Nancy Asen
Assistant Professor @A.R. Smith Department Of Chemistry & Fermentation Sciences - Appalachian State University
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WORK HISTORY
Assistant Professor @A.R. Smith Department Of Chemistry & Fermentation Sciences - Appalachian State University
Boone, NC, US
Assistant Professor, Alternative Protein Sources
EDUCATION
University of Port Harcourt
Master's degree, Industrial Microbiology
University of Calabar
Bachelor's degree, Microbiology, General
Washington State University Graduate School
Master of Science - MS, Food Science
University of Manitoba
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Food Science
ABOUT NANCY ASEN
With over eight years of research experience in food science and four years experience in higher education teaching, I have recently started a new position as Assistant Professor. My current research is focused on fermentation and alternative protein sources. Prior to this position, I was a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at University of Saskatchewan, where I worked on developing novel and sustainable protein ingredient technologies from oil seeds. My research focus was to enhance the functionality, quality, and nutritional value of plant-based protein products, and to create new opportunities for the food industry and consumers.I have a Ph.D. in Food Science from University of Manitoba, where I specialized in the isolation and characterization of cholinesterase inhibitory peptides from plant protein sources. These peptides have potential applications in Alzheimer\'s disease prevention and treatment, as they can modulate the activity of enzymes involved in cognitive decline. Also, during my Ph.D, I studied the effect of different extraction and pretreatment technologies on the functional properties of plant proteins. I have also gained proficiency in various analytical and microbiological techniques, food safety and quality control, and curriculum development and teaching. I have authored multiple publications, fact sheets, and received several scholarships and awards for my academic and research excellence. I am passionate about finding innovative solutions to address the challenges and opportunities in the food sector, and I am eager to contribute to the advancement of science and technology in this field.
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