Mercy Karimi Ndwiga
I am Mercy Ndwiga, a Laboratory Technologist in the department of Food Science. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science and Nutrition at Meru University of Science and Technology.
Since joining the university in the year 2015, i have been responsible for managing laboratory equipment, assisting students during research and projects, preparing samples and conducting routine analyses. I am also currently involved in development of short courses the department wishes to roll out in the near future.
In addition to the technical skills, i am passionate about mentoring students, providing hands-on training, and fostering a collaborative research environment.
Food Microbiology, Value addition, Post-harvest Technology
1. Proceedings of the inaugural Meru University of Science and Technology International Conference (MUSTIC 2022) – Microbiological quality of Kachumbari, a raw vegetable salad popularly served alongside roast meat in Kenya.
2. Proceedings of the inaugural Meru University of Science and Technology International Conference (MUSTIC 2024) – Impact of storage conditions on the physico-chemical properties, acceptability and shelf-life of cactus pear fruit (Opuntia ficus-indica
Investigator in a collaboration between Meru University of Science and Technology and University of Reading (October 2022 to March 2023) funded by GCRF Agri-food Africa Innovation Awards Round Three
Research Title: peArL miLlet nUtRient Enhanced fermented porridge (ALLURE)
Food Microbiology, Food production