Senior Flavorist, South Brunswick, NJ
Kathryn Murano, Ph.D., is a Senior Flavorist who specializes in sweet flavor modulation. With a doctorate in Food Science and deep expertise in organic chemistry, she has contributed to numerous patents and publications. Kathryn is a certified member of the Society of Flavor Chemists and has held leadership roles in the Women in Flavor and Fragrance Commerce.
Known for pairing her extensive scientific experience with sharp intuition, she brings an innovative approach to every project — driving new possibilities in flavor creation while maintaining exceptional precision and organizational skill.
Rapid Response Under Pressure When a beverage company faced a critical technical issue that threatened a major launch, Kathryn created and delivered fresh modulators within days. The swift turnaround not only resolved the challenge but reinforced IFF’s reputation as a responsive, committed partner.
Solving Stevia Challenges Kathryn helped a customer struggling with a stevia-sweetened beverage by redesigning the base and applying modulation tools to soften bitterness, improve mouthfeel and balance sweetness—transforming a difficult formula into a consumer-ready product.
Balancing Innovation with Cost Efficiency For a global juice brand navigating cost pressures, Kathryn provided both a premium, optimized solution and a cost-effective alternative. This dual approach allowed the customer to innovate while meeting budget needs, strengthening the long-term partnership.
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