doi.org/10.1039/D0GC90041A ]

100. Chen, P., Xie, F.*, Tang, F., & McNally, T.* (2020). Thermomechanical-induced polyelectrolyte complexation between chitosan and carboxymethyl cellulose enabling unexpected hydrolytic stability. Composites Science and Technology, 189, 108031. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compscitech.2020.108031 [Gold OA]

99. He, H., Chi, C., Xie, F.*, Li, X., Liang, Y., & Chen, L.* (2020). Improving the in vitro digestibility of rice starch by thermomechanically assisted complexation with guar gum. Food Hydrocolloids, 102, 105637. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2019.105637

98. Xu, J., Chen, L.*, Guo, X., Liang, Y., & Xie, F.* (2020). Understanding the multi-scale structure and digestibility of different waxy maize starches. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 144, 252-258. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2019.12.110

97. Ren, F., Xie, F., Luan, H., Wang, S., & Wang, S.* (2020). Phase transition of maize starch in aqueous ionic liquids: Effects of water:ionic liquid ratio and cation alkyl chain length. Industrial Crops and Products, 144, 112043. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indcrop.2019.112043

96. Liu, L.*, Ding, J., Sarrigani, G. V., Fitzgerald, P., Merican, Z. M. A., Lim, J.-W., Tseng, H.-H., Xie, F., Zhang, B., & Wang, D. K.* (2020). Enhanced catalyst dispersion and structural control of Co3O4-silica nanocomposites by rapid thermal processing. Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, 262, 118246. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apcatb.2019.118246

95. Chen, F., Xie, F.*, Liu, P., & Chen, P.* (2019). Structure, thermal stability and suspension rheological properties of alcohol–alkali-treated waxy rice starch. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 134, 397-404. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2019.05.009

94. Zhang, B., Gilbert, E. P., Qiao, D.*, Xie, F.*, Wang, D. K., Zhao, S., & Jiang, F. (2019). A further study on supramolecular structure changes of waxy maize starch subjected to alkaline treatment by extended-q small-angle neutron scattering. Food Hydrocolloids, 95, 133-142. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2019.04.031

93. Zhang, B., Zhou, W., Qiao, D., Zhang, P.*, Zhao, S., Zhang, L., & Xie, F.* (2019). Changes in nanoscale chain assembly in sweet potato starch lamellae by downregulation of biosynthesis enzymes. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 67(22), 6302-6312. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jafc.8b06523 [Full text: ACS Articles on Request] [Journal Front Cover]

92. Xu, J., Tan, X., Chen, L.*, Li, X., & Xie, F.* (2019). Starch/microcrystalline cellulose hybrid gels as gastric-floating drug delivery systems. Carbohydrate Polymers, 215, 151-159. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2019.03.078

91. Huang, R., Zhong, L., Xie, F., Wei, L., Gan, L., Wang, X., & Liao, A.* (2019). Purification, characterization and degradation performance of a novel dextranase from Penicillium cyclopium CICC-4022. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 20(6), 1360. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms20061360 [Gold OA]

90. Shang, X., Jiang, H., Wang, Q., Liu, P.*, & Xie, F.* (2019). Cellulose-starch hybrid films plasticized by aqueous ZnCl₂ solution. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 20(3), 474. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms20030474 [Gold OA]

89. Xie, F.*, Zhang, T., Bryant, P., Kurusingal, V., Colwell, J. M., & Laycock, B.* (2019). Degradation and stabilization of polyurethane elastomers. Progress in Polymer Science, 90, 211-268. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.progpolymsci.2018.12.003 [Review article]

88. Meng, L., Xie, F.*, Zhang, B., Wang, D. K., & Yu, L. (2019). Natural biopolymer alloys with superior mechanical properties. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 7(2), 2792-2802. https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.8b06009 [Full text: ACS Articles on Request]

87. Tan, X., Chen, L.*, Li, X., & Xie, F.* (2019). Effect of anti-solvents on the characteristics of regenerated cellulose from 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium acetate ionic liquid. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 124, 314-320. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2018.11.138

86. Liu, P., Li, Y., Shang, X.*, & Xie, F.* (2019). Starch–zinc complex and its reinforcement effect on starch-based materials. Carbohydrate Polymers, 206, 528-538. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2018.11.034

85. Chi, C., Li, X.*, Zhang, Y., Chen, L., Xie, F., Li, Lin, & Bai, G. (2019). Modulating the in vitro digestibility and predicted glycemic index of rice starch gels by complexation with gallic acid. Food Hydrocolloids, 89, 821-828. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2018.11.016

84. Zhang, T., Xie, F.*, Motuzas, J., Bryant, P., Kurusingal, V., Colwell, J. M., & Laycock, B.* (2018). Early-stage photodegradation of aromatic poly(urethane-urea) elastomers. Polymer Degradation and Stability, 157, 181-198. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2018.09.020

83. Chen, H., Xie, F., Chen, L.*, & Zheng, B.* (2019). Effect of rheological properties of potato, rice and corn starches on their hot-extrusion 3D printing behaviors. Journal of Food Engineering, 244, 150-158. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jfoodeng.2018.09.011

82. Xia, L., Huang, Z., Zhong, L.*, Xie, F.*, Tang, C. Y., & Tsui, C. P. (2018). Bagasse cellulose grafted with an amino-terminated hyperbranched polymer for the removal of Cr(VI) from aqueous solution. Polymers, 10(8), 931. https://doi.org/10.3390/polym10080931 [Gold OA]

81. Chen, J., Xie, F.*, Li, X., & Chen, L.* (2018). Ionic liquids for the preparation of biopolymer materials for drug/gene delivery: a review. Green Chemistry, 20(18), 4169-4200. https://doi.org/10.1039/C8GC01120F [Review article]

80. Wang, Y., Yu, L.*, Xie, F.*, Li, S., Sun, Q., Liu, H., & Chen, L. (2018). On the investigation of thermal/cooling-gel biphasic systems based on hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and hydroxypropyl starch. Industrial Crops and Products, 124, 418-428. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indcrop.2018.08.010

79. Liu, K., Tan, X., Li, X., Chen, L.*, & Xie, F.* (2018). Characterization of regenerated starch from 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium acetate ionic liquid with different anti-solvents. Journal of Polymer Science Part B: Polymer Physics, 56(18), 1231-1238. https://doi.org/10.1002/polb.24714

78. Zhang, T., Elma, M., Xie, F., Motuzas, J., Zhang, X., & Wang, D. K.* (2018). Rapid thermally processed hierarchical titania-based hollow fibres with tunable physicochemical and photocatalytic properties. Separation and Purification Technology, 206, 99-106. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seppur.2018.05.063

77. Wang, X., Shang, X.*, Liu, P., Xie, F., Xiao, T., Song, S., & Gong, Z. (2018). Kinetic modeling of palmitamidopropyl betaine synthesis. Journal of Surfactants and Detergents, 21(5), 647-655. https://doi.org/10.1002/jsde.12156

76. Zheng, B., Wang, H., Shang, W., Xie, F., Li, X., Chen, L.*, & Zhou, Z.* (2018). Understanding the digestibility and nutritional functions of rice starch subjected to heat-moisture treatment. Journal of Functional Food, 45, 165-172. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jff.2018.03.041

75. Bao, X., Yu, L.*, Simon, G. P., Shen, S., Xie, F.*, Liu, H., Chen, L., & Zhong, L. (2018). Rheokinetics of graft copolymerization of acrylamide in concentrated starch and rheological behaviors and microstructures of reaction products. Carbohydrate Polymers, 192, 1-9. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2018.03.040

74. Chen, J., Li, X., Chen, L.*, & Xie, F.* (2018). Starch film-coated microparticles for oral colon-specific drug delivery. Carbohydrate Polymers, 191, 242-254. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2018.03.025

73. Ali, A., Xie, F., Yu, L.*, Liu, H.*, Meng, L., Khalid, S., & Chen, L. (2018). Preparation and characterization of starch-based composite films reinfoced by polysaccharide-based crystals. Composites Part B: Engineering, 133, 122-128. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2017.09.017

72. Wang, H., Liu, Y., Chen, L.*, Li, X.*, Wang, J., & Xie, F. (2018). Insights into the multi-scale structure and digestibility of heat-moisture treated rice starch. Food Chemistry, 242, 323-329. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2017.09.014

71. Zheng, B., Xie, F., Situ, W., Chen, L.*, & Li, X.* (2017). Controlled bioactive compound delivery systems based on double polysaccharide film-coated microparticles for liquid products and their release behaviors. Journal of Functional Foods, 37, 272-282. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jff.2017.07.048

70. Zhang, B., Xie, F.*, Shamshina, J. L., Rogers, R. D., McNally, T., Wang, D. K., Halley, P. J., Truss, R. W., Zhao, S., & Chen, L.* (2017). Facile preparation of starch-based electroconductive films with ionic liquid. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 5(6), 5457-5467. https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.7b00788 [Full text: ACS Articles on Request]

69. Qiao, D., Zhang, B.*, Huang, J., Xie, F.*, Wang, D. K., Jiang, F., Zhao, S., & Zhu, J. (2017). Hydration-induced crystalline transformation of starch polymer under ambient conditions. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 103, 152-157. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2017.05.008

68. Chen, X., Liu, P.*, Shang, X., Xie, F.*, Jiang, H., & Wang, J. (2017). Investigation of rheological properties and conformation of cassava starch in zinc chloride solution. Starch/Stärke 69(9-10), 1600384. https://doi.org/10.1002/star.201600384

67. Zhang, B., Xie, F.*, Shamshina, J. L., Rogers, R. D., McNally, T., Halley, P. J., Truss, R. W., Chen, L, & Zhao, S. (2017). Dissolution of starch with aqueous ionic liquid under ambient conditions. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 5(5), 3737-3741. https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.7b00784 [Full text: ACS Articles on Request]

66. Chen, P.*, Xie, F., Zhao, L., Qiao, Q., & Liu, X.* (2017). Effect of acid hydrolysis on the multi-scale structure change of starch with different amylose content. Food Hydrocolloids, 69, 359-368. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2017.03.003

65. Tan, X., Li, X., Chen, L.*, Xie, F.*, Li, L., & Huang, J. (2017). Effect of heat-moisture treatment on multi-scale structures and physicochemical properties of breadfruit starch. Carbohydrate Polymers, 161, 286-294. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2017.01.029

64. Zhang, B., Xie, F., Wang, D. K., Qiao, D.*, Zhao, S., Niu, M., Xiong, S., Jiang, F., Zhu, J., & Yu, L. (2017). An improved approach for evaluating the semicrystalline lamellae of starch granules by synchrotron SAXS. Carbohydrate Polymers, 158, 29-36. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2016.12.002

63. Liu, X.*, Xiao, X., Liu, P., Yu, L., Li, M., Zhou, S., & Xie, F.* (2017). Shear degradation of corn starches with different amylose contents. Food Hydrocolloids, 66, 199-205. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2016.11.023

62. Wang, D. K.*, Elma, M., Motuzas, J., Hou, W.-C., Xie, F., & Zhang, X. (2017). Rational design and synthesis of molecular-sieving, photocatalytic, hollow fiber membranes for advanced water treatment applications. Journal of Membrane Science, 524, 163-173. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.memsci.2016.10.052

61. Qiao, D., Xie, F., Zhang, B.*, Zou, W., Zhao, S., Niu, M., Lv, R., Cheng, Q., Jiang, F., & Zhu, J. (2017). A further understanding of the multi-scale supramolecular structure and digestion rate of waxy starch. Food Hydrocolloid, 65, 24-34. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2016.10.041

60. Xiao, X., Yu, L.*, Xie, F.*, Bao, X., Liu, H., Ji, Z., & Chen, L. (2017). One-step method to prepare starch-based superabsorbent polymer for slow release of fertilizer. Chemical Engineering Journal, 309, 607-616. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cej.2016.10.101

59. Li, N., Niu, M., Zhang, B.*, Zhao, S.*, Xiong, S., & Xie, F.* (2017). Effects of concurrent ball milling and octenyl succinylation on structure and physicochemical properties of starch. Carbohydrate Polymers, 155, 109-116. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2016.08.063

58. Kuang, Q., Xu, J., Liang, Y, Xie, F., Tian, F., Zhou, S., & Liu, X.* (2017). Lamellar structure change of waxy corn starch during gelatinization by time-resolved synchrotron SAXS. Food Hydrocolloids, 62, 43-48. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2016.07.024

57. Xu, B., Li, Q., Zhuang, L., Wang, Q., Li, C., Wang, G.*, Xie, F., & Halley, P. J. (2016). Dissolution and regeneration behavior of chitosan in 3-methyl-1-(ethylacetyl)imidazolium chloride. Fibers and Polymers, 17(11), 1741-1748. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12221-016-6747-6

56. Tan, X., Li, X., Chen, L.*, & Xie, F.* (2016). Solubility of starch and microcrystalline cellulose in 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium acetate ionic liquid and solution rheological properties. Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 18(39), 27584-27593. https://doi.org/10.1039/C6CP04426C

55. Wang, Y., Yu, L.*, Xie, F.*, Zhang, L., Liao, L., Liu, H., & Chen, L. (2016). Morphology and properties of thermal/cooling-gel bi-phasic systems based on hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and hydroxypropyl starch. Composites Part B: Engineering, 101, 46-52. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2016.06.081

54. Chen, J., Liang, Y., Li, X., Chen, L.*, & Xie, F.* (2016). Supramolecular structure of jackfruit seed starch and its relationship with digestibility and physicochemical properties. Carbohydrate Polymers, 150, 269-277. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2016.05.030

53. Zhang, B., Xie, F.*, Zhang, T., Chen, L.*, Li, X., Truss, R. W., Halley, P. J., Shamshina, J. L., McNally, T., & Rogers, R. D. (2016). Different characteristic effects of ageing on starch-based films plasticised by 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium acetate and by glycerol. Carbohydrate Polymers, 146, 67-79. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2016.03.056

52. Bie, P., Li, X., Xie, F., Chen, L.*, Zhang, B.*, & Li, L. (2016). Supramolecular structure and thermal behavior of cassava starch treated by oxygen and helium glow-plasmas. Innovative Food Science and Emerging Technologies, 34, 336-343. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ifset.2016.03.005

51. Qiao, D., Yu, L.*, Liu, H., Zou, W., Xie, F.*, Simon, G., Petinakis, E., Shen, Z., & Chen, L. (2016). Insights into the hierarchical structure and digestion rate of alkali-modulated starches with different amylose contents. Carbohydrate Polymers, 144, 271-281. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2016.02.064

50. Li, L.*, Shi, Z., Zhu, H., Hong, W., Xie, F., & Sun, K. (2016). Adsorption of azo dyes from aqueous solution by the hybrid MOFs/GO. Water Science and Technology, 73(7), 1728-1737. https://doi.org/10.2166/wst.2016.009

49. Yang, J., Xie, F.*, Wen, W., Chen, L., Shang, X., & Liu, P.* (2016). Understanding the structural features of high-amylose maize starch through hydrothermal treatment. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 84, 268-274. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2015.12.033

48. Lin, M., Shang, X.*, Liu, P., Xie, F., Chen, X., Sun, Y., & Wan, J. (2016). Zinc chloride aqueous solution as a solvent for starch. Carbohydrate Polymers, 136, 266-273. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2015.09.007

47. Zu, Y., Zhang, B., Chen, L.*, Xie, F., Li, L., & Li, X. (2016). Supramolecular structural evolutions of maize starch hydrothermally treated in excess water. Starch/Stärke, 68(3-4), 365-373. https://doi.org/10.1002/star.201500028

46. Liu, X.*, Xie, F., Li, X., Zhou, S., & Chen, L. (2015). Food polymers functionality and applications. International Journal of Polymer Science, 2015, Article ID 813628. https://doi.org/10.1155/2015/813628 [Gold OA] [Editorial of Special Issue “Food Polymers Functionality and Applications”]

45. Yakubov, G. E.*, Zhong, L., Li, M., Boehm, M. W., Xie, F., Halley, P. J., & Stokes, J. R. (2015). Lubrication of starch in ionic liquid–water mixtures: Soluble carbohydrate polymers form a boundary film on hydrophobic surfaces. Carbohydrate Polymers, 133, 507-516. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2015.06.087

44. Tan, X., Zhang, B., Chen, L.*, Li, X.*, Li, L., & Xie, F. (2015). Effect of planetary ball-milling on multi-scale structures and pasting properties of waxy and high-amylose cornstarches. Innovative Food Science and Emerging Technologies, 30, 198-207. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ifset.2015.03.013

43. Zhang, B., Chen, L., Xie, F.*, Li, X., Truss, R. W., Halley, P. J., Shamshina, J. L., Rogers, R. D., & McNally, T. (2015). Understanding the structural disorganization of starch in water–ionic liquid solutions. Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 17(21), 13860-13871. https://doi.org/10.1039/C5CP01176K

42. Xie, F.*, Flanagan, B. M., Li, M., Truss, R. W., Halley, P. J., Gidley, M. J., McNally, T., Shamshina, J. L., & Rogers, R. D. (2015). Characteristics of starch-based films with different amylose contents plasticised by 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium acetate. Carbohydrate Polymers, 122, 160-168. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2014.12.072

41. Li, M., Witt, T., Xie, F., Warren, F. J., Halley, P. J., & Gilbert, R. G.* (2015). Biodegradation of starch films: the roles of molecular and crystalline structure. Carbohydrate Polymers, 122, 115-122. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2015.01.011

40. Tang, Y., Xie, F., Zhang, D., Zhu, M., Liu, L., Liu, P.*, & Gu, C. (2015). Physical properties and prebiotic activity of maize starch-based functional films. Starch/Stärke, 67(1-2), 124-131. https://doi.org/10.1002/star.201400080

39. Li, M., Xie, F., Hasjim, J., Witt, T., Halley, P. J., & Gilbert, R. G.* (2015). Establishing whether the structural feature controlling the mechanical properties of starch films is molecular or crystalline. Carbohydrate Polymers, 117, 262-270. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2014.09.036

38. Xie, F.*, Flanagan, B. M., Li, M., Sangwan, P., Truss, R. W., Halley, P. J., Strounina, E. V., Whittaker, A. K., Gidley, M. J., Dean, K, M., Shamshina, J. L., Rogers, R. D., & McNally, T. (2014). Characteristics of starch-based films plasticised by glycerol and by the ionic liquid 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium acetate: A comparative study. Carbohydrate Polymers, 111, 841-848. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2014.05.058

37. Xie, F.*, Luckman, P., Milne, J., McDonald, L., Young, C., Tu, C. Y., Pasquale, T. D., Faveere, R., & Halley, P. J. (2014). Thermoplastic starch: current development and future trends. Journal of Renewable Materials, 2(2), 95-106. https://doi.org/10.7569/JRM.2014.634104 [Gold OA] [Review article]

36. Zhang, B., Zhao, Y., Li, X.*, Zhang, P., Li, L., Xie, F., & Chen, L.* (2014). Effects of amylose and phosphate monoester on aggregation structures of heat-moisture treated potato starches. Carbohydrate Polymers, 103, 228-233. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2013.12.055

35. Zhang, B., Xiong, S., Li, X., Li, L.; Xie, F., & Chen, L.* (2014). Effect of oxygen glow plasma on supramolecular and molecular structures of starch and related mechanism. Food Hydrocolloids, 37, 69-76. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2013.10.034

34. Li, M., Hasjim, J., Xie, F., Halley, P. J., & Gilbert, R. G.* (2014). Shear degradation of molecular, crystalline, and granular structures of starch during extrusion. Starch/Stärke 66(7-8), 595-605. https://doi.org/10.1002/star.201300201

33. Zhang, B., Zhao, Y., Li, X., Li, L., Xie, F., & Chen, L.* (2014). Supramolecular structural changes of waxy and high-amylose cornstarches heated in abundant water. Food Hydrocolloids, 35, 700-709. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2013.08.028

32. Bie, P., Liu, P.*, Yu, L., Li, X., Chen, L.*, & Xie, F. (2013). The properties of antimicrobial films derived from poly(lactic acid)/starch/chitosan blended matrix. Carbohydrate Polymers, 98(1), 959-966. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2013.07.004

31. Xie, D. F.*, Martino, V. P., Sangwan, P., Way, C., Pollet, E., Dean, K. M., Halley, P. J., & Avérous, L.* (2013). Elaboration and properties of plasticised chitosan-based exfoliated nano-biocomposites. Polymer, 54(14), 3654-3662. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymer.2013.05.017

30. Xie, F.*, Pollet, E., Halley, P. J., & Avérous, L.* (2013). Starch-based nano-biocomposites. Progress in Polymer Science, 38(10-11), 1590-1628. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.progpolymsci.2013.05.002 [Review article]

29. Liu, X.*, Yu, L.*, Xie, F., Petinakis, E., Sangwan, P., Shen, S., Dean, K., Ammala, A., & Wong-Holmes, S. (2013). New evidences of accelerating degradation of polyethylene by starch. Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 130(4), 2282-2287. https://doi.org/10.1002/app.39421

28. Dean, K., Sangwan, P.*, Way, C., Zhang, X., Martino, V. P., Xie, F., Halley, P. J., Pollet, E., & Avérous, L. (2013). Glycerol plasticised chitosan: A study of biodegradation via carbon dioxide evolution and nuclear magnetic resonance. Polymer Degradation and Stability, 98(6), 1236-1246. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2013.03.004

27. Mateyawa, S., Xie, D. F.*, Truss, R. W., Nicholson, T. M., Halley, P. J., Rogers, R. D., Boehm, M. W., & McNally, T. (2013). Effect of the ionic liquid 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium acetate on the phase transition of starch: dissolution or gelatinization? Carbohydrate Polymers, 94(1), 520-530. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2013.01.024

26. Zhang, B., Li, X., Liu, J., Xie, F., & Chen, L.* (2013). Supramolecular structure of A- and B-type granules of wheat starch. Food Hydrocolloids, 31(1), 68-73. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2012.10.006

25. Li, X., Zhang, P., Chen, L.*, Xie, F., Li, L., & Li, B. (2012). Structure and colon-targeted releasing property of resistant octenyl succinate starch. Food Research International, 47(2), 246-252. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodres.2011.06.031

24. Xie, F.*, Halley, P. J., & Avérous, L.* (2012). Rheology to understand and optimize processibility, structures and properties of starch polymeric materials. Progress in Polymer Science, 37(4), 595-623. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.progpolymsci.2011.07.002 [Review article]

23. Pu, H., Chen, L., Li, X.*, Xie, F., Yu, L., & Li, L. (2011). An oral colon-targeting controlled release system based on resistant starch acetate: synthetization, characterization, and preparation of film-coating pellets. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 59(10), 5738-5745. https://doi.org/10.1021/jf2005468

22. Li, M., Liu, P., Zou W., Yu, L.*, Xie, F.*, Pu, H., Liu, H., & Chen, L. (2011). Extrusion processing and characterization of edible starch films with different amylose contents. Journal of Food Engineering, 106(1), 95-101. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jfoodeng.2011.04.021

21. Liu, P., Xie, F.*, Li, M., Liu, X., Yu, L., Halley, P. J., & Chen, L. (2011). Phase transitions of maize starches with different amylose contents in glycerol–water systems. Carbohydrate Polymers, 85(1), 180-187. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2011.02.006

20. Wang, X., Li, X., Chen, L.*, Li, L., Xie, F., Yu, L., & Li, B. (2011). Preparation and characterisation of octenyl succinate starch as a delivery carrier for bioactive food components. Food Chemistry 126(3), 1218-1225. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2010.12.006

19. Tajuddin, S., Xie, F.*, Nicholson, T. M.*, Liu, P., & Halley, P. J. (2011). Rheological properties of thermoplastic starch studied by multipass rheometer. Carbohydrate Polymers, 83(2), 914-919. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2010.08.073

18. Wang, X., Chen, L.*, Li, X., Xie, F., Liu, H., & Yu, L. (2011). Thermal and rheological properties of breadfruit starch. Journal of Food Science, 76(1), E55-E61. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1750-3841.2010.01888.x

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16. Xie, F.*, Liu, W.-C., Liu, P., Wang, J., Halley, P. J., & Yu, L. (2010). Starch thermal transitions comparatively studied by DSC and MTDSC. Starch/Stärke 62(7), 350-357. https://doi.org/10.1002/star.200900258

15. Liu, X., Yu, L.*, Xie, F., Li, M., Chen, L., & Li, X. (2010). Kinetics and mechanism of thermal decomposition of cornstarches with different amylose/amylopectin ratios. Starch/Stärke 62(3-4), 139-146. https://doi.org/10.1002/star.200900202

14. Liu, H., Xie, F., Yu, L.*, Chen, L., & Li, L. (2009). Thermal processing of starch-based polymers. Progress in Polymer Science 34(12), 1348-1368. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.progpolymsci.2009.07.001 [Review article]

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12. Xie, F., Yu, L.*, Su, B., Liu, P., Wang, J., Liu, H., & Chen, L. (2009). Rheological properties of starches with different amylose/amylopectin ratios. Journal of Cereal Science 49(3), 371-377. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcs.2009.01.002

11. Xue, T., Yu, L.*, Xie, F., Chen, L., & Li, L. (2008). Rheological properties and phase transition of starch under shear stress. Food Hydrocolloids, 22(6), 973-978. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2007.05.008

10. Xie, F., Yu, L.*, Chen, L., & Li, L. (2008). A new study of starch gelatinization under shear stress using dynamic mechanical analysis. Carbohydrate Polymers, 72(2), 229-234. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2007.08.007

9. Yu, L.*, Liu, H., Xie, F., Chen, L., & Li, X. (2008). Effect of annealing and orientation on microstructures and mechanical properties of polylactic acid. Polymer Engineering and Science 48(4), 634-641. https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.20970

8. Xie, F., Xue, T., Yu, L.*, Chen, L., Li, X., & Zhang, X. (2007). Rheological properties of starch-based materials and starch/poly(lactic acid) blends. Macromolecular Symposia 249-250(1), 529-534. https://doi.org/10.1002/masy.200750431

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6. Xie, F., Liu, H., Chen, P., Xue, T., Chen, L., Yu, L., & Corrigan, P. (2006). Starch gelatinization under shearless and shear conditions. International Journal of Food Engineering 2(5), Article 6. https://doi.org/10.2202/1556-3758.1162 [Review article]

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Book chapters

C8. Xie, F. (2024). Processing of polysaccharides. In S. Kenig, & A. Ophir (Eds.), Processing of Biodegradable Polymers (pp. 165-202). Munich, Germany: Hanser. https://doi.org/10.3139/9781569908747.006

C7. Xie, F. (2023). Chapter 4 – 3D printing of biopolymer-based hydrogels. In M. Mehrpouya, & H. Vahabi (Eds.), Additive Manufacturing of Biopolymers: Materials, Printing Techniques, and Applications (pp. 65-100). Amsterdam, Netherlands: Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-95151-7.00004-1

C6. Xie, F., Zhang, B., & Wang, D. K. (2017). Chapter 7 – Starch thermal processing: Technologies at laboratory and semi-industrial scales. In M. A. Villar, S. H. Barbosa, M. A. García, L. Castillo, & O. V. López (Eds.), Starch-Based Materials in Food Packaging: Processing, Characterization and Applications (pp. 187-227). London, UK: Academic Press. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-809439-6.00007-8

C5. Xie, F.*, Avérous, L., Halley, P. J.*, & Liu, P. (2015). 4 – Mechanical performance of starch-based biocomposites. In M. Misra, J. K. Pandey, & A. K. Mohanty (Eds.), Biocomposites: Design and Mechanical Performance (pp. 53-92). Cambridge, UK: Woodhead Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-1-78242-373-7.00011-1

C4. Xie, F.*, Pollet, E., Halley, P. J., & Avérous, L.* (2015). Advanced nano-biocomposites based on starch. In K. G. Ramawat, & J.-M. Mérillon (Eds.), Polysaccharides: Bioactivity and Biotechnology (pp. 1467-1553). Cham, Switzerland: Springer International Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-16298-0_50 (2014 version: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-03751-6_50-1)

C3. Xie, F., Liu, P., & Yu, L. (2014). Chapter 10 – Processing of plasticized starch-based materials: state of art and perspectives. In P. J. Halley, & L. Avérous (Eds.), Starch Polymers: From Genetic Engineering to Green Applications (pp. 257-289). San Diego, CA, USA: Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-444-53730-0.00024-5

C2. Xie, F. (2011). Biodegradable starch-based nanocomposites. In L. Nicolais, A. Borzacchiello, & S. M. Lee (Eds.), Wiley Encyclopedia of Composites (2^nd ed.) (pp. 102-114). Hoboken, NJ, USA: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. https://doi.org/10.1002/9781118097298.weoc014

C1. Xie, F., Halley, P. J., & Avérous, L. (2011). Bio-nanocomposites based on starch. In V. Mittal (Ed.), Nanocomposites with Biodegradable Polymers: Synthesis, Properties and Future Perspectives (pp. 234-260). Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press. https://doi.org/10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199581924.003.0010

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Monographs

B1. Chen, J., Chen, L., Xie, F., & Li, X. (2019). Drug delivery applications of starch biopolymer derivatives. Singapore: Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-3657-7

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Patents

P2. Liu, P., Ling, J., Li, M., & Xie, F. (2021). Preparation and application of environment-friendly flame-retardant adhesive for cartons (一种绿色环保的纸箱用阻燃胶粘剂的制备和应用). China, CN113150718A (Google Patent), Pending.

P1. Zhang, B., Chen, L., Xie, F., & Li, X. (2015). Starch-based conductive composite film built on basis of ionic liquid enhanced starch phase change, method and application (一种基于离子液体强化淀粉相变构建的淀粉基导电复合膜及方法和应用). China, CN105418977A (Google Patent), CN105418977B (Google Patent).

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