Mr Shadrach Yankey: Leading Researcher in Dairy Science
Early career researcher atΒ Β Kwame Nkrumah University of Science, Ghana
Shadrach Yankey is a meticulous food scientist with over 5 years of academic and industrial expertise.Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Food Science and Technology at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana, under the guidance of Professors William Otoo Ellis and Eric Dwamena Owusu.
Publication Profile:
π¨βπ Education:
- Ph.D. in Food Science and Technology (Ongoing) at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
- MPhil in Food Science and Technology (2021) from KNUST
- BSc in Biochemistry (2015) from the University of Cape Coast
π Experience:
- Over 5 years of combined academic and industrial experience
- Research interests in Daily foods, food chemistry, food microbiology, and food systems
- Expertise in HPLC, spectrophotometer, colorimeter, texture, and dietary fiber analyser
- Project management experience in both industrial and academic settings
π€ Skills:
- Detailed-oriented food scientist
- Dynamic and passionate teacher and research scientist
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and writing skills
π Graduate Mentored:
- Alhasan Awuni (MPhil) – Product optimization and characterization for improved nutrient availability and yeast phytase production from traditional millet products (2021-2022)
- Patience Amissah (MPhil) – Prevalence and risk factors of childhood overweight and obesity among basic school pupils in Effutu Municipality (2021-2022)
Shadrach Yankey is on a journey of academic excellence, blending a rich educational background with hands-on experience in food science. His passion for research, teaching, and project management reflects a commitment to advancing the field. π±β¨