Lavaraj Devkota

Lavaraj Devkota is a Research Fellow in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Monash University, Australia. His research focuses on sustainable food systems, particularly plant-based proteins and legume processing innovations. Current work emphasizes Australian sweet lupin and the structural-function-nutrition relationship in plant-based proteins. Previously, he contributed to industry-academia collaboration through Monash's GRIP program with Simplot Australia, addressing sustainability in bean processing.

Education background includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering, with multidisciplinary expertise spanning food safety, bio-processing, and material science. His research integrates engineering principles with nutritional science to address global food challenges, including the health-environment-nutrition trilemma.

Key research themes include legume hydration mechanisms, starch-protein interactions, and byproduct valorization. Publications emphasize novel techniques like ultrasound-assisted processing and thermal management strategies. His work bridges laboratory innovations with industrial applications, aiming to enhance food quality while reducing environmental impact.

Active in collaborative projects, Devkota's research has explored probiotic-based yoghurt formulations, encapsulation technologies for bioactives, and the role of storage conditions on legume quality. No specific awards are listed, though his contributions to sustainable food systems demonstrate impactful industry engagement.