Viral Shukla is an activist in the science of food. With a degree in Food Science and Technology and multiple years of experience in product development, research, and leadership; Viral strives to push the public’s perception about the science of food. Viral has served as a Director on the Board of Directors of the Institute of Food Technologists and President of its student association, Consultant on the American Association for Precision Medicine Coronavirus Taskforce, and Advisor on the College of Agriculture Dean’s Council at Cal Poly Pomona.