Assistant Professor, Parul University, India
Mehul Chudasama is a highly qualified food technologist with a Diploma, UG, and PG in food technology. He holds the UGC NET ’22 qualification and currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Parul University. His experience spans roles as a QA/QC Executive, Senior Research Fellow, and involvement in training and capacity-building activities within the food industry. Mehul possesses a strong understanding of MS Office, Design Expert 12, Photoshop, and Canva. He has attended various seminars and certified training, including FoSTaC Level 1 & 2, NSS training, and Six Sigma Yellow Belt. His research expertise includes Pulsed Electric Field technology, Cryogenic Grinding, Microencapsulation, and Freeze Drying.
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Education 🎓
M.Tech in Food Technology
Anand Agricultural University, Anand, Gujarat (2018-2020)
Mehul’s thesis focused on product development and research in Pulsed Electric Field technology, Cryogenic Grinding, Microencapsulation, and Freeze Drying.
B.Tech in Food Processing Technology
Anand Agricultural University, Anand, Gujarat (2015-2018)
He gained hands-on experience in various food processing lines, participated in cultural activities, and organized tech festivals and sports events.
Diploma in Agro Processing
Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh, Gujarat (2012-2015)
Mehul studied post-harvest, food, and agro-processing subjects and participated in cultural and NSS activities.
Experience 💼
Assistant Professor
Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat (June 2023 – Present)
Mehul handles academics and research, mentors students, performs administrative work, conducts food safety audits, and manages internship and placement activities.
R&D Trainee
Kuru Food Labs LLP, Ahmedabad, Gujarat (Oct 2022 – May 2023)
He was involved in new product development and carried out physical, chemical, and microbial studies of various food products.
Senior Research Fellow
National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli, Haryana (Apr 2022 – Sep 2022)
Mehul worked on training and capacity-building activities in the cold chain and researched cold chain logistics.
QA/QC Executive
Kitchen Xpress Overseas Ltd., Santej, Gujarat (Nov 2020 – Nov 2021)
He managed data recording, supervised production, and hygiene maintenance, and developed new products as per customer requirements.
Internships
Global Gourmet Pvt. Ltd., Vadodara, Gujarat (Jan 2015 – Apr 2015)
Supervised production departments and analyzed food samples.
Iscon Balaji Pvt. Ltd., Kanjari, Gujarat (Jan 2018 – Apr 2018)
Analyzed raw materials, supervised production and packaging lines, and maintained records.
Research Interests 🔬
Mehul is deeply interested in Pulsed Electric Field Technology, Cryogenic Grinding, Microencapsulation, and Freeze Drying. He has a keen interest in food safety management, product development, and cold chain logistics.
Awards 🏆
Young Scientist Award (2024)
Awarded by Sabujeema International for his significant contributions to food technology research and development.
Publications Top Notes 📚
- Ethylene Scavengers in Food Packaging Technology: A Review (2020 – Review Paper)
International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science
[Cited by 15 articles]
- Effect of PEF treatment on drying parameters of potato and tomato slices, tomato juice yield and lycopene content (2020 – Research Paper)
Academia
[Cited by 10 articles]
- Blockchain Technology in The Food Supply Chain (2023 – Book Chapter)
Futuristic Trends in Agriculture Engineering & Food Sciences
[Cited by 5 articles]
- Smart Packaging Technology in Food Processing (2023 – Book Chapter)
Current Trends in Agriculture & Allied Sciences
[Cited by 8 articles]
- Pulsed Electric Field: A Promising Technique for Future Food Processing (2024 – Book Chapter)
Current Trends in Agriculture & Allied Sciences
[Cited by 3 articles]