Monica Aguayo-Mendoza, Ph.D in

Monica Aguayo-Mendoza, Ph.D

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Sensory Lead at AB Mauri, a global business of Associated British Foods plc
📍 Panningen, Limburg, Netherlands

Monica Aguayo-Mendoza is the Sensory Lead at AB Mauri, where she manages a global sensory team and directs innovative research. Holding a Ph. D. from Wageningen University, she excels in translating complex sensory data into actionable business strategies and building sensory capabilities within the organization.

She is passionate about education and mentorship within her field, frequently teaching university students and introducing young professionals to the world of sensory science. She enjoys sharing her knowledge and fostering interest in the next generation of scientists.

Her Ph. D. thesis cover was recognized as the best of the year in 2020.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Sensory Lead
Location
Panningen, Limburg, Netherlands
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Sensory Science
Her career is centered on sensory science, from her PhD research on oral processing to leading a global sensory team at a major food ingredients company.
Mentoring & Education
Demonstrates a passion for teaching sensory science to university students and mentoring young professionals, such as New Zealand's young bread bakers of the year.
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Career

Work history

12-2024
Sensory Lead
AB Mauri, a global business of Associated British Foods plc
6-2021 - 12-2024
Sensory scientist
AB Mauri, a global business of Associated British Foods plc
2-2016 - 5-2020
PhD Sensory and Consumer Science
Wageningen University & Research
9-2015 - 10-2015
Teaching Assistant - Principles of Sensory Science
Wageningen UR (University & Research centre)
8-2010 - 7-2013
Teaching and Research Assistant
Universidad de Guadalajara
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Education
2016 - 2020
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Wageningen University & Research
2013 - 2015
Master's Degree
Wageningen University & Research
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