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Excited to share my first LinkedIn post! 🏆 Achievement: Participated in the Mini Anveshana Competition 🏫 Organized by: SDM INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SDMIT), UJIRE and Agastya International Foundation As an Engineering student, this competition was an excellent opportunity to: • Apply our knowledge to real-world problems • Collaborate with peers on innovative solutions • Enhance my presentation and pitching skills Our project, "Stray Animal Rescue Hub," focused on developing an app to rescue and save animals that are injured, abandoned, or in need. Key takeaways: 1. The importance of teamwork in bringing ideas to life 2. The value of constructive feedback in refining concepts 3. The excitement of contributing to technological innovation for social good A big thank you to my team members, our mentor, and the organizers for this enriching experience. Looking forward to more such opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to the field of computer science! #InnovationInTech #StudentInnovator #ComputerScienceEngineering #SDMInstituteOfTechnology #AgastyaInternationalFoundation #MiniAnveshana #AnimalRescue

Introducing the Transformative Science Council (TSC) a new Team of Fellows & Senior Fellows #MarsWrigley. We are thrilled to unveil our new and diverse team of experts Will Taylor, Stefan Royaert,Guangtao Zhang, T. Edwin Freeman, PhD, Rebecca J. Robbins With backgrounds spanning Material and Polymer Science, Chocolate Science, Organic and Analytical Chemistry, Genetics and Plant breeding, Quality and Food Safety, and Human Clinical Trials, our Fellows and Senior Fellows are thought leaders, innovators, and strategists. Each member has carved out a niche in their respective domains, contributing to groundbreaking advancements and transformative solutions. What sets our team apart is not just the depth of experience but the breadth of perspectives we bring together. This team called the Transformative Science Council (#TSC) is uniquely positioned to address today's challenges while anticipating the needs of tomorrow. As we embark on this journey, our mission is clear: “Together, we forge a path towards new horizons, unleashing the power of science to create a better tomorrow”. We leverage our collective expertise to deliver exceptional value, foster sustainable growth, and shape the future of our industry. We are excited about the synergies that this team will create and the innovative solutions we will pioneer. Stay tuned as we share our progress, insights, and breakthroughs. We are just getting started, and the best is yet to come! #Innovation #Leadership #TeamExcellence #MarsWrigley #proudlymars #Science #ScienceAtMars #SparkTheFuture #TomorrowStartsToday #Teamwork #ExcitedForWhatsNext #TSC #transformativesciencecouncil #ProudlyMars Janet Dawson, William A. Singleton III, CPP, Bethany Bernier Haimanot (Haimi) Bekele, Ph.D., Amanda Davies, Joanna Hwu, Rodrigo Campos, Derek Drost, Greg Hocking, Christopher Rowe, Jason Ripper, Abigail Stevenson

2. Seeking to navigate the complexities of biostatistics? Look no further! "Essential Biostatistics for AgChem and Bioscience R&D - a Practical Guide for Decisionmakers and Experimentalists" is here to help. Designed for researchers, agronomists, product managers, and other non-mathematical R&D professionals, this Teachable course provides a comprehensive overview of essential biostatistical practices. Enroll today and unlock the power of data-driven decision-making. #Biostatistics #DataAnalysis #ResearchAndDevelopment

How can we get more young people excited to take science subjects at school, to then do science & technology degrees, to then be ready to hire into the amazing agritech sector? I had the opportunity to talk with 50 secondary school science teachers at the ChemEd-BioLive Conference and ask this question. Not surprisingly, there is no one answer! But what I did learn was: *Kids are only 9,10,11 years old when they are moving towards science subjects or not. A time when their parents have a strong influence on their thinking and world-view. *If you put the word "ag" in the subject most leap to the assumption it is manual, low level - for the non-academic student. **Most importantly - you can't be what you can't see. As a sector we need to get into schools, in front of young people, sharing our stories in places they spend time. Absolutely a challenge! But one we have to rise to if we want to attract the talent our sector needs. Thanks to Phil Kendon for the invitation, Science teacher at Wellington College who also happens to be my husband's cousin's husband (- don't you love how connected we are in New Zealand 😁 )

Second day of Amphacademy is over 🙌 and wow, it was an amazing one as the first day. Lots of information, very good questions and marvelous presenters 💪 👍 . I caught a lot of insights again and I am very happy I have attended. 👉 Alba Bernal has opened the session giving a generic overview, why pollen quality matters and highlighting the instrument portfolio of Amphasys. That gave all of us a very good start into this second Amphacademy day! 👉Ivo Rieu, Professor of Crop Biotechnology at Radboud University made us aware of how climate changes, especially heatwaves and difference in air humidity affects the viability of pollen and finally, what consequences this means for the crop yield. Impressive but also a bit scary to see a corn cob with just a few corn kernels on it. As India but the US as well might see more heatwaves in the future, it is highest time to care about investigation of different environmental conditions to pollen quality /viability and the heat tolerance of each pollen and flower bud cooling. Thanks Ivo for this helpful insights. Lessons learned! 👉 The third and also the closing session was held by Valentin Laporte. He connected the dots of pollen quality and yield, demonstrating the studies he and his team is conducting at RAGT Groupe. Showing the challenges and appropriate solutions for working with wheat and corn pollen due to the short pollen lifetime and exploring the properties of good inbred lines was very helpful. My takeaways of his presentation is the consistency. Comparing lines over the years, not just for one season. I want to thank again all presenters for sharing their thoughts and expertise! My brain is loaded with tons of information 😉 . I have to digest in the coming days. Missed this year's Amphacademy? No worries, recordings will be available in the coming days. Having questions about the presentation or want to share your thoughts? -> Let's talk, we @ Amphasys are more than happy to help 👏 Last but not least, do not forget to mark Nov 7th in your calendar. It is time for the bioprocessing Amphacademy and we would feel honored to welcome you onsite at Root, Switzerland 🎉

The 10th anniversary of The International Scientific Conference on Cultured Meat (ISCCM) was truly inspiring, highlighting the significant progress in advancing cultured meat. It was exciting to see the brilliant minds turning bold visions into tangible steps toward a more sustainable future. As a social scientist, I felt somewhat out of place among cell biologists, molecular biologists, bioengineers, and food scientists. Social sciences were notably underrepresented at the event. 💡While basic life science research is crucial for scaling cultured meat, we also need more social science input. After all, the diffusion of cultured meat is a socio-technical challenge, requiring not only technological advancements but also a deep understanding of its disruptive societal and ethical impacts, as well as strategies for gaining acceptance among different stakeholders. Addressing these challenges early on is essential for overcoming resistance and preparing the ground for the successful diffusion of this #RadicalInnovation. 💡Given that life sciences and social sciences speak different languages, we need more “translations” to find a common vocabulary and enable a more effective exchange of knowledge between the different disciplines. It’s often challenging for the respective fields to truly understand each other. Bridging this “communication gap” is essential for facilitating effective exchange of knowledge, enabling researchers from different disciplines to address the multifaceted challenges of cultured meat holistically.

🌱🍐 LMTÜ Winter Semester 2024! 🍐🌱 Thanks to the precious support and the yearly collaboration with Institut für Wein- und Obstbau (BOKU IWOB), we were able to successfully harvest pears that are essential for our upcoming advanced course on juicing in the context of the Lebensmitteltechnologische Übungen (LMTÜ) this winter semester 2024 🙌. This is a great example of how research and teaching go hand in hand. As researchers, it's crucial to not only contribute to advancing knowledge but also to share that knowledge through practical courses that provide students with hands-on experience. 💡🔬 Practical courses like the LMTÜ enable students to connect theory with real-world applications, helping them develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a deeper understanding of the processes involved in food science and technology. 🍏🍹 Looking forward to an exciting and fruitful semester ahead! 🍏✨ University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) #BOKUFoodTech #BOKUIWOB #FoodTechnology #FoodScience #LMTÜ #Pears #Harvesting

Ratatouille (the movie) has a coded message for compbio learners everywhere. “You must try things that may not work, and you must not let anyone define your limits because of where you come from. Your only limit is your [memory]. What I say is true - anyone can [run Seurat].” - Chef Gusteau, Ratatouille It captures the spirit of learning compbio pretty well, don't you think? #compbio #computationalbiology #bioinformatics #learningjourney

I have just celebrated my 33rd birthday, and with it comes a moment of deep reflection on all the experiences, achievements, and challenges that have shaped my journey so far, as well as the ambitious goals I’ve set for the future. As many of you know, I regularly share in this network on innovation, nutrition, sustainability and the latest advances in food science and technology, driven by the mission of knowledge transfer. However, for those unfamiliar with my background, here's a little bit about who I am. I hold a degree in Food Engineering, a license in Food Science and Technology, a Master’s in Food Quality and Safety, and a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences with an emphasis on Nutrition and Food Chemistry. I also specialize in Nutrigenetics and Nutrigenomics. My career began 15 years ago, and my passion for learning has only intensified over time. I am deeply committed to research, innovation, and the pursuit of scientific advancement. Bringing together science and technology to promote public health is my driving force. Every solution I develop is aimed at improving lives through innovation, and that mission is what keeps me moving forward, overcoming challenges and pushing boundaries. The road has not been easy. I was fortunate to receive educational opportunities thanks to the support of my family, but nothing was handed to me. From a young age, I fought for my place—earning a scholarship at one of the top schools in Santos at 16, entering a federal university at 17, ranking first in the selection for my master’s degree at 22, securing a doctoral scholarship at 26, and obtaining two postdoctoral fellowships at 30 and 31. At 32, I was honored to be named a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellow - Phenols4Health project. As I step into this new chapter at 33, my goal is to continue innovating, developing sustainable solutions that promote health and well-being, and leveraging my expertise to make a positive impact. This is what drives me, and I am excited for the journey ahead! I talk about #innovation #sustainability #health #nutrition #foodscience #foodtech #foodchemistry #oliveoil #MediterraneanDiet #Polyphenols

Congratulations to Andrew Gehring's team from USDA ARS for publishing the first Oxford Nanopore Technologies proof of concept on bacterial quantification in food safety! This work uncovers a new capability of nanopore sequencing that can allow researchers to: 🧬 Measure the size of your problem/contamination (not just absence/presence of the pathogen) 🧬 Verify the efficacy of your food processing and cleaning/sanitation methods 🧬 Improve your FSIS performance standards (from category 3 to 1)