Dr. Jing Zhao’s research focuses on the development, characterization (structure, functionalities, flavor, oxidation, etc.), and utilization of novel and sustainable food sources, with a focus on food protein ingredients and high-protein foods.
The alternative
protein ecosystem
Jing Zhao
Researcher- Host institution: San Diego State University
- Position: Principal investigator
- Discipline: Agricultural science, Chemistry, Food science
- Alternative protein type: Fermentation, Plant-based
- Collaboration opportunities: Industry partnership, Joint research, Providing guest lectures, Sharing equipment or facilities, Technical consultation
- Hiring for: Graduate students, Research staff
- Lab equipment: Sensory and food science analysis equipment
- Pilot equipment: None
- Region: North America
- Technology focus: Computational modeling, Consumer research, End product formulation and manufacturing, Food safety and quality, Ingredient optimization
- Location: San Diego, California, United States