Pratibha Acharya, PhD
About Pratibha Acharya, PhD
Pratibha Acharya, PhD, is a Scientist I at Benson Hill with expertise in various chromatography techniques and a background in biochemistry and analytical chemistry. She has research experience from Texas A&M University and the University of Minnesota, and she focuses on health-promoting phytochemicals and cross-functional food strategies.
Work at Benson Hill
Pratibha Acharya serves as Scientist I at Benson Hill, a role she has held since 2021. In this position, she is responsible for communicating research progress and results to both internal and external stakeholders. She contributes to the development of cross-functional and departmental food function strategies, leveraging her expertise in chromatography and analytical techniques. Acharya's work includes the identification and quantification of health-promoting phytochemicals and volatiles, utilizing advanced analytical tools to enhance the company's research initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Pratibha Acharya is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Horticultural Science at Texas A&M University, a program she has been involved in since 2015. Her academic background is complemented by extensive expertise in various chromatography techniques, including HPLC, LCMS, GC, and GCMS. This technical knowledge supports her research experience across multiple fields, such as biochemistry, analytical chemistry, nanotechnology, seed technology, and postharvest physiology.
Background
Acharya's research career includes a five-year tenure as a Graduate Research Assistant at Texas A&M University from 2015 to 2020, located in the Bryan/College Station, Texas area. Prior to this, she volunteered for six months in the Horticultural Pathology Lab at the University of Minnesota from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she gained international experience as an intern at LI-BIRD in Pokhara, Nepal, in 2013.
Research Experience
Pratibha Acharya has a diverse research background that spans several scientific disciplines. Her work includes significant contributions to the identification and quantification of health-promoting phytochemicals and volatiles at the Vegetable and Fruit Improvement Center. Her experience in analytical chemistry and biochemistry enables her to utilize advanced techniques effectively, promoting innovation in seed technology and postharvest physiology.