Dr. Poonam Rani
Founder
I am an enthusiastic and innovative Researcher at the Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ireland, with a passion for exploring the science behind food and driving sustainable innovation. My research intersects food science, computational modeling, and sustainability, focusing on the development of smart, energy-efficient, and data-driven food processing technologies. I enjoy translating complex research into practical insights and real-world applications.
As an experienced researcher, I want to contribute to society not only by sharing research but also by supporting early-career researchers and students—this is my way of giving back in a meaningful way.
I believe science should be accessible beyond academia, informing, inspiring, and benefiting society. Whether you are a student, researcher, or curious learner, Science Edge Zone is a space to connect, learn, and grow together.
Education
- Professional Diploma in Researcher Development – University College Dublin, Ireland
- Ph.D. in Food Process Engineering – Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur , India
- M.Tech. in Food Process Engineering – Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India
- B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering – G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, India
Dr. Amit Kumar
Founder
I am a Post-doctoral Researcher at the Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ireland. I have authored multiple peer-reviewed research articles, book chapters, and have presented my work at various international conferences.
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