Louise Bennett

Louise Bennett is a Professor in the School of Chemistry at Monash University, specializing in food chemistry and trans-disciplinary research. Her work focuses on biochemical and health-functional properties of food, process innovation, and clinical interventions. She leads projects like the development of bioactive supplements from bovine milk proteins (2022–2026) and plant extract combinations for human nutrition (2018). Her research bridges food science, microbiology, and neurology, addressing global food security and health challenges.

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Her research interests span food chemistry innovations, gut-brain axis interactions, and antioxidant properties of natural compounds. Key projects include studying the impact of diet on gut microbiota and brain activity using pig models, as well as evaluating antimicrobial peptides from milk proteins under infant digestion. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to food security, health, and sustainable systems.

Recent articles highlight advancements in protein formulation effects on animal growth, antioxidant properties of mustard seed proteins, and the role of tyrosine fermentation in brain metabolism. These studies underscore her focus on functional foods and their clinical applications.

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• Advising & Grants: Primary Investigator for major projects, including $1.2M (estimated) for bioactive supplement research. Collaborations span food chemistry, microbiology, and clinical teams.

Her lab explores food processing technologies, phytochemical absorption, and nutraceutical development, with implications for chronic disease prevention and food security.