Elham Ehsandoost

PhD-level Food Scientist specializing in marine bioactive compounds with demonstrated expertise in oxidative stability and antioxidant mechanisms in lipid-based food systems. Proven track record of 7+ peer-reviewed publications in Q1 journals (IF up to 8.5), one patented extraction method, and 9 years of R&D leadership in algae-based functional ingredients. Experienced in translating fundamental research into applied food technologies through interdisciplinary collaboration with industry and academia.

PhD Researcher - Shiraz University - Shiraz, Iran

(2019-09 - 2025-12)

• Extracted and purified fucoidan, phycocyanin, and alginate from macro- and microalgae using optimized protocols
• Investigated antioxidant mechanisms of algae-derived bioactives in bulk oil and oil-in-water emulsion systems
• Applied kinetic modelling (Schulz model, induction period analysis) to evaluate lipid oxidation behaviour
• Performed structural characterization using FTIR, HPLC, and complementary analytical techniques
• Conducted cytotoxicity and antimicrobial activity assays for functional food applications
• Published 7 peer-reviewed articles in Q1 journals; contributed to patented extraction method (Patent No. 101428, Iran)

R&D Manager - Green Sea Company - Iran

(2016-01 - 2025-12)

• Led R&D on algae-based bioactive compounds for food and nutraceutical applications
• Developed functional product prototypes based on Spirulina and fucoidan; optimized extraction yield by process refinement
• Contributed to commercialization strategies, feasibility assessments, and regulatory documentation

Technology Manager - Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research (ACECR) - Iran

(2022-01)

• Evaluate research projects for commercialization potential and technology transfer readiness
• Support interdisciplinary teams in innovation strategy and industry-academia collaboration

Lecturer - Bushehr University of Medical Sciences - Iran

(2016-01 - 2019-12)

• Delivered courses in Food Chemistry, Food Microbiology, and Food Preservation (BSc level)
• Integrated laboratory training and applied case studies in curriculum design

Lecturer - Kherad University - Iran

(2014-01 - 2018-12)

• Taught fundamentals of Food Science and Engineering; supervised undergraduate laboratory projects

PhD - Food Science and Technology - Shiraz University (2019-09 - 2025-12)

MSc - Food Science and Technology - Kherad education Institute (2015-09 - 2017-12)

BSc - Food Science and Technology - Kazerun University (2012-09 - 2015-12)