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Yi-Hsuan (Tiffany) Lin

Auckland,AUK

Summary

Sensory science researcher with a PhD in multisensory perception and over a decade of experience in food texture, oral processing, and emotional-sensory evaluation. Skilled in sensory profiling (QDA, olfactometry, temporal methods), and advanced data analysis. Proven track record in designing and executing complex sensory studies, managing lab operations, and collaborating across academic and industry settings. Adept at wet lab techniques, experimental design, and interpreting physiological and emotional responses to food stimuli. Recognized for precision, adaptability, and a methodical approach to research that supports innovation in health and wellness.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

AUT University, Science Dept.
01.2017 - 01.2025
  • Sensory Laboratory Preparation
  • Build-up, Run, & Data analysis FIZZ & XLStats
  • Experiment & Lab Manual Design
  • Teach Sensory laboratory class

Project Researcher

AUT University, Science Dept.
01.2013 - 01.2025
  • Making ice-cream for experiment
  • Product promotion, Project design
  • Sensory programs with FIZZ software
  • Nexus 10 Biotrace System physiology measurement
  • SynAmpsRT EEG Psychophysiology measurement
  • Sensory Panel Leader for descriptive sensory methods
  • Audio analyze with psychoacoustic parameters
  • Problem solving and report writing
  • Microsoft Office for analysis and report

Project Researcher

TLL Food Technology
01.2022 - 01.2022
  • Experimental Design / FIZZ making, data collecting, & data analysis w/ Microsoft office
  • Consumer Testing
  • Communication with people

Home Tutor
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Primary and secondary math teaching
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills in both Chinese and English
  • Ability to build warm relationships, initiates contact and build rapport easily

Project Researcher with KohuRoad Ltd.

AUT University, Science Dept.
01.2017 - 01.2017
  • Sensory experiment design
  • Build-up FIZZ
  • (liking test with different music & ice creams)

Research Assistant

AUT University, Science Dept.
01.2017 - 01.2017
  • Build-up FIZZ (Triangle Test & Projective Mapping)
  • Experiment Design & Transfer Codes

International Student Internship Primary Project Leader

AUT University, Science Dept.
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Project Topic: Effect of sounds to hedonic rating and temporal perception of chocolate gelati in a real eating environment

Experiment Development for Undergraduate Sensory Paper

Auckland University of Technology
01.2016 - 01.2016
  • Sensory Method Development
  • Develop Threshold Task methods (American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM E-679-79) procedure) using different sugars.

Translator & Sensory Assistance

Colmar Brunton, a Millward Brown Company
01.2016 - 01.2016
  • Translate (read, write, and oral) between Mandarin & English
  • Serving samples, Consumer testing
  • Instruction presentation

Project Researcher (Summer studentship)

AUT University, Science & Psychophysiology Dept.
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Project Topic: Individual differences in sensory perception of sugar in relation to personality, eating behavior using SynAmpsRT EEG Psychophysiology measurement
  • SIAM Threshold Task
  • Conducted experiments in cognitive neuroscience exploring sucrose’s effect on EEG alpha asymmetry
  • Operated 64-electrode EEG system (NeuroScan) to record resting brain activity
  • Programmed and administered participant surveys via Qualtrics; performed statistical analysis (ANOVA, wavelet transform)
  • Managed laboratory preparation for sensory threshold testing and brain signal acquisition

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Food Science

Auckland University of Technology
01.2025

Bachelor of Food Science(Honours) - Food Science

Auckland University of Technology
01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Food Science

Auckland University of Technology
01.2014

Skills

  • Research & lab skills: Experienced in food science and sensory evaluation, with strong wet lab skills (pipetting, weighing, pH measurement) and adherence to safety protocols Skilled in supporting instrumentation and lab operations
  • Sensory techniques: Proficient in QDA, TI, TDS, TCATA, TDE; discrimination tests (Triangle, Duo-Trio, Paired Comparison); consumer studies (Acceptance, Preference, Projective Mapping)
  • Analytical & statistical tools: Skilled in ANOVA, PCA, PLSR, MFA, CVA, PLS-PM, Bayesian networks Experienced with R, XLSTAT, FIZZ for sensory and multivariate data analysis
  • Problem-solving & adaptability: Quick learner with strong critical thinking Able to troubleshoot experimental challenges and adapt to new protocols efficiently
  • Time management & organization: Detail-oriented and highly organized Capable of managing multiple tasks independently and within teams
  • Technical & language skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Qualtrics, and online research tools Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese

Timeline

Project Researcher

TLL Food Technology
01.2022 - 01.2022

Home Tutor
01.2021 - 01.2022

Teaching Assistant

AUT University, Science Dept.
01.2017 - 01.2025

Project Researcher with KohuRoad Ltd.

AUT University, Science Dept.
01.2017 - 01.2017

Research Assistant

AUT University, Science Dept.
01.2017 - 01.2017

International Student Internship Primary Project Leader

AUT University, Science Dept.
01.2016 - 01.2017

Experiment Development for Undergraduate Sensory Paper

Auckland University of Technology
01.2016 - 01.2016

Translator & Sensory Assistance

Colmar Brunton, a Millward Brown Company
01.2016 - 01.2016

Project Researcher (Summer studentship)

AUT University, Science & Psychophysiology Dept.
01.2015 - 01.2016

Project Researcher

AUT University, Science Dept.
01.2013 - 01.2025

Doctor of Philosophy - Food Science

Auckland University of Technology

Bachelor of Food Science(Honours) - Food Science

Auckland University of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Food Science

Auckland University of Technology

Publications

  • Kantono, K., Hamid, N., Shepherd, D., Lin, Y. H. T., Yakuncheva, S., Yoo, M. J., . . . Carr, B. T. (2016). The influence of auditory and visual stimuli on the pleasantness of chocolate gelati. Food Quality and Preference, 53, 9-18.
  • Wang, G. Y., Lin, T., Hamid, N., & Sumich, A. (2016). A pilot study of sucrose-induced effect in resting alpha asymmetry. Neuroscience and Psychiatry: Open Access, 2(Suppl 1), A88. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40810-016-0021-4
  • Kantono, K., Hamid, N., Shepherd, D., Lin, Y. H. T., Brard, C., Grazioli, G., & Carr, B. T. (2018). The effect of music on gelato perception in different eating contexts. Food Research International, 113, 43-56.
  • Kantono, K., Hamid, N., Shepherd, D., Lin, Y. H. T., Skiredj, S., & Carr, B. T. (2019). Emotional and electrophysiological measures correlate to flavour perception in the presence of music. Physiology & behavior, 199, 154-164.
  • Lin, Y. H. T., Hamid, N., Shepherd, D., Kantono, K., & Spence, C. (2019). Environmental sounds influence the multisensory perception of chocolate gelati. Foods, 8(4), 124.
  • Lin, Y. H. T., Hamid, N., Shepherd, D., Kantono, K., & Spence, C. (2022). Sound pleasantness influences the perception of both emotional and non-emotional foods. Food Research International, 162, 111909.
  • Lin, Y. H. T., Hamid, N., Shepherd, D., Kantono, K., & Spence, C. (2022). Musical and Non-Musical Sounds Influence the Flavour Perception of Chocolate Ice Cream and Emotional Responses. Foods, 11(12), 1784.
  • Hamid, N., Lin, Y. H. T., Dai, Y., Shepherd, D., & Kantono, K. (2023). Flavourful Clips: The impact of auditory cues on flavour perception and emotions during food consumption. 7 Experiences Summit 2023, 1(1).
  • Lin, Y. H. T., Shepherd, D., Kantono, K., Spence, C., & Hamid, N. (2025). Harmonising flavours: How arousing music and sound influence food perception and emotional responses. International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science, 39, 101093.
  • Lin, Y. H. T., Shepherd, D., Kantono, K., Dai, Y., & Hamid, N. (2025). How Flavorsome Was That Movie? Using a Bayesian Network Approach to Understand How Audiovisual Stimuli Influence Emotions and Flavor Perception. Food Frontiers.
Yi-Hsuan (Tiffany) Lin