Daniel Essert
About Daniel Essert
Daniel Essert is a Senior Scientist in Materials R&D at Apeel Sciences, where he has worked since 2021. He specializes in developing plant-based formulas to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables and has a background in chemistry from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Work at Apeel
Daniel Essert has been employed at Apeel Sciences since 2021 as a Senior Scientist in Materials R&D. In this role, he focuses on research and development of materials aimed at reducing food waste and improving food preservation. Prior to his current position, he worked at Apeel Sciences in various capacities, including as a Process Development Intern and a Product Development Intern. His experience at Apeel spans several years, contributing to the company's mission of extending the shelf life of fruits and vegetables through innovative plant-based formulas.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Essert earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in materials research and development. He has gained diverse industry experience through multiple internships during his university studies, which have equipped him with practical skills in quality assurance and process development.
Background
Before his current role at Apeel Sciences, Daniel Essert held several internships that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Quality Assurance Intern at Genentech in 2016 and gained experience as a Biological Science Aid at the U.S. Geological Survey in 2015. Additionally, he served as a Product Development Intern at Apeel Sciences from 2017 to 2018, followed by a position as Scientist in Process Development until 2021. This diverse background has shaped his expertise in materials and process development.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Daniel Essert has contributed to significant projects at Apeel Sciences, particularly in the development of plant-based formulas designed to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables. His work in research and development has focused on combating food waste, aligning with the company's goals of enhancing food preservation. His contributions reflect a commitment to innovative solutions in the field of materials science.