Cover letter PhD Fellowship in Metabolomics of fermented plant-based food

Dear Associate Professor Bekzod Khakimov, I am writing to express my interest in the PhD Fellowship in Metabolomics of fermented plant-based foods in the Department of Food Science (Section of Food Analytics and Biotechnology), University of Copenhagen. I want to take part in the PROFERMENT research project, which is listed at https: //jobportal. ku. dk/phd/? show=157984, to find specific metabolites from the fermentation of oats and yellow peas with Bacillus and filamentous fungi by using my past, present, and future research. According to my earlier research, fermented foods can play a significant function as flavouring agents. This seemed intriguing at the time, so I searched for possibilities among Indonesia's traditional fermented dishes made of tofu pulp and peanut cakes, notably red and black oncom. The interactions between glutamate and phenylalanine, which are hypothesised to be responsible for the umami flavour, were also published. In addition, untargeted molecular testing with MALDI-TOF MS/MS conducted in Japan gives evidence that the umami flavour is predominantly obtained from the raw material and not the fungus used. Pursuing doctoral studies at the University of Copenhagen will allow me to deepen my knowledge of untargeted and targeted metabolomes that promote health by utilising various dietary components (oats and yellow peas) and advance my current study on solid-state fermentation. As part of PROFERMENT's research initiative, advanced research facilities would offer me the required technology and equipment to enhance my proficiency with sophisticated mass spectrometers and my understanding of Metabolomics. I believe that one day, under your guidance, my study will be of great significance and have a beneficial impact on the lives of many people. As a means of reducing carbon footprints by utilising local plants, I am convinced that this work will inspire numerous other studies. I appreciate you taking the time to read this. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you need more information from me or want to schedule an interview. I am eager to join the PhD Fellowship in Metabolomics of Fermented Plant-Based Foods at the University of Copenhagen.