Dr. Mirja Ahmmed

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mirja Ahmmed is a food scientist specializing in product development, with a specific focus on lipidomics and modification using advanced technologies. Her expertise lies in extracting bioactive compounds from biological materials and delivering active ingredients for functional foods. With a strong academic background, she has held positions at Lincoln University and Chittagong Veterinary Animal Sciences University, where she contributed to research and education in the field of food science. She is actively involved in mentoring and supervising master's and PhD students, guiding them in their research projects. Mirja is committed to advancing the field of food technology and improving public health through innovative approaches to food quality and safety.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2024-06-10 — Present

Lincoln University • Lincoln, New Zealand

Involved in teaching and research in the field of Wine Food & Molecular Biosciences.

Junior Research Officer

2015-01-01 — 2017-12-31

Chittagong Veterinary Animal Sciences University • Chittagong, Bangladesh

Conducted research in Fishing Post-harvest Technology.

Food Technologist

2021-01-01 — 2022-12-31

Massey University, Riddet Institute • Palmerston North, New Zealand

Worked on developing food technologies and supporting research projects.

Requirements for Lincoln University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:50
Reading
Required:50
Writing
Required:50
Speaking
Required:50
Overall
Required:58
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
A relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor's degree or recognised equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Degree certificates
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Copy of passport
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply across most taught Master's programs in Agribusiness, Tourism Management, and Science departments.