Postdoctoral Fellow
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK, Canada
Yue (Rachel) He obtained her PhD degree in Biological Engineering under the co-supervision of Dr. Martin J.T. Reaney and Dr. Venkatesh Meda from the University of Saskatchewan in December 2023. Her PhD research aimed to deepen our understanding of aquafaba composition, functionality, and its application in vegan food products. Her work has been dedicated to advancing the field of plant-based alternatives with a focus on fostering sustainable food systems. Her interests include creating viable solutions for the food industry, addressing the growing demand for vegan-friendly options that are not only environmentally friendly but also delicious and nutritious. She is always seeking new opportunities to collaborate with industry professionals and drive innovation in the realm of novel food products. Currently, she is a postdoctoral fellow in Department of Food and Bioproduct Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan. She leads a project that aims to develop pulse-based tofu, vegan soft cheese, and yogurt replacements using pulses-based ingredients, with a focus on reducing food waste and enhancing regional food security. Her research spans various pulse sources cultivated in Saskatchewan, with a primary goal of maximizing pulse seed utilization while promoting sustainability across the entire production and supply chain.
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Chemical Composition and Foaming Properties of Freeze Dried Aquafaba
Monday, April 29, 2024
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT
Ethanol-precipitated chickpea aquafaba: A potential foaming agent and emulsifier
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT