Dr. Rupali Shinde (Rokade)
Assistant Professor — Dept. of Nutrition & Dietetics | Food Science · Clinical Nutrition · Food Safety
Dr. Rupali Shinde (Rokade)(Ph.D., Foods & Nutrition) is an Assistant Professor in the School of Sciences at Pimpri Chinchwad University, Pune. Her research focuses on functional snack formulation and the nutritional impact on blood glucose and lipid profiles; she has extensive experience in clinical nutrition, food safety, and food processing. She has received JRF fellowships, qualified UGC-NET, and published multiple peer-reviewed papers in food science and nutrition.

About Me
I am Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at Pimpri Chinchwad University, with M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Foods & Nutrition. My academic journey has been driven by a passion for understanding nutrition science, clinical practice, and food safety.
My area of expertise includes Food Science and Nutrition, Nutrition and Dietetics, Clinical Nutrition, Food Processing, and Food Safety and Quality Control. I have conducted extensive research on functional food formulation and its effects on metabolic health, particularly in diabetes and dyslipidemia management.
I am committed to fostering a collaborative learning environment where students develop critical thinking skills and evidence-based nutrition practice. Beyond teaching, I actively engage in community health initiatives, industry collaborations, and interdisciplinary research.
Area of Expertise
- •Food Science and Nutrition
- •Nutrition and Dietetics
- •Clinical Nutritionist
- •Food Processing
- •Food Safety & Quality Control
Education
B.Sc.
Home Science
University
College of Home Science, MAU Parbhani
Year
2009
Division
I Distinction
CGPA
8.51 / 10
M.Sc.
Foods & Nutrition
University
G.B.P.U.A.&T. Pantnagar
Year
2011
Division
II Division
CGPA
7.07 / 10
Ph.D.
Foods & Nutrition
University
VNMKV, Parbhani
Year
2018
Division
I Division
CGPA
8.2 / 10
Research & Projects
M.Sc. Project
Formulation of cakes by incorporating amaranth flour in different levels
Research on value-added baked goods for nutritional enhancement
Ph.D. Project
Formulation of functional snacks and its effect on blood glucose and lipid profile
Development and evaluation of functional foods for metabolic health
Research Interests
Functional food formulation, nutritional impact assessment, blood glucose regulation, lipid profile management, clinical nutrition intervention, food safety standards, quality control in food processing, and dietary patterns in chronic disease prevention.
Publications
Topic: Standardization of cakes by using different levels of amaranth flour and its acceptability
Type:
Journal Article
Date:
2015
Journal ID:
IJSR Vol. 4:6
Authors:
Shinde R.S., Singh R.
International Journal of Science and Research. pp. 1859–1861.
Topic: Studies on standardization and Physicochemical Properties of Amaranth Flour Cakes
Type:
Journal Article
Date:
2015
Journal ID:
AJHS Vol. 10:2
Authors:
Shinde R.S., Singh R.
Asian Journal of Home Science. pp. 285–289.
Topic: Studies on Development of Nutri Bar Functional Snack
Type:
Journal Article
Date:
2017
Journal ID:
Green Farming
Authors:
Shinde R.S., Asha A.
Green Farming Vol. 8 (3), May–June, 2017.
Topic: Development of Value Added Fruit Jams
Type:
Journal Article
Date:
2017
Journal ID:
FSRJ Vol. 8:1
Authors:
Doke A., Arya A., et al.
Food Science Research Journal. Volume 8, Issue 1, April, 2017, 1–6.
Teaching & Academic Roles
Current Position
Assistant Professor, School of Sciences, Dept. of Nutrition and Dietetics, Pimpri Chinchwad University, Vadgaon Maval, Pune (since July 2023)
Teaching & Paper Setting Roles
- ✓ Paper setter and evaluator in different colleges.
- ✓ Course Teacher for 'Agrotourism' — Bharti Vidyapeeth (from 2020)
- ✓ Course Teacher for 'Supply Chain Management' — Bharti Vidyapeeth (from 2023)
Academic Counsellor Roles
- • Academic Counsellor for MSCDFSM in IGNOU, Pune (5 years)
- • Academic Counsellor for DNHE in IGNOU, Pune (3 years)
- • International level Academic Counsellor for DNHE in IGNOU, Pune (2023)
Board of Studies Member
- • B. Voc. Food Processing Technology, Modern College, Ganeshkhind, Pune-16
- • B. Voc. Food Processing Technology, Rajashri Shahu Mahavidyalaya, Latur
- • School of Sciences, Pimpri Chinchwad University, Pune
Work Experience
Assistant Professor
CurrentPimpri Chinchwad University, Pune
School of Sciences, Dept. of Nutrition and Dietetics
Since July 2023
Assistant Professor
Modern College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Ganeshkhind, Pune
September 2017 – July 2023 (approximately 6 years)
Teaching, research, paper-setting, and evaluation responsibilities
Industry & Clinical Experience
Clinical Nutritionist — GSK, HORLICKS
Project: Mothers Campaign in India (2 months)
Clinical Nutritionist — Britannia Industries Limited
Britannia Cheers to Health Plan (2500 young mothers, 2 months)
In-Plant Trainings & Industry Projects
Dr. Writers Food Products Pvt. Ltd., Satara
20 April 2008 to 28 May 2008 (1 month)
Quality Control Officer
Little Star Food Products Pvt. Ltd., Hyderabad
1 March 2009 to 30 May 2009 (2 months)
Quality Officer
Rural Agricultural Work Experience Programme
2 months
Village Kapasi, Dist. Parbhani
Diet Counselling — Civil Hospital Parbhani
4 months (in-plant training)
Clinical dietetics experience
Nutritional Practical Care
40 days
Bharti Vidyapeeth Hospital, Pune
Workshops, Trainings & Seminars
Workshops
| Workshop Title | Institute/Organization | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Impacting food value chain and leveraging innovation | National Institute of Food Technology and Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Haryana | 1 day |
| Food Labelling | National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad | 1 day |
| Intellectual Property and Innovation Management in Knowledge Era | G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Uttarakhand | 1 day |
| Ignite Young Mind | College of Agriculture, VNMKV, Parbhani | 2 days (8–9 March 2017) |
| New Education Policy: New Engagements | Modern College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Ganeshkhind, Pune | 6 days (4–9 July 2022) |
Trainings
| Training Title | Institute/Organization | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Food Safety Management System (HACCP & ISO 22000) | VNMKV, College of Food Technology, Parbhani | 3 days |
| TOT on Urban Food Pilot Project, Pune | MCDC, Pune | 1 day |
Awards & Fellowships
Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) — ICAR
Indian Council of Agriculture and Research (ICAR), New Delhi
Academic year: 2009–2011 (Post-Graduation)
UGC-NET Qualification
Qualified UGC-NET Exam in 2012 with fellowship award for Ph.D.
Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) — UGC
University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi
Academic year: 2012–2013 (Ph.D. Programme)
ICAR Senior Research Fellowship (PGS)
Qualified ICAR Senior Research Fellowship Exam (PGS) in 2013 for Ph.D. programme
Best Poster Award
Awarded best poster presentation at ICMR & DST sponsored '5th International Conference on Advances in Food Technology and Health Sciences' (ICFTHS-2014)
15–16 October 2014, JNU, New Delhi
Poster Title: Formulation of eggless cakes by incorporating different levels of amaranth flour and its acceptability
Full Publications List
Complete peer-reviewed publications and conference proceedings
Developer Note: All publications are listed in the Research section above. Additional publications may be pasted here following the same format.
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Awards, Events & Highlights

Participated in Conference 2025 at National Institute of Nutrition

Conducted Nutrition camp for school children

Award in healthcare and excellence and outstanding professor in Nutrition and Dietetics

Arrange educational trip to Air force School Pune at PCU

Practical incharge at School of Sciences Dept of Nutrition and Dietetics Pcu

Participated in IDEC 24

External examiner at BVDU for MSc. Dietetics students

Approved COUNSELOR IN IGNOU for MSCDFSM from 2017 till date

Board of studies members of school of science PCU
Memberships
Life Time Memberships
- ★ Association of Diabetes Educators
- ★ Nutrition Society India
Annual Memberships
- • Asian Journal of Home Science
- • Green Farming International Journal
- • Food Science Research Journal
Skills & Accomplishments
Computer Skills
- ✓ MS-CIT Certified
- ✓ Proficient in MS-Office
Certifications
- ✓ Post Graduate Diploma in Diabetes Educators (6 months) — International Diabetes Federation
- ✓ German Language Program (II Semester 2009–2010)
Online Learning & Training
- ✓ Food Composition and Data Base — FAO e-learning Website
- ✓ Food Safety — FAO e-learning Website
- ✓ NSS Volunteer — 240 hours NSS camp at Navagad Tal. Parbhani
Extracurricular Activities
Maharashtra State Inter-University Research Convention
Participated and presented poster in 9th Maharashtra State Inter-University Research Convention 'AVISHKAR-2014', 21–23 Jan 2015, Nagpur
National Nutrition Week
Participated in Exhibition on the occasion of National Nutrition Week (1–7 Sep 2015)
Community Outreach Demonstration
Demonstration on 'Eggless cakes' for rural women during NSS Camp, Lahagaon, Parbhani
International Day of Yoga
Participated in International Day of Yoga organized under NSS at VNMKV, Parbhani
Oral & Poster Presentations
- • ICMR & DST sponsored '5th International Conference on Advances in Food Technology and Health Sciences' (ICFTHS-2014), 15–16 Oct 2014, JNU, New Delhi
- • 3rd International Conference on Impacting Food Value Chain and Leveraging Innovation (IFVCLI), NIFTEM, Haryana — 26–28 Feb 2015
- • International Conference on Community Nutrition and Health: A Social Responsibility and Humanizing Work and Work Environment, Dec 7–9, 2015, VMCC–IIT Bombay
- • 47th ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF NSI — 9–10 Oct 2015
- • 48th ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF NSI — 4–5 Nov 2016
Contact Information
Get in Touch
Phone
+91 9579853587Mailing Address
Maharashtra Housing Board Colony,
Bld. No. M- 23, Room No. 2169,
Airport Road, Pune - 411006.
Dist. Pune, Maharashtra State, India
Location
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Office Information
Position
Assistant Professor
Department
School of Sciences
Dept. of Nutrition & Dietetics
Institution
Pimpri Chinchwad University
Vadgaon Maval, Pune, India
Since
July 2023