Bruce R. Hamaker

Bruce R. Hamaker's research focuses on the chemistry and biological effects of carbohydrates in food, particularly starches, dietary fibers, and complex sugars (like phytoglycogen and alpha-glucans). His work spans how these food components are digested, how they affect blood sugar and gut hormone responses, and how they can be engineered into materials such as wound-healing hydrogels or encapsulation coatings for probiotics. Much of this research connects food science to nutrition and health outcomes, including diabetes, gut health, and postprandial glucose control.

Publication output has been relatively steady to slightly growing over the last decade, with a dip in 2024 followed by a notable increase in 2025.

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