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Hansil Rhea Mendonca

Food Science & Technology Graduate | QA/QC | Food Safety | Product Development | Research & Laboratory Analysis

Mangaluru

< 1 year of work experience

United Breweries Ltd.
- NowPresent

Conducted quality testing of beer and gained exposure to brewing and water analysis.
ITC Life Sciences & Technology Centre
- NowPresent

Performed quality analysis of RTE and other products.
Atrimed Pharmaceuticals
- NowPresent

Worked on protein extraction, millet blending and product development.
Defence Food Research Laboratory
Dec 20254 mosMar 2026

Mysuru, Karnataka, India

Defence Institute of Bio-Defence Technologies (DIBT-DRDO) •Conducted dissertation research on the comparative evaluation of freeze-drying and hot-air drying technologies for vegetable dehydration. • Assessed physicochemical, microbiological, nutritional, and sensory quality parameters of dehydrated carrot and capsicum products. • Performed analytical studies including proximate analysis, microbial quality evaluation, moisture determination, water activity, colour, texture, and rehydration characteristics. • Investigated degradation kinetics of Vitamin C, antioxidant activity (DPPH), carotenoids, and chlorophyll during the drying process. • Generated and interpreted experimental data using standard laboratory protocols and food quality assessment methods. • Collaborated with DRDO scientists and research professionals, strengthening skills in scientific research, technical documentation, and data analysis.
Defence Food Research Laboratory
Dec 20254 mosMar 2026

DIBT-DRDO
Dec 20254 mosMar 2026

Comparative Study of physicochemical and microbiological characteristics of selected vegetables dehydrated by Hot Air Drying and Freeze Drying.

Education

St Joseph's University

Master of Science - MS, Food Science and Technology

St Joseph's University

20242 yrs2026
St. Aloysius (Deemed to be University)

Bsc, Food Science and Technology and chemistry

St. Aloysius (Deemed to be University)

20213 yrs2024

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Headline

Food Science & Technology Graduate | QA/QC | Food Safety | Product Development | Research & Laboratory Analysis

About

Food Science & Technology graduate with hands-on experience in food testing, quality assurance, product development, and laboratory analysis, committed to ensuring food quality, safety, and consumer satisfaction.

Location

Mangaluru

Work experience

Analysis Specialist at United Breweries Ltd., Conducted quality testing of beer and gained exposure to brewing and water analysis.

Analysis Specialist at ITC Life Sciences & Technology Centre, Performed quality analysis of RTE and other products.

Product Development Intern at Atrimed Pharmaceuticals, Worked on protein extraction, millet blending and product development.

Research Intern at Defence Food Research Laboratory, Dec 2025 - Mar 2026 · 4 mos, Mysuru, Karnataka, India, Defence Institute of Bio-Defence Technologies (DIBT-DRDO) •Conducted dissertation research on the comparative evaluation of freeze-drying and hot-air drying technologies for vegetable dehydration. • Assessed physicochemical, microbiological, nutritional, and sensory quality parameters of dehydrated carrot and capsicum products. • Performed analytical studies including proximate analysis, microbial quality evaluation, moisture determination, water activity, colour, texture, and rehydration characteristics. • Investigated degradation kinetics of Vitamin C, antioxidant activity (DPPH), carotenoids, and chlorophyll during the drying process. • Generated and interpreted experimental data using standard laboratory protocols and food quality assessment methods. • Collaborated with DRDO scientists and research professionals, strengthening skills in scientific research, technical documentation, and data analysis.

Research Intern at Defence Food Research Laboratory, Dec 2025 - Mar 2026 · 4 mos

Dissertation at DIBT-DRDO, Dec 2025 - Mar 2026 · 4 mos, Comparative Study of physicochemical and microbiological characteristics of selected vegetables dehydrated by Hot Air Drying and Freeze Drying.

Education

Master of Science - MS, Food Science and Technology, St Joseph's University

Bsc, Food Science and Technology and chemistry, St. Aloysius (Deemed to be University)

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