Dr. Yin Thoo

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Yin Thoo works as a senior lecturer at Monash University, focusing on innovative food processing techniques to reduce post-harvest losses. Her research employs methods like encapsulation and spray drying to preserve and enhance the flavors and aromas of spice oleoresins. This work improves solubility and ensures a consistent flavor profile, making quality cooking accessible for everyone. Additionally, she is pioneering the development of affordable biopolymer-based packaging made from renewable materials, providing a sustainable alternative to plastic. Thoo’s biopolymer films exhibit strong mechanical strength and act as effective barriers to water vapor and oxygen. Collaborating with industry and research groups, she aims to minimize food supply chain post-harvest loss. Her research includes developing functional foods and repurposing food by-products through environmentally friendly methods like ozone and ultrasound treatments to extract bioactive compounds such as antioxidants and dietary fibers, thus promoting sustainability and public health.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2010-01-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Senior Lecturer in the Department of Food Science focusing on research in food processing and packaging.

Awards

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Gold Medal

2023-12-01
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Gold Medal

2024-08-30
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Silver Medal

2021-12-14

Courses

FST1911 Introduction to Nutrition FST3850 Food Product Development FST3862 Food Safety and Quality Management

Requirements for Monash 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:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.