First Place: For Excellence in Research
Paz Shemesh, a doctoral candidate in the laboratory of Prof. Ayelet Fishman.
Research topic: Characterization of rapeseed napin protein expressed and produced from Pichia pastoris
“Thanks to this scholarship, I will be able to dedicate my full time to my research and strive for breakthroughs in the field of alternative proteins and in food science as a whole. I believe that this research has real potential to impact the future of the food industry, to develop higher-quality and healthier protein sources, and to contribute to creating sustainable solutions for the next generation.”
Second Place: For Excellence in Research
Liora Bernstein, a doctoral candidate in the laboratory of Assoc. Prof. Avi Shpigelman.
Research topic: Processing shelf stability and digestive fate of sesame lignans
“Thanks to this scholarship, I am able to continue my research and share our innovative findings through publications and at conferences around the world. I believe that the results of this research will help identify the potential of innovative processing technologies, such as high-pressure homogenization, to enable the development of ready-to-eat tahini salad with enhanced nutritional potential.”
Third Place: For Excellence in Research
May Cohen Hakmon, a doctoral candidate in the laboratory of Prof. Yehezkel Kashi.
Research topic: Microbiome analysis as molecular indicator to improve the food production process and to extend the shelf-life of food products
“Your scholarship provides me with a genuine opportunity to continue and deepen this important research with a sense of purpose, to lead improvements in quality control processes, prevent food safety incidents, save time and resources, and ensure better health for the general public.”
