Dr. T. Anukiruthika is an Assistant Professor in Food Technology and Management at the Indian Institute of Plantation Management – Bengaluru. She holds a Ph.D. in Biosystems Engineering from the University of Manitoba, Canada, and both M.Tech. and B.Tech. degrees in Food ProcessEngineering from NIFTEM–Thanjavur, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Her academic and research interests focus on sustainable food processing, grain storage management, food rheology, 3D/4D food printing, smart packaging, and plant-based innovations. She has international research experience in predictive modeling and spectral imaging for grain storage ecosystems and has also taught at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University and NIFTEM–Kundli, India. At IIPM–B, she contributes to teaching and mentoring postgraduate students, as well as supporting institutional capacity-building activities through training programs, workshops, and industry-focused initiatives.

Dr. Anukiruthika is an active peer reviewer for several reputed international journals and engages in scholarly service to the academic community. She is also a member of professional bodies including the Canadian Society for Bioengineering (CSBE), the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE), the Canadian Institute of Food Science and Technology (CIFST), the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), the Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE), and the Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (India) [AFSTI].

T. Anukiruthika – Google Scholar

• Food Process Engineering and Technology
• Grain Storage and Postharvest Management
• Food Rheology and Material Science
• Innovative and Sustainable Food Processing Technologies
• Smart and Active Food Packaging
• 3D/4D Food Printing and Food Product Design
• Plant-Based Foods and Functional/Nutraceutical Innovations
• Predictive Modeling and Spectral Imaging for Food Systems
• Biomass Valorization and Circular Food Systems
• Rural Development in the Food Sector
• Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods

• Doctor of Philosophy (Biosystems Engineering), University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada – January 2020 – March 2024
• Master of Technology (Food Process Engineering), National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management – Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India August 2017 – August 2019
• Bachelor of Technology (Food Process Engineering), National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management – Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India July 2013 – May 2017 Gold Medalist (Outstanding student)

 Teaching Experiences:

(i). Indian Institute of Plantation Management – Bengaluru, India – Assistant Professor, August 2025 – Present

• Teach and coordinate PGDM courses in Food and Agribusiness Management, integrating lectures, case studies, and experiential learning.
• Guide and mentor postgraduate students through assignments, projects, and career development activities.
• Contribute to institutional capacity-building initiatives, including curriculum strengthening, workshops, and MDPs.
• Organize and participate in seminars, training sessions, and industry outreach activities to bridge academia–industry linkages.
• Support institutional initiatives by contributing to academic reports, policy discussions, and student-centered activities

(ii). National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship & Management – Kundli, Haryana, India – Assistant Professor, January 2025 – August 2025

• Taught UG, PG, and Ph.D. courses in Food Engineering, integrating theory with practical applications.
• Supervised and guided M.Tech. students in Food Process Engineering and Management, mentoring their thesis work and research publications.
• Designed and delivered lectures, laboratory sessions, and assessments, ensuring effective learning outcomes.
• Encouraged interdisciplinary research by mentoring students on innovative projects linking food processing, storage, and sustainability.
• Contributed to curriculum development, departmental initiatives, and academic policy discussions to strengthen teaching and research impact.

(iii). Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India – Teaching Assistant, September 2024 – December 2024

• Assisted in teaching and coordinating UG and PG courses in Food Process Engineering, including lectures, labs, and student mentoring.
• Supported evaluation through assignments and exams, providing academic guidance and timely feedback.
• Contributed to departmental initiatives by assisting in drafting policy documents (e.g., TNAPEx, food processing policy drafts) and academic reports.
• Engaged in student-centered activities and supported curriculum-related tasks to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.

(i) Research Associate – Spark Career Services LLC, Atlanta, U.S. (Remote), August 2024 – January 2025

• Supported a book project on food industry careers in the USA and India, with emphasis on educational pathways, upskilling, and AI integration.
• Conducted literature reviews, interviews, and data analysis to identify trends and insights.
• Summarized research findings and collaborated with the author in drafting book sections.
• Managed research documentation and project coordination using MS Word and Excel.

(ii) Postdoctoral Fellow – University of Lethbridge and University of Manitoba, Canada, May 2024 – Sep 2024

International Awards

• Canadian Society for Bioengineering (CSBE/ SCGAB) Ph.D. Thesis Award 2024 2024
• Faculty of Graduate Studies Research Completion Scholarship 2023
• Postgraduate Research Assistantship 2023-2024
• Faculty of Graduate Studies Travel Award 2023
• University of Manitoba Graduate Student Association Conference Grant 2023
• FAA International Graduate Student Bursary 2022
• International Graduate Student Bursary 2022
• Price Graduate Scholarships for Women in Engineering 2022
• Faculty of Graduate Studies Travel Award 2022
• University of Manitoba Graduate Student Association Conference Grant 2022
• University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship 2021-2023
• Postgraduate Research Assistantship 2020-2021
• Postgraduate Research Assistantship 2020
• International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship 2020

National Awards

• Individual Awards (Appreciation) – Eat Healthy, Eat Right Research Awards and Grant, FSSAI, India 2022
• Innovative Student Project Award 2020 by Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE) 2020
• Institute Merit Scholarship NIFTEM – Thanjavur, India 2018-2019
• Gold Medallist (B.Tech. Food Process Engineering) 2013-2017
• Honored by the Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund 2017-2018
• Educational Scholarship by Shree Vijayalakshmi Charitable Trust, Coimbatore,India 2013