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Dr. Summer Rashid

Dr. Summer Rashid
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I am an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of Food Science and Technology, currently serving as Associate Professor and Head of the School of Food Science and Technology at Minhaj University Lahore with a PhD in Food Science and Technology from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad. My career has been dedicated to advancing education, research, and innovation in food and nutrition. Over the past decade, I have played a pivotal role in establishing and accrediting several undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including BS Food Science and Technology, BS Food Safety and Quality Management, BS Dairy Science and Technology, M.Phil Halal Food Safety Management, MPhil Clinical Nutrition, and PhD in Food Science and Technology. My research span on functional foods, nutraceuticals, food fortification, and bioactive components, with multiple publications in high-impact journals where I have contributed to understanding the role of inulin, iron fortification, dietary fibers and prebiotic-probiotic interactions in addressing micronutrient deficiencies and lifestyle-related disorders. Beyond research, I actively contribute to academic leadership by coordinating accreditation processes, conferences, workshops, and training programs that strengthen the linkage between academia and industry. My work is underpinned by a strong commitment to capacity building, curriculum development, and mentoring of young scientists. As a scholar, educator and leader, I aim to continue contributing to global food security and health through innovative research and collaborative initiatives, while fostering the next generation of food science professionals.

  • Food Technology, University of Agriculture Faisalabad (2017)

Title Volume.# Issue.# Pages Year
Qualitative Studies of Cream Cheese made by using Bifidobacterium Bifidum & Lactobacillus Acidophilus
Journal Name: Biological and Clinical Sciences Research Journal
Volume # 2024: 914 Issue # N.A Year of Publication: 1970
IOLOGICALINVESTIGATIONOFBAELFRUIT(AEGELMARMELOS)POWDERINTHEMANAGEMENTOFHYPOCHOLESTEREMIAAMONGHUMANSUBJECTS
Journal Name: Pakistan Journal of Science
Volume # Vol. 76 No. 02 (2024): June 2024 Issue # 02 Year of Publication: 2025
Optimization of microwave-assisted extraction for quercetin (prebiotic) and the effect of its symbiotic combination with Lactobacillus acidophilus (probiotic) in NAFLD induced rat model
Journal Name: Front. Nutr. 12:1596758
Volume # Volume 12 - 2025 Issue # 2296-861X. Year of Publication: 2025
Dermatological Manifestations of Infectious Diseases: A Global Public Health Concern
Journal Name: Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation
Volume # Vol. 2 No. 2 (Health & Rehab) (2024): Volume 2 Issue # 2 Year of Publication: 2024
Efficacy of Calcium Supplementation On Growth And Egg Quality In Desi Laying Hens (Gallus Gallus Domesticus)
Journal Name: NA
Volume # NA Issue # NA Page # NA Year of Publication: 2024
Effect of lead acetate toxicity on the histological and biochemical changes in liver and kidney of fish rohu (labeo rohita).
Journal Name: NA
Volume # NA Issue # NA Page # NA Year of Publication: 2024
Techno-Functional Assay and Quality Assessment of Yogurt Supplemented with Basil Seed Gum Powder
Journal Name: Brazilina Archives of Biology and Technology
Year of Publication: 2022
Development of Gluten-Free Cupcakes Enriched with Almond, Flaxseed, and Chickpea Flours.
Journal Name: Journal of Food Quality
Year of Publication: 2022
Co-administration of inulin and iron fortificants improves iron deficiency biomarkers in female Sprague dawley rats
Journal Name: Food Science and Nutrition
Year of Publication: 2022
Prebiotics and Iron Bioavailability? Unveiling the hidden association- A Review.
Journal Name: Trends in Food Science and Technology
Year of Publication: 2021
Physicochemical and Techno-functional attributes of inulin and exploring their fat replacing functionality in cakes
Journal Name: Progress in Nutrition
Year of Publication: 2017
Functional and Therapeutic Potential of Inulin: A comprehensive review
Journal Name: Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition
Year of Publication: 2017
Physicochemical and Techno-functional attributes of inulin and exploring their fat replacing functionality in cakes
Year of Publication: 2025
Functional and Therapeutic Potential of Inulin: A comprehensive review
Year of Publication: 2025
Enrichment of wheat flour bread to enhance physicochemical and sensory attributes using broccoli powder
Year of Publication: 2025
Pasting properties of Pectin coated iron-folate fortified basmati rice
Year of Publication: 2025
• Effect of basil seed gum on physico‐chemical and rheological properties of bread
Year of Publication: 2025
Salt reduction in baked products: strategies and constraints
Year of Publication: 2025
Rice bran nutraceutics: a comprehensive review
Year of Publication: 2025
Physicochemical and sensory assessment of apple pomace enriched muffins
Year of Publication: 2025
Effects of extrusion cooking on the dietary fibre content and water solubility index of wheat bran extrudates
Year of Publication: 2025
• Effects of extrusion cooking on the dietary fibre content and water solubility index of wheat bran extrudates
Year of Publication: 2025
• Effects of extrusion cooking on the dietary fibre content and water solubility index of wheat bran extrudates
Year of Publication: 2025