Dr. Widiastuti Setyaningsih is a distinguished lecturer at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), Indonesia, and an internationally recognized researcher whose work in food analytical chemistry, chemometrics, and functional foods has redefined the field. With over 100 publications in high-impact journals and an h-index of 20 (Google Scholar) and 16 (Scopus), she has established herself as a leader in food science research and innovation.
As an alumna of Universitas Gadjah Mada (Bachelor’s Degree, Cum Laude) and the University of Cadiz, Spain (PhD, Cum Laude), Dr. Setyaningsih combines academic rigor with a passion for transformative research. Her pioneering work has developed advanced methods, such as ultrasound-assisted extractions and FTIR-chemometric approaches, to improve food quality analysis and identify bioactive compounds in functional ingredients.
Among her numerous accolades, Dr. Widiastuti Setyaningsih has received the National L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Award (2023), which celebrates her contributions to science and her advocacy for gender equality. She was also honored with the Young Scientist Award (2021) from the Indonesian Society for Functional Food and Nutraceuticals, and the Extraordinary Doctorate Prize (2019) from the University of Cadiz for her exceptional doctoral achievements.
Dr. Setyaningsih leads impactful research projects funded by prestigious grants from institutions such as the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture and international organizations. Her recent work includes developing functional food ingredients from banana flowers to support mental health improvement in the post-pandemic era, microencapsulation of natural food pigments from dragon fruit peel for sustainable food applications, and advancing chemometric methods for analyzing complex food matrices with precision and efficiency.
Beyond her research, Dr. Setyaningsih is committed to community service and capacity-building initiatives. She has actively collaborated with small enterprises, guiding them in adopting innovative food processing technologies to enhance their competitiveness. As an invited speaker at numerous international conferences and workshops, she has shared her expertise on cutting-edge analytical methods, inspiring future generations of scientists and food technologists.
Her dedication to advancing food science is matched by her passion for fostering global collaborations and empowering communities through innovative research and education. With a career marked by excellence, innovation, and impact, Dr. Widiastuti Setyaningsih continues to bridge the gap between academia and society, contributing to the betterment of food science and technology on a global scale.