Gigi L.
About Gigi L.
Gigi L. is an Associate Director and Materials Scientist at Apeel, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Stanford University and has experience in research and development across various companies.
Work at Apeel
Gigi L. has been employed at Apeel since 2019, initially serving as a Materials Scientist. In 2021, she advanced to the position of Associate Director. Her role involves overseeing projects related to materials science, contributing to the development of innovative solutions aimed at reducing food waste. Apeel is known for its plant-derived coatings that extend the shelf life of fresh produce.
Education and Expertise
Gigi L. holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering from Stanford University, where she studied from 2012 to 2016. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, completing her studies from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in materials science and engineering principles.
Background
Before joining Apeel, Gigi L. gained valuable experience through various internships and research positions. She worked as a PhD Student Researcher at Stanford University from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, she held internships at Imprint Energy in 2011 and Merck in 2010. Gigi also contributed to research at the Newman Research Group at UC Berkeley from 2010 to 2012.
Previous Employment
Gigi L. worked at The Clorox Company as a Product Development Scientist from 2017 to 2019. In this role, she focused on developing new products and improving existing formulations. Her prior experiences include working as an R&D Intern at Imprint Energy and as a Manufacturing Engineering Intern at Merck, where she gained practical insights into the industry.