Dr Malik Adil Nawaz

FaBA MakerSpace Senior Technical Officer

Driven by a passion for food innovation and sustainability, Dr Malik Adil Nawaz has built a diverse career spanning research, teaching and technical leadership in food science and technology.

Malik's expertise lies in plant-based food systems, sustainable processing and product formulation, where he integrates advanced analytical tools with pilot-scale production to develop next-generation food solutions.

Before joining UQ, Malik held academic and research roles at University of Melbourne, Qatar University and CSIRO, contributing to projects focused on food chemistry, plant proteins, and process optimisation.

Malik earned his PhD in Food Process Engineering from The University of Queensland and an MSc (Hons) in Food Technology from PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Pakistan. He continues to contribute to collaborative, industry-focused research while supporting an environment of learning, innovation and sustainability in food technology.

Key capabilities

Food Process Engineering & New Product Development

Process Design & Optimization

Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance

Lab Development Specialist