MONICA RG

Food Science Graduate | Aspiring Quality Assurance Professional

Bengaluru, IN.

About

Highly motivated and results-driven Master's graduate in Food Science & Nutrition with a strong foundation in agricultural sciences, eager to apply expertise as a Quality Intern. Proven ability in product development, advanced nutritional analysis, sensory evaluation, and quality control, demonstrated through extensive research on dietetic food products. Committed to enhancing food quality, safety, and sustainability, with certifications in HACCP, ISO 22000, and ISO 17025, positioning for immediate impact in a dynamic food quality assurance environment.

Work

University of Agricultural Sciences, GKVK, Bengaluru

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Master's Researcher | Food Product Developer

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Summary

Spearheaded Master's research on developing and analyzing dietetic food products using chia seeds, focusing on formulation, nutritional value, sensory attributes, and shelf-life stability.

Highlights

Designed and formulated 5 novel dietetic food products enriched with chia seeds, precisely meeting specific dietary requirements and nutritional profiles.

Conducted rigorous nutritional analysis, quantifying significant improvements in fiber, fat, macro, and micronutrient content across developed products.

Executed consumer acceptability trials with over 50 participants, analyzing sensory parameters (appearance, taste, texture, color) to achieve high overall acceptability, informing product optimization.

Performed detailed storage studies to optimize packaging materials and extend product shelf-life by 15-20% while maintaining sensory quality.

Assessed in vitro glycemic index of developed products, validating their suitability as low glycemic index food options and contributing to health claims.

University of Agricultural Sciences, GKVK, Bengaluru

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Food Quality & Sensory Analyst (Academic Projects)

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Summary

Applied expertise in food product development and sensory analysis, conducting quality control assessments and nutrient analysis to drive process improvement.

Highlights

Conducted comprehensive quality control assessments and nutrient analyses on various food products, ensuring strict adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Executed detailed sensory analysis experiments to evaluate product attributes, providing critical data for formulation adjustments and consumer acceptance.

Presented research findings and analytical insights to multidisciplinary teams, facilitating data-driven decisions and contributing to process optimization.

Education

College of Agriculture, Bengaluru

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Master of Science (Agriculture) Food Science & Nutrition Grade: 9.036

College of Agriculture, Bengaluru

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Bachelor of Science (Honors) Agriculture Grade: 8.380

VVS Sardar Patel PU College, Basaveshwaranagar, Bengaluru

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Pre-University Course Pre-University Course Grade: 90.33

Cordial High School Marenahalli main road, Vijayanagara, Bengaluru

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Secondary School Leaving Certificate General Studies Grade: 97.44

Awards

State Scholarship (SSP)

Government of Karnataka

Awarded the State Scholarship Program for academic merit, covering the duration of Master's studies from 2022-2024.

State Rank 7 in Farm Universities of Karnataka Common Entrance Test

Farm Universities of Karnataka

Achieved State Rank 7 in the highly competitive Farm Universities of Karnataka Common Entrance Test, demonstrating exceptional academic aptitude in agricultural sciences.

Publications

Development of Dietetic food products using Chia seeds (Master's Thesis)

University of Agricultural Sciences, GKVK, Bengaluru

Authored and published Master's thesis detailing the comprehensive research on developing, analyzing, and validating dietetic food products incorporating chia seeds.

Invitro glycemic index analysis of Chia based premix

Academic Conference/Event

Presented a poster detailing the in vitro glycemic index analysis of a chia-based premix, showcasing methodologies and findings for dietary product development.

Edible bird's nest – An animal based functional byproduct

Academic Seminar

Delivered a seminar on the functional properties and applications of edible bird's nest as a valuable animal-based byproduct in food science.

Dietary micro RNA- A novel functional component of food

Academic Seminar

Presented research findings on the role of dietary micro RNA as a novel functional component in food, contributing to advanced nutritional science discourse.

Languages

English

Kannada

Telugu

Hindi

Certificates

UGC-NET

UGC

FSSAI Junior Food Analyst Exam

FSSAI

HACCP and ISO 22000:2018 (Food Safety Management Systems)

Online Training Provider

ISO 17025:2017 (Laboratory Management System Requirements)

Online Training Provider

Mass Production of Trichoderma for Plant Disease Management & Food Safety and Quality Compliances

CRIYAGEN TR & CB Program / ICAR TSP at University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore

Production Technology of Mushrooms

College of Agriculture GKVK Bangalore

Skills

Laboratory Techniques

Nutrient Analysis, Protein Analysis, Fat Analysis, Carbohydrate Analysis, Moisture Analysis, Ash Analysis, Sensory Evaluation, Food Processing Methodologies.

Software & Data Analysis

SPSS, Microsoft Excel, OP STAT, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis.

Food Science & Development

Food Product Development, Functional Foods, Natural Ingredients, Sustainable Ingredients, Chia Seeds, Low Glycemic Index Foods.

Quality Assurance & Safety

Quality Control, HACCP, ISO 22000:2018, ISO 17025:2017, Food Safety, Food Quality, Nutritional Analysis.

Research & Communication

Research Design, Scientific Communication, Presentation Skills, Technical Writing, Report Generation, Problem-Solving.

Interests

Creative Hobbies

Painting, Art and craft.