Michelle Colgrave

Michelle Colgrave is Deputy Director (Impact) at CSIRO Agriculture and Food, based in Brisbane, Australia. Her expertise lies in proteomics and mass spectrometry applied to agriculture and food science, focusing on proteins related to food intolerance, allergy, and bioactive health benefits. She leads initiatives such as the Future Protein Mission and contributes to global research in peptide evolution and structure. A Chief Investigator in the ARC Centre of Excellence for Innovations in Peptide and Protein Science, her work bridges molecular biology with practical applications.

Education:

• PhD in Science (2002), University of Wollongong
• Bachelor of Advanced Science (Hons I) (1999), University of Wollongong

Research Interests: Proteomics in food systems, allergen detection, gluten-free cereal development, and bioactive peptide discovery. Her research emphasizes translational science, ensuring high-impact publications in journals like Nature and PNAS.

Publications: Over 100 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work addressing gluten quantification, insect protein safety, and crop improvement through omics approaches. Her methodologies, such as LC-MS/MS-based allergen tracking, set industry standards.

Awards & Recognition:

• 2022: Fellow of ATSE
• 2020: ICM Agrifood Award
• 2016: CSIRO Chairman's Medal
• 2012: John Philip Award

Leadership & Community: Serves on boards like the Asia Oceania Agricultural Proteomics Organization and organizes international mass spectrometry conferences. Editorial roles include Peptidomics and Journal of Integrated Omics.