Valentina Bertazzo
Vicenza
Summary
Driven Food Scientist with expertise in research and development, product formulation, and process optimization. Experienced in developing innovative food products that align with sustainability and regulatory standards.
Dedicated to leveraging nutrition science to develop safe, appealing food solutions that address consumer needs. Committed to advancing the food industry through creativity and scientific expertise.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Food Scientist
University of Milan
02.2023 - 03.2025
- Participated in a European research project (FERBLEND) focused on the valorization of food industry by-products into safe, nutritious, and consumer-acceptable functional beverage, to reduce food waste.
- Developed a yeast-fermented beverage from 70% sunflower press cake infusion and 30% whey, reducing food industry by-products waste by up to 100 g per liter of product.
- Selected five lactose-positive yeast strains based on fermentation performance and sensory evaluation, to ensure optimal taste, aroma, and visual appeal.
- Monitored fermentation performance through HPLC, pH, and microbial counts, achieving stable microbial populations over 7 days at 30 °C.
- Evaluated antioxidant capacity (DPPH assay) and performed sensory analysis with trained panelists to optimize product acceptability.
Dental Assistant
Dental Clinic SRL
09.2017 - 12.2021
- Conducted dental radiographic imaging in compliance with safety regulations and radiation protection standards.
- Sterilized instruments and managed safe disposal of biological waste.
- Assisting the dentist during routine procedures and surgeries.
Education
Master of Science - Human Nutrition and Food Science
University of Milan
Milan03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Ferrara
Ferrara12.2020
Skills
- Food Industry Standards: HACCP, GMP
- Product Development: Product Formulation, Fermentation, Sensory Testing
- Analytical Tools: Microscope, pH Meter, HPLC, Spectrophotometer
- Statistical Analysis: ANOVA, LSD test
- Software: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Languages
Italian (Native)
English (C1 Proficient)
Timeline
Associate Food Scientist
University of Milan
02.2023 - 03.2025
Dental Assistant
Dental Clinic SRL
09.2017 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Human Nutrition and Food Science
University of Milan
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Ferrara
Interests
Food trends, Product development, Sustainability, Quality Assurance, Novel Foods, Supplements, Nutraceuticals.
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