Megha R.

Postgraduate in Food and Nutrition, with academic exposure to key subjects including Food technology, immunology, community nutrition, clinical and sports nutrition, nutrition
biochemistry, food microbiology and research methodologies and hands-on research
experience in cell culture, antioxidant assays, bioactive compound analysis, dietary assessment, and therapeutic diet planning. Skilled in conducting nutritional studies, laboratory techniques (HPLC, ELISA, flow cytometry) and industrial exposure.

Academic Projects:
Effects of Street Food in College-Going Students – Conducted surveys, dietary recalls, and nutritional assessments. Evaluated safety, hygiene, and health impacts of street food consumption.
Developed low-cost, nutrient-rich recipes for preschool children and pregnant/lactating
women.

Key Skills
➢ Nutritional Assessment & Diet Surveys
➢ Analytical Techniques: HPLC, UV-Vis Spectrophotometry
➢ Food Safety & Quality (HACCP, FSSAI)
➢ Nutraceuticals & Functional Foods
➢ Cell Culture & Molecular Biology
➢ Biochemical & Antioxidant Assays
➢ Data Analysis (GraphPad, MS Excel)
➢ Scientific Writing & Literature Review

Areas of Interest
➢ Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics
➢ Sports Nutrition
➢ Nutrition Counseling & Lifestyle Management
➢ Pediatric & Geriatric Nutrition
➢ Food Industry
➢ Functional Foods & Nutraceuticals
➢ Public Health Nutrition