Distinguished Professor Harjinder Singh has been awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Institute of Food Technologists.
 Professor Singh has published more than 500 scientific papers over the years and his discoveries have led to 25 patents.
He also co-founded two start-ups, Miruku Ltd and AndFoods Limited, and currently serves the director of the Riddet Institute at Massey University on the Palmerston North campus.
Professor Singh speaks to Jesse.