Aien He
"Fuelled by a love for science and sustainability, I explore how tiny proteins can make a big impact on future foods."

"Hi! I’m Aien, also known as Miya, a PhD student in Prof Zhou’s lab. We study sustainable food proteins by uncovering how they self-assemble and interact with bioactives at the micro- and nanoscale, aiming to design food structures that offer improved nutrition and functionality for a healthier future. My research focuses on functional foods and plant meat (need to be revised after discussion on the PhD project focus)."

Aien hold a master’s degree in Food Science from the National University of Singapore and a bachelor’s degree from Beijing Normal – Hong Kong Baptist University. Her previous work spans plant-based product development, high-pressure homogenization of milk alternatives, and microalgae protein extraction—experiences that fuel my interest in protein systems, soft materials, and functional food design.

Outside the lab, Aien is a photography enthusiast, and active advocate for sustainable diets and science outreach.

 

Educations
2023 - 2025, M.Sc in Food Science and Human Nutrition, National University of Singapore (NUS)
2019 - 2023, B.Sc in Food Science and Technology, Beijing Normal – Hong Kong Baptist University (BNBU)

Email: aienhe@u.nus.edu
ORCID: 0009-0007-0154-7939
Scopus ID: 58698355900
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/aien-he-14851528b