Lubana Al-Sayed

Lubana Al-Sayed is a Doctoral Researcher at the University of Hohenheim's Institute of Social Sciences in Agriculture, Department of Societal Transition and Agriculture, where she has been conducting research since 2016 under the Exceed project (DAAD & BMZ).

Her academic background includes:

• B.Sc. in Food Technology Engineering from University of Aleppo, Syria (2004-2009)
• European Joint Master in Food Identity from institutions across France, Italy, Romania, and Spain (2013-2015), funded by Erasmus Mundus Scholarship

Her research focuses on critical intersections between food systems and migration, specifically examining:

• Food-related well-being of refugees in crisis situations
• Refugees' roles as knowledge brokers in food networks
• Food justice and sustainable food systems for displaced populations
• Integration of food technology with social adaptation strategies

Analysis of her publication record reveals a clear trajectory examining the psychological, social, and nutritional dimensions of food-related experiences among Syrian refugees in Germany. Her work bridges food science, migration studies, and social psychology to develop comprehensive frameworks for understanding refugee well-being through the lens of food practices and cultural identity.

Her scientific recognition includes:

• Food Security Center award for doctoral research
• Erasmus Mundus Scholarship for Master's studies

Lubana has actively contributed to the academic community through presentations at numerous international conferences on food history, migration studies, and sustainable food systems. Her professional network spans multiple European institutions, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of her work which combines technical food science expertise with social science methodologies to address complex humanitarian challenges.