Matt Kahlscheuer, PhD
About Matt Kahlscheuer, PhD
Matt Kahlscheuer, PhD, serves as the Senior Director of Apeel Labs, where he has worked since 2022. He has held various roles at Apeel and has an extensive academic background in chemistry and biochemistry from the University of Michigan and St. Norbert College.
Current Role at Apeel
Matt Kahlscheuer serves as the Senior Director of Apeel Labs, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees various research initiatives and development projects aimed at enhancing the company's mission to reduce food waste through innovative solutions. His leadership at Apeel Labs focuses on advancing the scientific understanding of plant-based technologies.
Previous Positions at Apeel
Before his current role, Matt Kahlscheuer held several positions at Apeel. He was the Director of Biological Sciences from 2020 to 2022, where he managed research teams and projects related to biological applications. Prior to that, he served as Head of Protein Formulations from 2015 to 2018, contributing to the development of formulations that support the company's product offerings. He also worked as a Staff Biological Scientist from 2018 to 2020.
Education and Academic Background
Matt Kahlscheuer earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from the University of Michigan, where he studied from 2009 to 2015. His academic journey included a role as a Graduate Student Instructor and a Postdoctoral Research Associate. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biochemistry from St. Norbert College, where he studied from 2005 to 2009.
Research Experience
Matt Kahlscheuer has extensive research experience, having worked as a Research Assistant at St. Norbert College in 2008 and 2009. He also contributed to the academic community at the University of Michigan, where he served as a Graduate Student Instructor and a Postdoctoral Research Associate. His research has focused on various aspects of chemistry and biological sciences.