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Laura Massini

Laura Massini

Science and Technology Attaché’s Assistant Trainee

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    QA Technician at Central Bank of Ireland

  • Education

    • Liceo Scientifico Paolo Giovio

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    • University of Milan, Department of Applied Physics

      2005 - 2005
      Postgraduate Diploma Science Communication

    • University of Milan

      1998 - 2004
      Master of Science (MSc) Food Science and Technology

    • Technological University Dublin

      2007 - 2012
      Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Food Chemistry

      PhD thesis: "Recovery of Natural Phenolic Compounds with Antioxidant and Preservative Capacity from Apple (Malus domestica Borkh. cv Bramley's Seedling) peels".Researched on the development of food-grade extraction techniques and further isolation of natural phenolic antioxidants from fruit by-products to be used as novel ingredients in the preservation of liquid matrices such as vegetable juices and beverages. Areas of expertise: extraction; fractionation; chemical identification… Show more PhD thesis: "Recovery of Natural Phenolic Compounds with Antioxidant and Preservative Capacity from Apple (Malus domestica Borkh. cv Bramley's Seedling) peels".Researched on the development of food-grade extraction techniques and further isolation of natural phenolic antioxidants from fruit by-products to be used as novel ingredients in the preservation of liquid matrices such as vegetable juices and beverages. Areas of expertise: extraction; fractionation; chemical identification of secondary plant metabolites through routine LC techniques (HPLC-RP-PDA); characterization of physical-chemical and biological properties of plant secondary metabolites using a range of in vitro assays; identification and evaluation of quality markers of novelty formulated liquid food matrices under accelerated shelf-life conditions. Show less

  • Experience

    • Italian Embassy in Budapest

      Sept 2005 - Dec 2005
      Science and Technology Attaché’s Assistant Trainee

      Prepared technical bulletins and statistics on key S&T topics for the bilateral agreements between Italy and Hungary. Supported the launch and running of scientific events.

    • ITER

      Jan 2006 - Sept 2006
      Marketing & Communication Assistant (Science and Technology)

      A communication agency promoting outreach events and B2B projects for public and private bodies in STEM; the company also publishes professional magazines and books and organizes specialized training courses.Assisted during the preparation and launch of communication and marketing strategies across a variety of science and technology accounts in: biotech; nanotech; digital learning.

    • Spumador Spa

      Nov 2006 - Feb 2007
      QC Analyst

      A beverage company bottling mineral waters and producing soft drinks which employs around 500 people and produces on behalf of third parties including Coca-Cola Europe. It is now part of the largest European bottler group Refresco-Gerber.Ensured hygiene and safety standards of facilities, equipment and operations in accordance withGMP. Inspection, verification of laboratory equipment and data record and management as per ISO 9001.

    • Technological University Dublin

      Jan 2007 - Jan 2012
      PhD student

    • University College Dublin

      Oct 2012 - Oct 2013
      Research Assistant - NPD Technologist

      Delivered a commercialization project funded by Enterprise Ireland for the development of a novel snack prototype using a new microwave cooking process.

    • Technological University Dublin

      Jan 2014 - May 2016
      Assistant Lecturer

    • The Juice Store

      Jun 2016 - Sept 2016
      Process and Quality Analyst

      • Implementation and verification of HACCP plan• Compliance of organic certification standard and management of suppliers• Food labelling as per EU Reg. 1169/2011: Compiling nutritional data for new food products and food labelling in compliance with existing EU law

    • Central Bank of Ireland

      Sept 2016 - now
      QA Technician

      • Managing QA laboratory activities:= Inspection, calibration and verification of test equipment (ISO 9001:2015).= Responsible for chemical reagents and their safety= Managing performance of Quality Control Tools. Analytical techniques include: Infra-red, Vis and Ultraviolet spectroscopy; Microscopy. • Performing physical-chemical tests on banknotes, inks and raw paper as per ECB procedures. • Statistical process control: capability study.• Adhering to ISO and European Central Bank guidelines; • Assisting with ISO and European Central Bank audits; • Supporting the QA Supervisor; • Providing support to the Mint department. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • FETAC 5 - HACCP Implementation and Verification

      QQI Ireland

    • Implementing Food Quality Management System QQI Level 5 - Food Hygiene and Training (Level 3)

      QQI
      Jul 2016
      View certificate certificate

    • ISO 9001:2015 - Quality Management Systems Auditor/Lead Auditor (IRCA Approved)

      SGS
      Dec 2016

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer - Food Rescue Project

      Issued by FoodCloud on Oct 2015
      FoodCloudAssociated with Laura Massini

    • Member at AEGEE-Milan (until 2005) and AEGEE-Dublin (until 2007)

      Issued by AEGEE-Europe on Sept 2004
      AEGEE-EuropeAssociated with Laura Massini