Emely López, Ph.D., has a diverse work experience in various fields. Emely is currently serving as the Senior Director of Product Innovation at Steuben Foods Inc. Emely'sresponsibilities and duration in this role are not specified.
Prior to their current position, Emely worked at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2015 to 2020. During this time, they served as a Doctoral Research and Teaching Assistant, where they conducted research on bio-nanofibrous ingredients and fortification projects aimed at reducing iron deficiency and malnutrition. Emely also served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, delivering lectures on food science and human nutrition and creating educational materials for students. Additionally, Emely worked as a Graduate RAP manager and Visiting Scholar/Research Assistant.
Emely also gained research experience at Abbott from 2019 to 2020, where they worked as a Researcher in R&D and Milk Protein Allergens. In this role, they conducted research on the nutritional management of Cow Milk Protein Allergy in infants and children, published findings, and created educational materials.
Furthermore, Emely worked as a Project Associate at Gies College of Business - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign from 2016 to 2017, contributing to various projects.
Prior to their academic roles, Emely worked as a Quality Assurance Coordinator/HACCP Implementation at Industrial de Alimentos in 2014, where they designed and implemented a HACCP-monitoring plan and conducted training on food safety principles. Emely also worked as an Undergraduate Intern at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2013.
Overall, Emely López, Ph.D., has extensive experience in research, teaching, product innovation, and quality assurance across multiple industries and organizations.
Emely López, Ph.D., has a strong education background in the field of food science and technology. Emely completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science and Technology from EAP Zamorano from 2010 to 2013. Later on, they pursued further studies and earned their Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, which they completed from 2015 to 2020. With their extensive education and expertise in the field, Emely López, Ph.D., is well-equipped to contribute to the advancement of food science and nutrition.
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