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Juan Pablo Zoffoli Guerra

Associate Professor

PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATÓLICA DE CHILE

Santiago, Chile

Líneas de Investigación


Physiology of postharvest fruit; development and optimization of fruit conservation technologies; study of physiological disorders related to the conservation of fruit.

Educación

  •  Agricultural Engineer, PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATOLICA DE CHILE. Chile, 1987
  •  Horticulture, OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY. Estados Unidos, 1994
  •  Agricultural Science, PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATOLICA DE CHILE. Chile, 2008

Experiencia Académica

  •   FULL PROFESSOR Full Time

    PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATOLICA DE CHILE

    AGRONOMIA E INGENIERIA FORESTAL

    SANTIAGO, Chile

    1987 - At present

Experiencia Profesional

  •   FULL PROFESSOR Full Time

    PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATOLICA DE CHILE

    SANTIAGO, Chile

    1987 - At present

Formación de Capital Humano


Regular courses:
Fruit postharvest, Postharvest Biotechnology.

Invited at:
Programa de Graduados (Graduates program) de la Universidad de Lerida (España).
Postharvest Research Program of Stellembosh University South Africa.


Premios y Distinciones

  •   Premio a la Excelencia de Investigación

    PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATOLICA DE CHILE

    Chile, 2013

    Award given to good researches. Award obtained between the years 2000 and 2013.


 

Article (54)

Calcium absorption by fruit and leaves of sweet cherry trees<i> (Prunus</i><i> avium</i> L.) by isotope labeling
Identification, characterization, and expression of lipoxygenase genes in sweet cherry (Prunus avium L.) cv. Regina and their relationship with the development of an herbaceous off-flavor during fruit ripening
Postharvest prevalence of the herbaceous off-flavor in ‘Regina’ sweet cherry (Prunus avium L.) from central and southern Chilean producers
Study of Mineral Composition and Quality of Fruit Using Vascular Restrictions in Branches of Sweet Cherry
Calcium Sprays and Crop Load Reduction Increase Fruit Quality and Postharvest Storage in Sweet Cherry (Prunus avium L.)
Estimation of Soluble Solids for Stone Fruit Varieties Based on Near-Infrared Spectra Using Machine Learning Techniques
New post harvest technologies for high quality sweet cherries
New Postharvest Technologies for High Quality Sweet Cherries
Rachis browning and water loss description during postharvest storage of 'Krissy' and 'Thompson Seedless' table grapes
Ultra-Low Oxygen and Preconditioning Storage Regulate Ethylene Synthesis to Prevent Corky Disorders in 'Fuji' Apple
Aroma Compounds Are Responsible for an Herbaceous Off-Flavor in the Sweet Cherry (Prunus avium L.) cv. Regina during Fruit Development
Characterization of Botrytis cinerea and B. prunorum From Healthy Floral Structures and Decayed 'Hayward' Kiwifruit During Post-Harvest Storage
Eco-physiological response, water productivity and fruit quality of sweet cherry trees under high tunnels
Identification and Pathogenicity of <i>Diplodia, Neofusicoccum</i>, <i>Cadophora</i>, and <i>Diaporthe</i> Species Associated with Cordon Dieback in Kiwifruit cultivar Hayward in Central Chile
Influence of High Tunnel Microclimate on Fruit Quality and Calcium Concentration in 'Santina' Sweet Cherries in a Mediterranean Climate
NIR spectral models for early detection of bitter pit in asymptomatic 'Fuji' apples
Postharvest physiology and storage potential of new Chilean raspberry cultivars
Non-destructive prediction and detection of internal physiological disorders in 'Keitt' mango using a hand-held Vis-NIR spectrometer
Nutritional Relationships in Bitter Pit-Affected Fruit and the Feasibility of Vis-NIR Models to Determine Calcium Concentration in 'Fuji' Apples
Postharvest Incidence of Stem End Rot in 'Hayward' Kiwifruit Is Related to Preharvest Botrytis cinerea Colonization of Floral Parts and Latent Infection
Quantitative and qualitative VIS-NIR models for early determination of internal browning in ‘Cripps Pink’ apples during cold storage
Alternaria spp. on apparently healthy apples as a potential inoculum source for moldy core development and the effect of resistant and susceptible apple cultivars
High tunnel cultivation of sweet cherry (Prunus avium L.)=> physiological and production variables
Identification and Characterization of Alternaria Species Associated with Moldy Core of Apple in Chile
Prestorage Temperature and Ultra-low Oxygen Treatments Affect Incidence of Physiological Disorders in Organic 'Granny Smith' Apples.
First report of Botrytis prunorum causing fruit rot on Kiwifruit in Chile
Identification and Characterization of Diaporthe ambigua, D-australafricana, D-novem, and D-rudis Causing a Postharvest Fruit Rot in Kiwifruit
Postharvest Biology and Handling for Fresh Markets
Effect of ethylene on ripening of kiwifruit stored under controlled or modified packaging and treated with 1-methylcyclopropene.
Effect of sulfur dioxide and modified atmosphere packaging on blueberry postharvest quality
First report of Cadophora malorum associated with cordon dieback in kiwi plants in Chile.
Genotypic differences in sweet cherries are associated with the susceptibility to mechanical damage.
Identification and Characterization of Botrytis Blossom Blight of Japanese Plums Caused by Botrytis cinerea and B. prunorum sp nov in Chile
Occurrence of Phacidiopycnis washingtonensis causing speck rot on stored Pink Lady apple fruit in Chile
First report of Botrytis cinerea causing blossom blight on Japanese plums in Chile.
Comparison of the total phenolic content, total anthocyanin content and antioxidant activity of polyphenol-rich fruits grown in Chile
Effect of active and passive modified atmosphere packaging of sweet cherry
First report of blossom blight caused by Sclerotinia sclerotiorum on Japanese plum, nectarine and sweet cherry orchards in Chile
First report of Monilinia fructicola causing brown rot on stored Japanese plum fruit in Chile
Fruit temperature affects physical injury sensitivity of sweet cherry during postharvest handling
Determination of optimal sulfur dioxide time and concentration product for postharvest control of gray mold of blueberry fruit
Infection Risk and Critical Period for the Postharvest Control of Gray Mold (Botrytis cinerea) on Blueberry in Chile
Sensitivity of Fruit Species to Ethyl Formate Fumigation under Quarantine Concentrations
POLYPHENOL CONTENT AND ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY OF MAQUI (Aristotelia chilensis [MOLINA] STUNTZ) DURING FRUIT DEVELOPMENT AND MATURATION IN CENTRAL CHILE
Polyphenol content and antioxidant activity of maqui (Aristotelia chilensis [MOLINA] STUNTZ) during fruit development and maturation in central Chile
Pruning effects on vegetative growth and fruit quality of 'Bing'/'Gisela (R) 5' and 'Bing'/'Gisela (R) 6' sweet cherry trees (Prunus avium)
Biological indicators to estimate the prevalence of gray mold and hairline cracks on table grapes cv. Thompson Seedless after cold storage
Preharvest applications of growth regulators and their effect on postharvest quality of table grapes during cold storage
Evolution of sunburn damage on 'Granny Smith' apples during storage
Hairline, a postharvest cracking disorder in table grapes induced by sulfur dioxide
Effect of boscalid on postharvest decay of strawberry caused by Botrytis cinerea and Rhizopus stolonifer
Effects of continuous 0.3 ppm ozone exposure on decay development and physiological responses of peaches and table grapes in cold storage
Minimum constant sulfur dioxide emission rates to control gray mold of cold-stored table grapes
Modified atmosphere packaging using chlorine gas generators to prevent Botrytis cinerea on table grapes

Abstract (4)

Incidence of an Herbaceous/Bitter Flavor That Affects Quality of Sweet Cherry (Prunus avium L. cv. Regina) during Fruit Maturation and Storage
Diaporthe species identified from postharvest rot on kiwifruits during long term storage
Identification of Botrytis spp. causing blossom blight in Japanese plums and nectarines in Chile
Use of sulfur dioxide (SO2) as a postharvest treatment to control gray mold of blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum)

BookSection (2)

Postharvest Biology and Handling for Fresh Markets.
Table grape (Vitis vinifera L.)

ConferencePaper (13)

Preliminary results of new sweet cherry (Prunus avium) breeding program in Chile
Effects of gibberellic acid on the rheological properties of sweet cherry tissue
Understanding postharvest quality of kiwifruit in relation to shoot and cane vigor
Effect of active and passive modified atmosphere packaging of sweet cherry
Fruit Temperature Affects Physical Injury Sensitivity of Sweet Cherry during Postharvest Handling
Postharvest Control of Gray Mold on Blueberry Based on Critical Growth Stages and Infection Risk Estimations
Sensitivity of Fruit Species to Ethyl Formate Fumigation under Quarantine Concentrations
Manipulation of 'Van' sweet cherry crop load influences fruit quality and susceptibility to impact bruising
Postharvest handling of table grape
Postharvest factors that influence the effectiveness of modified atmosphere packaging of kiwifruit
Effect of modified atmosphere packaging and maturity on susceptibility to mealiness and flesh browning of peach cultivars
Effectiveness of 1-MCP on postharvest deterioration of nectarines and peaches stored at different temperatures
Fruit firmness and fruit retention strength in raspberry cultivars in Chile

NewsItem (5)

Occurrence of Alternaria Blotch Associated with Alternaria alternata, A. arborescens, A. infectoria, and A. tenuissima on Apples in Chile
Occurrence of Phacidiopycnis washingtonensis Causing Speck Rot on Stored Pink Lady Apple Fruit in Chile
First Report of Botrytis cinerea Causing Blossom Blight on Japanese Plums in Chile
First Report of Diaporthe novem Causing Postharvest Rot of Kiwifruit During Controlled Atmosphere Storage in Chile
First Report of Monilinia fructicola Causing Brown Rot on Stored Japanese Plum Fruit in Chile.

Note (1)

Polyphenol content and antioxidant activity of maqui (Aristotelia chilensis Molina Stuntz) during fruit development and maturation in Central Chile

Patent (2)

COMPOSICION DE RECUBRIMIENTO COMESTIBLE PARA FRUTAS Y VERDURAS POST COSECHA QUE COMPRENDE HARINA DE QUINOA, QUITOSANO Y ACEITE ESENCIAL DE NARANJA; METODO DE PREPARACION DE LA COMPOSICION DE RECUBRIMIENTO; Y SU USO PARA EXTENDER LA VIDA UTIL DE FRUTAS Y VERDURAS.
Membrana Porosa de alta permeabilidad al oxígeno en condiciones de alza térmica para envase para transporte de productos hortofrutícolas, procedimiento de preparación y método para evitar la fermentación del producto contenido al interior del envase

Proyecto (23)

Poscosecha de uva con mínimo uso de fungicidas.
Desarrollo de un polímero natural para el control de partidura y pudriciones en cerezas
Desarrollo de un polímero natural para el control de partidura y pudriciones en cerezas
Detección no invasiva de manzanas con problemas internos de corazón acuoso y pardeamiento
Detección no invasiva de manzanas con problemas internos de corazón acuoso y pardeamiento
Fungi associated with wood canker and branch dieback in kiwifruit, and their importance causing postharvest decay on exported fruit in long term storage.
FUNGI ASSOCIATED WITH WOOD CANKER AND BRANCH DIEBACK IN KIWIFRUIT,AND THEIR IMPORTANCE CAUSING POSTHARVEST DECAY ON EXPORTED FRUIT IN LONG TERM STORAGE.
Programa de Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación en Fruticultura, Mejorando la competitividad de la industria frutícola mediante el desarrollo de nuevas variedades frutales chilenas de acuerdo a las preferencias de los consumidores de los mercados objetivos
Envase de atmósfera modificada para el transporte y comercialización de cereza bajo fluctuación térmica hasta el consumidor final.
Envase de atmósfera modificada para el transporte y comercialización de cereza bajo fluctuación térmica hasta el consumidor final.
Reducción del tiempo de obtención de variedades de duraznero, nectarino y ciruelo japonés, mediante la implementación de una plataforma de evaluación comercial de selecciones avanzadas, provenientes de un Programa de Mejoramiento Genético.
CHARACTERIZATION OF RHEOLOGICAL AND BIOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF SWEET CHERRY TISSUE TO REDUCE PREVALENCE OF PITTING AND BRUISING SYMPTOMS DURING POSTHARVEST
Characterization of rheological and biological properties of sweet cherry tissue to reduce prevalence of pitting and bruising symptoms during postharvest.
Uso de herramientas no destructivas para uniformar la calidad al consumo de kiwi
Uso de herramientas no destructivas para uniformar la calidad al consumo de kiwi.
Establecimiento de un Programa de Mejoramiento Genetico de Manzanos Orientado a calidad de Fruto y Resistencia a Enfermedades Fungosas
Fortalecimiento de la competitividad del kiwi chileno: Mejoramiento de la Calidad Comestible del kiwi a través del acondicionamiento y manipulación de la fruta en poscosecha
Servicio de diagnóstico y control de la fertilización en arándanos cultivados en suelos volcánicos del Sur de Chile.
Aumentar la vida de post cosecha de la frambuesa mediante el uso de sistemas de almacenaje prolongado para la fruta
EL FRACTURAMIENTO DE LA CUTICULA EN UVA DE MESA cv THOMPSON SEEDLESS Y RED GLOBE Y SU RELACION CON "HAIRLINE", BLANQUEAMIENTO Y LAS PUDRICIONES DE POSTCOSECHA.
BASES PARA UN MODELO PREDICTIVO DEL DETERIORO ASOCIADO ASOCIADO A LA SENECTUD DE NARANJAS "NAVEL".
Mejoramiento de la calidad y condición de llegada de la uva de mesa de exportación chilena a los mercados extranjeros.
BASES PARA UN MODELO PREDICTIVO DEL ABLANDAMIENTO DE FRUTOS DE KIWIS.
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Juan Zoffoli

Associate Professor

Fruticulture and enology

PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATÓLICA DE CHILE

Santiago, Chile

10
Maria Naranjo

Directora de Departamento de I+D

I+D

PTI Chile S.A.

Talca, Chile

6
Chita Ayala

Profesor asociado

Fruticultura y Enología

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

Santiago, Chile

3
Carolina Contreras

Assistant professor

Plant Production and Protection

Universidad Austral de Chile

Valdivia, Chile

3
Paz Robert

Prof. Titular

Ciencia de los Alimentos y Tecnología Química

UNIVERSIDAD DE CHILE

Santiago, Chile

2
Maritza Matteo

Post doctoral

Fruit production

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

Santiago, Chile

2
HECTOR VALDES

PROFESOR ASOCIADO

FRUTICULTURA Y ENOLOGIA

PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATOLICA DE CHILE

SANTIAGO, Chile

1
MAURICIO LOLAS

Investigador

Producción Agrícola

Universidad de Talca

Talca, Chile

1
Enrique Ferrada

PROFESOR

Universidad Austral de Chile

VALDIVIA, Chile

1
Paulina Aldunce

Profesora Titular

Ciencias Ambientales y Recursos Naturales Renovables

Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile

1
Pedro Escárate

Profesor Asociado

Escuela de Ingeniería Eléctrica

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso

Valparaiso, Chile

1
Angela Blanco

Investigador asociado

Facultad de Agronomía e Ingeniería Forestal. Dpto de Fruticultura y enología

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

Santiago, Chile

1
Bruno Defilippi

Head

INSTITUTO DE INVESTIGACIONES AGROPECUARIAS

Santiago, Chile

1
Juan Marchant

Asistente de investigación

Fruticultura y Enología

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

Santiago, Chile

1
Gloria Montenegro

Profesor Titular

Departamento Ciencias Vegetales

PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATÓLICA DE CHILE

Santiago, Chile

1
Bernardita Sallato

Directora

Facultad de Agronomia e Ingenieria Forestal

Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile

Santiago, Chile

1
Danae Riquelme

Investigador

Sanidad Vegetal

Instituto de Investigaciones Agropecuarias

Santiago, Chile