Leif Lundin

Dr. Leif Lundin is a Chief Research Scientist and Research Director of the Food Program at CSIRO Agriculture and Food Business Unit in Australia. With over 26 years of experience in food, nutrition, and life science R&D, he has held leadership roles at CSIRO, RISE (Research Institutes of Sweden), and Unilever. His expertise spans strategic research management, technology transfer, and fostering international collaborations. Key responsibilities include directing food innovation ecosystems, securing funding for R&D infrastructure, and leading national food strategies.

• Education: No explicit academic degree details provided.

Research interests focus on food structure design for health and wellbeing, sustainable food systems, and translating science into commercial and public health outcomes. He has led initiatives such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s Food Product Development Centre and the Nordic Food Partnership. Achievements include establishing a National R&D manufacturing facility and advancing multidisciplinary research portfolios in agrifood.

Holding over 55 peer-reviewed publications and patents, Lundin actively engages in workplace safety and wellbeing programs. His career highlights strategic leadership in public-private partnerships and national innovation frameworks.