Nicolas Bordenave

Associate Professor Nicolas Bordenave is a cross-appointed member at the School of Nutrition Sciences, University of Ottawa, focusing on molecular interactions between macronutrients and phytonutrients in food systems. His research explores how these interactions affect glycemic response and phenolic bioavailability in cereal, fruit, and vegetable-based systems.

• Education: Ph.D. in Food Science (specific institution not mentioned in text)
• Prior Roles: Research positions at PepsiCo (Chicago, UK) and postdoctoral training at Purdue University's Whistler Center
• Professional Involvement: Board member of Feeding Tomorrow (IFT Foundation), contributor to Radio Canada's Moteur de recherche program

His research spans starch/phenolic interactions, nutritional functionality, and biodegradable packaging materials, with applications in metabolic health and food formulation. Recent publications highlight trends in beta-glucan viscosity, starch digestibility, and phytonutrient delivery. Scientific contributions include methodological advancements in glycemic response assessment and chitosan-based packaging.

Key collaborations include work with researchers at Purdue, PepsiCo, and industry partners. His lab investigates macronutrient-phytonutrient interactions, nutritional biochemistry, and functional food design. Current projects align with improving metabolic health through optimized food structures.