Master of Science (Food Technology)

Name                                          Ms. Nezlyn Cressida D’Souza e Dias

Designation                                Assistant Professor of Food Technology & Dept. In- Charge

Email                                          [email protected]

Nature of Appointment            Contract Basis

Educational Qualifications       M.Sc. (Biochemistry), MH-SET, HACCP Level-3 Certified

Teaching Experience     6 years

Subjects Taught                        Food Biotechnology, Food Chemistry and Nutritional Biochemistry, Normal and Clinical Nutrition, Food Engineering, Academic Writing, Research Methodology, Fundamental Statistics, Food Packaging and Food Laws, Food Microbiology, Entrepreneurship and Business Management, Snack Technology, Cereal, Legumes and Oilseed Processing Technology, Dairy Technology, Meat Technology, Food Additives, Adulteration and Toxicology, Food Plant Layout and Design

Areas of Interest                        Biochemistry, Soil Science, Microbiology, Nanotechnology, Waste Management, Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing, Food Analysis, Skill Development, Food Label Development

Research Interest

 Chapters Published:

• Kharangate-Lad A, D’Souza NC (2021). Remediation of Toxic Environmental Pollutants Using Nanoparticles and Integrated Nano-Bio Systems. In: Kumar V, Prasad R, Kumar M (eds) Rhizobiont in Bioremediation of Hazardous Waste. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-0602-1_19
• Kharangate-Lad A, D’Souza NC (2021). Current Approaches in Bioremediation of Toxic Contaminants by Application of Microbial Cells; Biosurfactants and Bioemulsifiers of Microbial Origin. In: Kumar V, Prasad R, Kumar M (eds) Rhizobiont in Bioremediation of Hazardous Waste. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-0602-1_11

Papers/ Posters Presented:

2025: Nezlyn Cressida D’Souza and Amrita Pradeep Kharangate. Unlocking the Potential of Pseudomonas isolated from Coastal Sand Dunes of Miramar: Directions in Secondary Metabolite Research. International Seminar On “Exploring New Frontiers in Biosciences, 23^rd – 24^th January 2025, organised by The Departments of Microbiology & Biotechnology, St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa, Goa, in collaboration with Microbiologists’ Society, India (MBSI).

2024: Nezlyn Cressida D’Souza and Amrita Pradeep Kharangate. Bioprospecting of Halophilic and Halotolerant Rhizobacteria from Coastal Sand Dunes for Sustainable Agriculture. National Conference on Sustainable Developments, organised by PES College of Arts and Science, Farmagudi, Ponda, Goa.

2023: Medora Moraes, Faris Shaikh and Nezlyn Cressida D’Souza. Development of beverage using Ziziphus mauritiana (Ber fruit), an underutilised fruit of Goa. National Conference on Underutilized Food Resources: Nutrient Composition, Value Addition and Quality Assurance, 25^th – 26^th May 2023, organised by Department of Food Technology, School of Engineering and Technology, Mizoram University, Aizawl, Mizoram.

2023: Sejal Gad Kerkar, Swizel Palha and Nezlyn Cressida D’Souza. Development of Cashew Vinegar from Cashew Waste obtained on Urrak Processing. National Conference on Underutilized Food Resources: Nutrient Composition, Value Addition and Quality Assurance, 25^th – 26^th May 2023, organised by Department of Food Technology, School of Engineering and Technology, Mizoram University, Aizawl, Mizoram.

2023: Swizel Palha, Sejal Gad Kerkar and Nezlyn Cressida D’Souza. Development of Wine by Controlled Fermentation of Overripe Waste Mangoes. National Conference on Underutilized Food Resources: Nutrient Composition, Value Addition and Quality Assurance, 25^th – 26^th May 2023, organised by Department of Food Technology, School of Engineering and Technology, Mizoram University, Aizawl, Mizoram.

2020: Janice Fernandes, Nezlyn Cressida D’Souza. Dehydrated Root Vegetable Sticks as a Colourful and Nutritious Snack. National Seminar on Combating Malnutrition through Dietary Diversification: Strategies and Challenges, 13-14^th March 2020, organized by Goa College of Home Science, Campal, in association with DHE-Goa and National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development, Goa.

2020: Nezlyn Cressida D’Souza, Saisha Satarkar, Amrita Kharangate-Lad. Food Packaging Waste Degradation Using Multi-Enzyme Producing Bacteria Isolated from Garden Soil. National Seminar on Bioprospecting for Sustainable Development, organized by the Department of Microbiology, St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa, in collaboration with DSTE-Goa on 24-25^th January 2020.

2017: Nezlyn Cressida D’Souza, Prof. Sarita Winifred Nazareth. Parkinsonism in Goan Patients and its Progression. Poster presented at the Seminar “New Perspectives in Biosciences” organized by the Faculty of Department of Microbiology, Goa University, 7^th December 2017.

2016: Vadivel Arunachalam, Nezlyn Cressida D’Souza, Leisel Dsouza. (2016) Bioinformatic mined simple sequence repeats in Musaceae plant species. “National Conference on Fruit Breeding in Tropics and Subtropics: An Indian Perspective”, held 27-29^th April 2016 at ICAR-IIHR Bengaluru.

2015: Nezlyn Cressida D’Souza, Dr. Maria Beatrice DeSouza. Restoring a Livable Planet through Regenerative Organic Agriculture, at the State-Level Conference as a tribute to Late Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam on the topic: Restoring a Livable Planet Earth, organized by C.R.E.S.T. at Fr. Agnel College of Arts and Commerce - Pilar, 12^th August 2015.

 Activities as Guest Speaker:

2024: Workshop on Use of Scientific Applications and Artificial Intelligence in Research Writing, Invited Speaker, Dept. of History, P.E.S. R.S.N. College of Arts, and Science, Farmagudi, Ponda, Goa, 28^th September 2024.

2024: Workshop on Integrating Digital Tools and AI in Modern Research and Academia, Invited Speaker, Dept. of Microbiology, P.E.S. R.S.N. College of Arts, and Science, Farmagudi, Ponda, Goa, 19^th July 2024.

2023: Workshop on Scientific Research Writing, Invited Speaker, Dept. of Microbiology, P.E.S. R.S.N. College of Arts, and Science, Farmagudi, Ponda, Goa

2023: Seminar – Celebrating G-20 Presidency of India: District-level Neighbourhood Youth Parliament, Invited Speaker, Interactive Session on International Year of Millets, organised by Nehru Yuva Kendra, NSS Goa University, Carmel College of Arts, Science and Commerce – Nuvem, 29^th March 2023.

2022: Workshops on Scientific Research Writing, Invited Speaker, for the following colleges:

3-4^th March 2022: Dept. of Chemistry, Carmel College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Nuvem, Goa

30^th March 2022: Dept. of Physics, Parvatibai Chowgule College of Arts and Science, Gogol, Goa

8^th April 2022: Dept. of English, Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Government College of Arts and Commerce, Pernem, Goa

4^th May 2022: PG Dept. of Commerce, Carmel College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Nuvem, Goa

5^th May 2022: Dept. of Microbiology, P.E.S. R.S.N. College of Arts, and Science, Farmagudi, Ponda, Goa

2021: Webinar Series on Life Skills, Invited Speaker, Obesity and Obesogens: Linking Environmental Pollution to Fat Gain. St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa, 15^th March 2021.

2019: Interactive Session on Cancer Awareness, Invited Speaker, Max Life Insurance, Panaji.

Designation                             Asst. Professor of Food Technology

Nature of Appointment         Contract Basis

Email                                       [email protected]

Educational Qualifications    M.Sc. (Biotechnology), Ph.D. Biotechnology, HACCP Level-3 Certified

Teaching Experience             5 years

Subjects Taught                     Food Microbiology, Food Biochemistry, Food Biotechnology, Entrepreneurship, Nutraceuticals & Health foods, Cereal Technology, Food Product Development and International Trade, Food Preservation

Areas of Interest        Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals, Product development, Quality control & Manufacturing, Licensing, Domestic and international regulations, Entrepreneurship & IPR

Research Interest

Papers/Books/Chapters Published:

• Cordeiro, M. C. and Kaliwal, B. B. (2011). Hepatoprotective and nephroprotective activity of bark extract of Bridelia retusa spreng in CCL₄ treated female mice. Journal of Pharmacognosy., 2(1), 14-20. Factor 3.85
• Cordeiro, M. C. and Kaliwal, B. B., (2011). Antioxidant activity of bark extract of Bridelia retusa spreng on DMBA induced mammary carcinogenesis in female Sprague Dawley rats. International Journal of Molecular Biology., 2(1), 22-30. Factor 4.61
• Cordeiro M. C. and Kaliwal B. B. (2012). Antihelmintic activity of stem bark extract of bridelia retusa spreng. International Journal of Applied Biology and Pharmaceutical Technology., 3(4), 15-19. Factor 0.12
• Cordeiro M. C. and Kaliwal B. B. (2013). Protective role of bark extract of Bridelia retusa Spreng on CCl₄ induced histological toxicity in mice. Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry., 2(4), 142-14. Factor 5.52
• Cordeiro M. C. (2015). Anti-Dengue and Safety Study of Novel Herbal Formulation- DENPAP® a Liquid Dosage Form. International Journal for Advanced Review and Research in Pharmacy., 2(1), 258-264. Factor 1.12
• Maria Carina Cordeiro (2018). Efficacy and Safety Study Report of Novel Herbal Formulation- DELSTROK® tablets. International Journal for Advance Research and Innovation., 6(3), 145-146. Factor 4.295
• Chari N. P. and Cordeiro M. C. (2019) A Study on Compliance and Market Status of Wheat flour Labels in the State of Goa. Journal of Advanced Research in Food Science and Nutrition., 2(1), 17-22. Factor 0.35
• Maria Carina Cordeiro (2019). A Prospective open labeled clinical study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Novel Herbal Formula DENPAP® in patients with Dengue. International Journal for Pharma Science and Research., 10(9), 236-240. Factor 0.83
• Maria Carina Cordeiro (2019). Toxicity and Efficacy Study of Novel Herbal Formulation of Hadjoint ® Tablets. Asian J Med Pharm Res, 9(2), 11-16. Factor 2.64
• Maria Carina Cordeiro (2019). A Novel Herbal Formulation of Delstrok® for Patients with Cardiovascular Disorders. International Journal of Advance Research and Innovation, 7(4) 291-294. Factor 3.25
• Maria Carina Cordeiro (2023). Toxicity and Efficacy Study of Diabnash ® Tablets. International Journal of Pharma Research, 14(2) 75-79.

Papers Presented:

• Cordeiro M. C. and Kaliwal B. B. Phytochemical analysis and antimicrobial assay of bark extracts of Bridelia retusa Spreng. National Conference on Production of Qaulity Seeds and Planting Material in Horticutural Crops, 11-14^th March 2010, New Delhi.
• Cordeiro M. C. and Kaliwal B. B. Amelioration of alloxan-induced diabetes in rats by stem bark extract of Bridelia retusa Spreng. 5^th Annual Convection of Association of Biotechnology and Pharmacy (ABAP) and International Symposium on Innovation in Free Radical Research and Therapeutics, 7-9^th December 2011, Karunya University, Coimbatore.
• Cordeiro M. C. and Kaliwal B. B. Antihelmintic activity of stem bark extract of Bridelia retusa Spreng. National Conference on Biodiversity Assessment, Conservation and Utilization 9^th – 11^th February 2012, Department of Biodiversity, M.E.S Abasaheb Garware College, Karve road, Pune.

Awards and Honours:

Other Achievements:

1. PROJECT/RESEARCH GUIDANCE

• Non-clinical (chemical and animal model study) and clinical research (collaborated with hospitals) on herbal formulations in GOAN PHARMA
• IGNOU project study entitled 'Compliance to labelling requirements and assessment of consumer awareness on the food labels for wheat flour in Goa' submitted by Ms NANDINI CHARI in 2018 for Post Graduate Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management (PGDFSQM),
• Product development and quality testing for spirulina product for Al Savar Tech, Bangalore
• Regulatory guidance to Biomed Ingredients, Goa

2. ARTICLES REVIEWED:

• Manuscript entitled ‘Therapeutic effects of Vestibular Exercise along with Yoga on Diabetes Mellitus: A Review’ published in Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International in 2021
• Manuscript entitled ‘A review on the current status and future prospectus of Oral vaccines’ published in Asian Journal of Medicine and Health in 2021
• Manuscript entitled ‘The sub-acute effects of raw honey on prothrombin time, activated partial thromboplastin time and platelet values in Albino Wistar rats’ published in Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences in 2020.

3. SEMINAR/PROGRAMMES ORGANISED:

• Press release of DENPAP and Seminar for doctors conducted in Mumbai, Maharashtra
• Medical representative and marketing field force training program on pharmaceutical products conducted in Mumbai, Maharashtra
• Patient & Healthcare representative outreach program on ‘Dengue’ for doctors and healthcare workers organized at Davangere, Karnataka and Dengue awareness campaign, Hyderabad (2018) collaborated with Lions club
• Patient & Healthcare representative outreach program on ‘Dengue’ in collaboration with Panchayat & Sub-District hospital organized at Priol-Ponda, Vasco (2018) & Mormugoa Municipal Council organized at Vasco, Goa (2018)
• Entrepreneurship - a learning experience seminar presented at ‘Empowering Goan Woman to Conquer market’ organized by Vasco Rotary club & GCCI women’s wing

Email Address (G-Suite)        [email protected]

Department                             PG Department of Food Technology

Nature of Appointment          Contract Basis

Educational Qualifications     M.Sc. (Marine Biotechnology), Ph.D. Biotechnology, CSIR-NET, HACCP Level-3 Certified

Teaching Experience              5 Years

Subjects Taught                      Food Chemistry and Nutritional Biochemistry, Food Quality, Safety Standards, and Laws, Food Sensory Science and Flavour Technology, Beverage Technology

Areas of Interest                     Bioprocessing of Food, Value added food product development, Enzymology

Research Papers Published

List of International Review/Research Articles

1. Naik, A., Madhusudhan, M. C., Raghavarao, K.S.M.S. and Subba, D. (2015) Downstream processing for production of value-added products from coconut. Current Biochemical Engineering, 2(2): 168-180. DOI 10.2174/2212711902999150615155807
2. Naik, A., Venu G. V., Prakash, M. and Raghavarao, K.S.M.S. (2014) Dehydration of coconut skim milk and evaluation of functional properties. CyTA Journal of Food, 12 (3): 227-234. DOI 10.1080/19476337.2013.833296
3. Naik, A, Prakash, M., Ravi, R. and Raghavarao, K.S.M.S. (2013) Storage study and quality evaluation of coconut protein powder. Journal of Food Science, 78 (11): S1784–S1792. DOI 10.1080/19476337.2013.833296
4. Naik, A., Raghavendra, S.N. and Raghavarao, K.S.M.S. (2012) Production of coconut protein powder from coconut wet processing waste and its characterization. Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 167: 1290–1302. DOI 10.1007/s12010-012-9632-9
5. Vijayasanthi, J., Adsare, S. R., Lamdande, A. G., Naik, A., Raghavarao, K. S. M. S., & Prabhakar, G. (2020). Recovery of proteins from coconut milk whey employing ultrafiltration and spray drying. Journal of food science and technology, 57(1), 22–31. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-019-04025-9
6. Rani, K.C., Naik, A., Chaurasiya R. and Raghavarao, K.S.M.S. (2017). Removal of toxic Congo red dye from water employing low-cost coconut residual fiber. Water Science and Technology. 75 (9-10): 2225-2236. DOI 10.2166/wst.2017.109.
7. Jampani, C. Naik, A., Raghavarao, K.S.M.S. (2014) Purification of anthocyanins from jamun (Syzygium cumini) employing adsorption, Separation and Purification Technology, 125: 170–178. DOI 10.1016/j.seppur.2014.01.047

List of Posters/Paper Presentations

1. Aduja Naik and 8 project students, “Value Addition and Bioprocessing of Brewers Spent Grain”, poster presented at the national level conference ‘Emerging trends in Science and Technology: A Multidisciplinary Approach” organised by St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa on 3rd and 4th March 2023.
2. Swetha Pereira and Aduja Naik, “Extraction of Anthocyanins from Goan Wild Berries”, Oral Presentation at International Conference (online) on “Novel Approaches in Life Sciences” held on 8th and 9th April, 2022 organised by Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Matunga, Mumbai.
3. Aduja Naik and KSMS Raghavarao, “Ultrasound and enzyme assisted demulsification of coconut milk for production of virgin coconut oil”, Oral paper presented at 2^nd International Society of Biotechnology Conference, 8^th -10^th July 2013 held at Antwerp, Belgium.
4. Aduja Naik and KSMS Raghavarao, “Concentration and dehydration of coconut skim milk: value addition to the by-product”, Poster presented at the Indo-European Food for Health Conference, February 10^th – 12^th, 2013, held at IIT Madras, Chennai. (This poster was awarded Best Poster, first prize by Vandemoortele centre “Lipid Science and Technology”, UGENT, Belgium).
5. Aduja Naik, Maya Prakash, Ravi R and KSMS Raghavarao, “Storage study and quality evaluation of coconut protein powder”, Poster presented at Indian Convention of Food Scientists and Technologists (ICFOST XXII), December 6^th – 7^th 2012, held at CFTRI, Mysore, Karnataka, India. (This poster was awarded Best Poster, second prize).
6. Aduja Naik, KSMS Raghavarao, “Destabilization of coconut milk emulsion using proteases”, Poster presented at Indian Convention of Food Scientists and Technologists (ICFOST XXI), 20^th-21^st January 2012, held at YASHADA Complex, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
7. Aduja Naik, Adarsh N and KSMS Raghavarao, “Effect of pH and enzymatic treatments on destabilization of coconut milk emulsion”, Poster presented at Fifth International Conference on fermented foods, health status and social well-being: Challenges and Opportunities (SASNET) December 15^th– 16^th, 2011 at Mysore, Karnataka, India. (This poster was awarded Best Poster, consolation prize).
8. Aduja Naik, SN Raghavendra and KSMS Raghavarao, “Production of coconut protein powder from coconut wet processing waste and its characterization”, Poster presented at International Conference on New Horizons in Biotechnology, November 21^st-24^th 2011, held at Trivandrum, Kerala, India.
9. Aduja Naik, SN Raghavendra and KSMS Raghavarao, “Spray dried coconut milk whey protein powder and its properties” Poster presented at Indian Convention of Food Scientists and Technologists (ICFOST XX), December 21^st-23^rd 2009, held at NIMHANS Convention Center, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.

Awards and Honours

• Awarded “Goa Scholars” scholarship by the State Government of Goa in September 2009.
• Qualified Department of Biotechnology-Junior Research Fellow Examination (DBT- JRF May 2008).
• Qualified Joint CSIR-UGC Test for JRF/Eligibility for Lectureship (JRF NET December 2007).
• Qualified Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2007).

Other achievements                                           Co-founder, Mushroom Connect

Email Address                         [email protected]

Nature of Appointment          Contract Basis

Educational Qualifications     M.Sc. (Food Technology), HACCP Level-3 Certified

Teaching Experience              1 Year

Subjects Taught        Food Processing and Packaging, Lab in Food Processing and Quality Management, Food Engineering, Bakery, Confectionery, and Convenience Food Technology, Cereal, Legume, and Oilseed Processing Technology, Dairy Technology, Food Quality, Safety Standards, and Laws, Lab in Food Additives, Adulteration, and Toxicology, Industrial Food Waste Management, Normal and Clinical Nutrition, Nutraceuticals and Health Foods, and Epidemiology and Health Economics

Areas of Interest                     Food Product Development and International Trade, Novel food and beverage production and manufacturing.

Extracurricular activities

Professional Western Concert Flautist

Performed professionally as a Western Concert Flutist for Pueri Cantores, under the baton of renowned conductors Celeste Cordo and Dawn Cordo Gonsalves (alumni of Berklee College of Music), alongside musicians from the Symphony Orchestra of India (SOI) and The Bombay Chamber Orchestra (BCO).

Regulatory Affairs Senior - GreenXroot

Consultant services for Licensing, Audits and New Product Development.