Janaki Senthil Murugan
Abu Dhabi
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Research Associate
Khalifa University
Abu Dhabi
06.2024 - 12.2025
- Conducted biochemical analysis to identify metabolic changes during date seed development and fermentation.
- Executed nutritional assessments of various plants and fruits to evaluate health benefits.
- Acquired extensive training in phytochemical and bioactive compounds.
- Applied colour and texture analysis techniques in biological research using C. elegans as a model organism.
- Gained experience in solid- and liquid-state fermentation processes for plant materials.
- Optimised fermentation methods to enhance functional, nutritional, and sensory properties of food ingredients.
- Demonstrated expertise in enzymatic extraction and activity assessment of amylase and pancreatic lipase.
- Performed comprehensive microbial characterisation, including Gram staining and metabolic profiling.
Dietitian
Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Insitute
Pondicherry
06.2023 - 05.2025
- Implemented dietary initiatives.
- Created customized nutritional strategies for diverse health issues.
- Expert in diabetic diet and CKD diet.
- Facilitated patient engagement through motivational interviewing.
- Experienced in providing Medical Nutrition Therapy in critical care settings, including assessment and management of enteral nutrition (tube feeding) for ICU and hospitalized patients.
- Implemented food safety protocols to maintain high standards of hygiene and prevent contamination.
Education
Master of Science - Home Science, Food Science Nutrition & Dietetics
University of Madras
Chennai, IndiaBachelor of Science - Nutrition & Dietetics
Bharathiyar University
Coimbatore, IndiaSkills
- Lab Techniques Proficiency
- Biochemical Analysis
- Total Flavonoids & Total Phenolic Assays
- Research and Analysis
- Food product development
- Proximate Analysis
PUBLICATIONS
Akram, A., Murugan, J. S., Barathikannan, K., Tammina, S. K., Sridhar, K., Keewan, M., & Banat, F. (2025)
AREA OF INTREST
- Fermentation Technology
- In Vitro Digestion
- Texture and Sensory Analysis
Timeline
Research Associate
Khalifa University
06.2024 - 12.2025
Dietitian
Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Insitute
06.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Dietetics
Bharathiyar University
Master of Science - Home Science, Food Science Nutrition & Dietetics
University of Madras