An innovative leader with proven track record of directing teams of scientists and engineers to develop cutting edge technologies for production of functional and healthy foods and sustainable energy products. Experienced in fostering team culture that inspires and challenges individuals to achieve excellence and self-satisfaction through innovation, creativity, and collaboration. Skilled at applying fundamental knowledge, engineering principles, analytical tools, and evaluation procedures to the development and implementation of practical solutions for success in the highly competitive business world.

Also an effective educator with many years of teaching experience in food engineering, food technology, food polymer science, renewable energy technologies, etc. Strongly believe in research-enhanced teaching philosophy.