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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
Milan
03.2025

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

University of Ferrara
Ferrara
12.2020

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.

Valentina Bertazzo