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MB Devi Marhendraswari

Scientist
MB Devi Marhendraswari

Summary

I am an experienced professional with a background in food and sustainability studies, having worked in Sweden, Estonia, and Finland. My focus is on enhancing sustainability within the food system. I collaborate with scientists to innovate at the intersection of sustainability and cutting-edge technologies. I believe my diverse skill set allows me to make valuable contributions to sustainable practices and the evolving landscape of the future bioeconomy.

Overview

4
years of professional experience

Work History

VTT TECHNICAL RESEARCH CENTRE OF FINLAND

RESEARCH TRAINEE
1 2023 - 8 2023

Job overview

  • Conducted a study to assess the efficiency and sustainability aspects of various food processing methodologies, particularly in comparison to a novel extrusion technology developed
  • Designing design of experiments using MODDE
  • Investigated and assessed optimal conditions for extrusion-aided plant protein fractionation
  • Contributed to the development of patents and the publication of scientific research on a novel extrusion technology for plant protein fractionation, and involved the evaluation of its applicability in the food industry
  • Drafted manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
  • Performed statistical analyses using software such as SPSS or STATA.

CENTER OF FOOD AND FERMENTATION TECHNOLOGIES (TFTAK)

STUDENT INTERNSHIP
05.2022 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Conducted screening and morphology studies of different filamentous fungi for industrial-produced mycoprotein
  • Developed and implemented research protocols for ongoing studies
  • Prepared reports summarizing research activities and outcomes
  • Performed literature reviews to stay up-to-date on current developments in the field
  • Created presentations outlining project details for internal meetings and conferences.

PT SIXMURS PERDANA

QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICER
12.2019 - 06.2020

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented customized strategies to meet client needs
  • Collaborated with clients to develop action plans to address specific challenges and objectives
  • Conducted on-site audits to assess compliance with ISO standards and regulations
  • Developed audit plans, identified deficiencies, and recommended corrective action for nonconformance
  • Verified implementation of corrective actions taken by management to address identified issues.

DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS TECHNOLOGY, GADJAH MADA UNIVERSITY

COORDINATOR OF LABORATORY ASSISTANT
08.2018 - 11.2018

Job overview

  • Coordinated the job description of the assistants
  • Developed new methods and procedures for analyzing data in the lab
  • Maintained laboratory equipment, including calibrating instruments and troubleshooting malfunctions
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times while working in the lab
  • Assisted with the development of new scientific techniques or technologies related to research activities.

Education

University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne, Tallinn University of Technology, Aalto University

MASTERS PROGRAM IN BIOLOGICAL AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING FOR A SUSTAINABLE BIOECONOMY
06.2021 - 8 2023

University Overview

Focused on biochemistry and molecular biology, physiology and genetic of plant development, and biorefineries

Gadjah Mada University
Caturtunggal, Depok

BACHELOR IN FOOD TECHNOLOGY from Food and Agricultural Product Technology
08.2015 - 10 2019

University Overview

Production of edible fungal (Rhizopus delemar CBS 145940) from organosolv-pretreated OPEFB

Chalmers University of Technology and University of Borås

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE
08.2019 - 6 2019

University Overview

Conducted undergraduate research about oil palm empty fruit bunch (OPEFB) valorization to produce edible fungus in Departement of Chemical Engineering, Chalmers University of Technology and Department of Resource Recovery, University of Borås.

Kagawa University

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE from Food Safety
08.2018 - 9 2018

University Overview

Attended lectures about food safety manufacturing and performed laboratory practicums in the field of food safety using GC-MS/MS.

Skills

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Honors And Awards

Honors And Awards
  • 08/2021, Awardee of Erasmus Mundus Scholarship - European Commission, A fully funded Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD) program scholarship administered by European Union
  • 11/19/2019, Graduate with the Highest Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of Faculty of Agricultural Technology - Gadjah Mada University
  • 01/2019, Awardee of Linneaus-Palme Scholarship - Sida and Swedish Council for Higher Education, A fully funded exchange program scholarship administered by the International Programme Office for Education and Training and financed by SIDA, Swedish International Development Co-operation Agency
  • 08/2018, Awardee of JASSO Scholarship - Japan Student Services Organization, A 160,000 JPY grant from the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO).

Recommendations

Recommendations
  • Nesli Sözer, Professor/Supervisor at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, nesli.sozer@vtt.fi
  • Mary-Liis Kütt, Team Leader, maryliis@aio.bio
  • Jorge Ferreira, Supervisor, jorge@nomy.no

Personal Information

Personal Information
  • Date of Birth: 05/15/1997
  • Nationality: Indonesian

Publications

Publications
Production of edible fungal (Rhizopus delemar CBS 145940) biomass from organosolv-pretreated oil palm empty fruit bunch (OPEFB) in submerged fermentation, 2020, The paper was presented in the 5th International Conference of Chemical Engineering & Industrial Biotechnology, https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899X/991/1/012041

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer Experience
  • 01/31/2018, 11/30/2018, Yayasan Rumah Energi (Non-Governmental Organization), Attended conferences and seminars related to topics relevant to the NGO's mission. Created presentations using PowerPoint or other software applications to highlight key points about the NGO's work. Interpreted conversations between English-speaking guests and Indonesian-speaking staff members.
  • 09/06/2018, 09/08/2018, Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, Empowered the local residents to produce rice analog from their crop (corn, seaweed, and Cajanus cajan). Introduced good post-harvest practices to local farmers. Performed emergency responses.

Software

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MODDE

Timeline

STUDENT INTERNSHIP
CENTER OF FOOD AND FERMENTATION TECHNOLOGIES (TFTAK)
05.2022 - 08.2022
University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne, Tallinn University of Technology, Aalto University
MASTERS PROGRAM IN BIOLOGICAL AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING FOR A SUSTAINABLE BIOECONOMY
06.2021 - 8 2023
QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICER
PT SIXMURS PERDANA
12.2019 - 06.2020
Chalmers University of Technology and University of Borås
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE
08.2019 - 6 2019
Kagawa University
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE from Food Safety
08.2018 - 9 2018
COORDINATOR OF LABORATORY ASSISTANT
DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS TECHNOLOGY, GADJAH MADA UNIVERSITY
08.2018 - 11.2018
Gadjah Mada University
BACHELOR IN FOOD TECHNOLOGY from Food and Agricultural Product Technology
08.2015 - 10 2019
RESEARCH TRAINEE
VTT TECHNICAL RESEARCH CENTRE OF FINLAND
1 2023 - 8 2023
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