Abhishek Gupta
About Abhishek Gupta
Abhishek Gupta is a Senior Scientist at General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with extensive experience in environmental biotechnology, biorefinery processes, and food chemistry.
Title at General Mills
Abhishek Gupta is currently a Senior Scientist at General Mills, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. In this role, Abhishek leverages his extensive experience in food chemistry and biochemistry to contribute to new product development and research initiatives within the company.
Education and Training
Abhishek Gupta has a solid educational foundation in the sciences. He earned his Master of Science (MSc) from Wageningen University & Research, where he studied from 2005 to 2007. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor's degree at Anand Agricultural University, Anand, spanning from 1999 to 2003. Additionally, he attended Kendriya Vidyalaya from 1986 to 1998 for his foundational education.
Experience in Research and Development
Abhishek Gupta has had a diverse career in research and development within the food and biochemistry sectors. He served as a PhD Researcher at Wageningen University & Research Centre from 2010 to 2015. Prior to this, he worked at FrieslandCampina as a Researcher from 2007 to 2016 and had a brief role there working on a research thesis in 2007. Additionally, he gained industry experience through an internship at DMV-International from 2006 to 2007.
Early Career in India
Abhishek began his professional career in India, working as a Technical Officer at Mehsana District Co-operative Milk Producers' Union Limited from 2003 to 2005. This role provided him with crucial hands-on experience in the dairy industry, which has been foundational to his later work in biochemistry and food science.
Specialization in Protein Research and Biorefinery
Abhishek Gupta specializes in both animal and plant protein research and has significant expertise in environmental biotechnology and biorefinery processes. His work often focuses on fermentation research, and he has a strong interest in advancing biochemistry applications in the food industry. This specialization enables him to contribute to innovative product development and sustainable processes in his current role.