Anupreet Kaur Sobti’s academic and professional trajectory in Foods and Nutrition exemplifies a comprehensive blend of academic excellence, research innovation, teaching, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Panjab University as a UGC NET SRF scholar, her research centers on food product development with an interdisciplinary orientation toward functional foods, bioactive compound analysis, computational modeling, and digital health systems .
She has consistently demonstrated outstanding academic performance, securing Gold Medals in both B.Sc. (Hons.) and M.Sc. Home Science, along with multiple academic distinctions and scholarships. Her strong academic grounding is complemented by an extensive and evolving research portfolio, including numerous peer-reviewed publications in national and international journals, several book chapters, and multiple manuscripts under review in reputed journals such as Taylor & Francis and World Nutrition. Her research contributions span diverse areas including functional and therapeutic foods, micronutrient deficiencies, gut microbiota, sustainable nutrition practices, dietary assessment, and public health nutrition. These works reflect a clear emphasis on evidence-based nutrition and translational research.
She has actively disseminated her research through oral and poster presentations at prestigious national and international conferences, addressing themes such as nutrition care models, digital health innovations, sustainable development, and metabolic health. Her participation in multidisciplinary conferences highlights her ability to integrate nutrition science with emerging domains such as artificial intelligence, data science, and public health policy.
Professionally, she has held the roles of Junior Research Fellow (2023–2025) and currently Senior Research Fellow (2025–present) at Government Home Science College, Chandigarh. In these roles, she contributes not only to Ph.D. research but also to teaching and departmental academic responsibilities. Her commitment to education is further reflected in her involvement in UGC NET JRF mentoring and peer coaching programs, aimed at supporting aspiring scholars.
Her practical exposure spans clinical and public health nutrition, with internships at premier institutions such as PGIMER, Chandigarh, and Government Medical College & Hospital (GMCH-32), where she gained experience in diet planning, patient counselling, clinical case management, and hospital food services. Additionally, her role as a vocational teacher provided experience in structured teaching methodologies and skill-based education.
Anupreet’s entrepreneurial initiative, Dietaura, reflects her ability to translate academic knowledge into real-world application. Through this platform, she offers diet counselling, personalized nutrition planning, and community-based nutrition education, emphasizing preventive healthcare and lifestyle management.
Her contributions have been recognized through numerous prestigious awards and honors. Notably, she received the Shepreneurs Award by Times of India for her entrepreneurial excellence, the Young Researcher Award, and multiple accolades for scientific poster and oral presentations, including 1st position at WE CARE 2026 (Endocrine Society of India) and 3rd position at CHASCON 2025 . She has also been awarded the Certificate of Merit by Panjab University Alumni Association for academic excellence.
Her leadership and outreach capabilities are further evident in her appointment as an I-STEM Ambassador, where she actively promotes the I-STEM National Research Infrastructure platform, encouraging collaboration, accessibility, and utilization of scientific resources across institutions.
Beyond academia and research, she has made significant contributions to science communication and public engagement, authoring over 50 newspaper articles on health and lifestyle, creating educational content, and delivering guest lectures, webinars, and panel discussions on topics such as nutrition myths, adolescent health, workplace wellness, and holistic health approaches. She has also organized and facilitated workshops on nutrition education, dietary assessment, and skill development, reflecting her commitment to community outreach and knowledge dissemination.
Her continuous professional development is evident through participation in advanced training programs and workshops in data analytics, predictive modeling, artificial intelligence in health sciences, research methodology, and advanced analytical instrumentation. These competencies position her at the intersection of nutrition science and emerging technological advancements.
She holds memberships in several esteemed professional organizations, including the Indian Dietetic Association (IDA), Indian Association for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (IAPEN), Nutrition Society of India (NSI), International Epidemiological Association (IEA), and others, reflecting her active engagement with the professional community.
Anupreet Kaur Sobti’s journey is characterized by a holistic integration of research, education, leadership, and entrepreneurship, with a strong commitment to advancing evidence-based nutrition, public health, and sustainable food systems. Her work demonstrates a clear vision of leveraging scientific knowledge, innovation, and community engagement to contribute meaningfully to health and nutrition at both individual and societal levels.
