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Forough Soroushmanesh
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Summary
1- Soroushmanesh, F.; Pratt, S.; Dadmohammadi, Y. (2026). Nutritional enhancement of puffed snacks via extrusion of Pacific dulse seaweed. Future Foods (Submitted).
2- Jabalameli, S.; Soroushmanesh, F.; Soleimanian-Zad, S.; Soltanizade, N. (2026). Substituting chicken meat with Spirulina protein in sausage: Effects on physicochemical, microbial, and sensory properties. Future Foods (Under Review).
3- Soleimanian-Zad, S., Soroushmanesh, F., Mustafa, M. H., & Kiani, A. (2024). Effects of different washing and precipitating solutions on sugar content, cytotoxicity, chemical structure and prebiotic potential of pistachio hull polysaccharide. Bioresource Technology Reports, 27, 101921.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Biotechnology and Bioengineering Research Institute, Isfahan University of Technology
Isfahan, Iran
10.2021 - 10.2024
Key Projects & Contributions:
- Conducted comprehensive evaluation of physicochemical properties and quality parameters of cold-pressed edible oils in the Iranian market
- Investigated the synbiotic effects of pistachio hull–derived polysaccharides in combination with Lactobacillus plantarum on gut microbiota and host health using murine models
- Analyzed the impact of Spirulina-derived protein as a partial meat substitute on physicochemical, microbial, and sensory characteristics of sausage products
- Performed extraction, purification, and characterization of polysaccharides from food industry by-products and assessed their prebiotic functionality
- Developed and evaluated edible coatings based on polysaccharides and probiotics to enhance shelf life, safety, and quality of fresh produce
Intern
Pegah Dairy Company
Isfahan, Iran
02.2021 - 06.2021
Intern
Atlas Flour Company
Isfahan, Iran
06.2018 - 09.2018
Intern
Mahur Food Company (Poplos)
Isfahan, Iran
06.2016 - 09.2016
Education
Master of Science - Food Science
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR06-2029
Master of Science - Food Biotechnology
Isfahan University of Technology
Isfahan, Iran08-2021
Master of Science - Food Science
Isfahan University of Technology
Isfahan, Iran09-2018
Skills
Proficient in microbiological techniques, including bacterial and yeast cultivation
Proficient in microbial isolation, identification, and storage
Experienced in analytical instrumentation, including HPLC, GC-MS, FTIR, UV-Vis Spectrophotometry, and SEM
Proficient in laboratory animal handling, specifically BALB/c mice, following ethical and safety guidelines
Experienced in conducting in vivo experimental procedures, including injections, minor surgical techniques, and biological sample collection
Skilled in protein analysis techniques, including separation and characterization using SDS-PAGE
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Functional Food and Beverage
Waste Utilization
Protein Modification
Interests
Timeline
Research Assistant
Biotechnology and Bioengineering Research Institute, Isfahan University of Technology
10.2021 - 10.2024
Intern
Pegah Dairy Company
02.2021 - 06.2021
Intern
Atlas Flour Company
06.2018 - 09.2018
Intern
Mahur Food Company (Poplos)
06.2016 - 09.2016
Master of Science - Food Science
Oregon State University
Master of Science - Food Biotechnology
Isfahan University of Technology
Master of Science - Food Science
Isfahan University of Technology