Maria is an accomplished Chemical Engineer with a specialization in Food-Biotechnology from the National Technical University of Athens and an Executive MBA from the Athens University of Economics and Business. With over 16 years of experience in R&D and product innovation, Maria is the R&D Sensory & Pilot Supervisor at E.J. Papadopoulos SA, where she oversees all sensory and pilot Lab operations. As an expert in sensory management, Maria specializes in leading sensory projects, managing and training sensory panels, and implementing advanced protocols for data collection and analysis. Her expertise includes translating consumer preferences into actionable insights, optimizing sensory methodologies, and integrating sensory evaluation into product development and quality assurance processes. With a strong focus on innovation, Maria collaborates across teams to drive product excellence and ensure alignment with market expectations.