Shahin Roohinejad

Shahin Roohinejad is a highly experienced scientist currently serving as Principal Scientist at ZoomEssence, Inc. since April 2023. Prior to this role, Shahin held significant positions at Reynolds American Inc. as Master Scientist and Senior Scientist from November 2020 to April 2023, and as Product Development Scientist at Tillamook County Creamery Association from December 2018 to October 2020. Shahin's academic background includes a Ph.D. in Food Science from the University of Otago, where research experience includes postdoctoral roles and research fellowships. Notable projects encompass studies on dark cutting meat and the bioactivity of electro-spinned bioactives, reflecting a strong foundation in food science and biotechnology.