Tell us one interesting fact about yourself.

I like to apply my knowledge to areas that do not necessarily appear, on the surface, to fit. For example, we were recently approached to help preserve the skeleton of two whales, a blue whale and a north Atlantic right whale, through composting. So, we have engaged in a project to do that.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I have a number of hobbies, including playing soccer, learning piano and reading.

What are you currently working on?

Agricultural systems management projects related to soil health, crop production, and fate and transport of organic contaminants in soils.

What are you passionate about related to your area of expertise?

My passions relate to understanding how environmental systems and managed landscapes are impacted by human interventions and how we can minimize those impacts.

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Tell us one interesting fact about yourself.

I’ve participated in three half-marathons up to now. Back in 2011, I thought I could never do one.

What do you like to do in your free time?

Spending time outdoors — jogging, hiking, alpine skiing in the winter.

What are you currently working on?

These days, I’m developing my research program on nutrient profiling for the new few years to be submitted for a salary award early this fall.

What are you passionate about related to your area of expertise?

Finding ways that will make nutritious food choices easier for consumers.

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Tell us one interesting fact about yourself.

I also have expertise in horticulture and agriculture.

What do you like to do in your free time?

Try different fusion cuisines and fish.

What are you currently working on?

Influences of functional lipids on brain health and brain lipid metabolism, functional food production, development, sensory evaluation, preservation and safety.

What are you passionate about related to your area of expertise?

Production of foods enhanced with functional lipids; safety, sensory and nutritional quality of grilled foods; influences of functional lipids on brain health outcomes.

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The articles we post are not our opinions. Each article is written with the purpose to provide you with science-based information that you can use to make decisions about your food and health. The Best Food Facts network of experts includes University researchers, PhD scientists, registered dietitians and established experts in their field of study.

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What three words or phrases best describe you?

Learner, achiever and analytical

What do you like to do in your free time?

I like serving people, learning about new technologies, reading while listening to music, playing sports and spending time with family and friends.

What’s the last good book you read?

Beautiful Evidence by Edward Tufte.

What are you currently working on?

I work at the junction where nutrition and cognitive science, media innovation and social impact meet. I currently work on creating strategy, innovation and design of systems-based solutions to complex food and nutrition problems to end world hunger and malnutrition.

If you could have one superpower what would it be?

Omnilingualism! I would love to be able to effectively communicate with anyone anywhere in the world.

What are you most passionate about?

I am passionate about making the world a better place in small ways, big ways and in ways one cannot even consider!

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