Faculty
July 21, 2017
Mauro Palmero
Educational background Ph.D. Higher Education-Sport Management, Ohio University, 2010 Courses taught HSP_MGMT 3100: Guest Service Management HSP_MGMT 3500: Sport Venue Operation Management HSP_MGMT 4180: Strategic Management in the Hospitality Industry HSP_MGMT 4500: Management and Promotion of Live Entertainment HSP_MGMT 4600: Hospitality Facilities Management HSP_MGMT 4993: Internship in Hospitality…
July 21, 2017
Pei Liu
Liu has extensive experience in applied research, ranging from consumer consumption behaviors to food handlers’ food safety practices, in various food system settings, such as restaurants, schools, faith-based organizations, and private homes. Her research has been funded by federal and state grant agencies, and she has led three USDA NIFA Grants with a total of over $1 million. Her research contributions are evidenced by over 20 publications in prestigious journals, and she has been an active presenter of her research findings at numerous national and international conferences. Educational background Ph.D., Kansas State University Courses taught Hsp_Mgmt 1000: Food Safety…
July 21, 2017
Dae-Young Kim
Dae-Young Kim is a professor of Hospitality Management (HM) at the University of Missouri. He joined the HM faculty at the University of Missouri in 2006 after completing his Ph.D. (2006) and M.S. degree (2002) in the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Purdue University. He is the recipient of the Fulbright U.S. Senior Scholarship (2024) and the Rotarian Ambassadorial Scholarship (2000). He serves as the membership secretary of the Asia Pacific Tourism Association (APTA) and as the review chair for the Thesis-in-Progress session at the APTA annual conference. His research specialties include tourist destination management, sustainable tourism, traveler…
July 21, 2017
Amanda Alexander
Volunteering Importance of this segment to the success of special events, festivals, and mega events Motivation Intention Generational differences Advertising and Consumer Behavior Effects of social media on service related “products” Evolution of channel choice preferences Generational differences Interactions between business and client Meetings and Conventions Marketing Influencing decision makers Effects of word of mouth Retention of annual events How services are marketed differently from products, how to overcome the idea of intangibility Educational background Ph.D., Hospitality Management, University of Missouri M.S., Hospitality Management, University of Missouri B.S., Hotel and Restaurant Management, University of Missouri Courses taught HSP_MGMT 1100, Introduction…
July 20, 2017
Bongkosh (Jeab) Vardhanabhuti
Food ingredient technology The research focuses on the application of colloid and material sciences in revolutionizing food ingredient development for enhanced food quality. This interdisciplinary approach aims to explore the intricate interactions between different materials at a molecular level, thereby enabling the creation of ingredients that contribute to improved taste, texture, stability, and health benefits in various food formulations. Sustainable processing of food ingredients The research focuses on advancing sustainable methods in the processing of food ingredients to address environmental concerns while maintaining their functionality and sensory quality. By prioritizing sustainability, the study aims to develop and optimize processing techniques…
July 20, 2017
Azlin Mustapha
Azlin Mustapha’s research focusses on development of molecular, biological and analytical methods for food pathogen detection, and studying novel materials as antimicrobial agents. Specific examples include rapid PCR-based detection methods, applications of nanomaterials as antimicrobial agents and detection tools, and green syntheses of nanoparticles. In addition, her research also investigates the toxicity of nanomaterials and their application in food packaging and food contact surfaces. Educational background Ph.D., Food Science and Technology, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Courses taught F_S 1020, World Food and You F_S 2172 Elements of Food Microbiology F_S 4370/7370, Food Microbiology F_S 4375/7375 Food Microbiology Laboratory F_S 8404/8405 Advanced…
July 20, 2017
Mengshi Lin
Research Interest: Develop applications of surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) for the detection and classification of chemical and biological contaminants in foods. Develop novel and rapid sensing and instrumentation systems for the detection and classification of foodborne pathogens by vibrational spectroscopy. Utilize nanomaterials (gold & silver nanoparticles, nanocellulose) for hybrid and composite food packaging materials. Explore additive manufacturing techniques for 3D and 4D food printing. Educational background Ph.D., Washington State University Courses taught FS 1020: World Food and You (coteach with Dr. Mustapha) FS 4980/7360: Food Quality Assurance FS 4311/7311: Investigation of Food Properties FS 8470: Advanced Food Technology…
July 20, 2017
Jianfeng Zhou
Zhou is an Associate Professor of Agricultural Systems Technology at the Division of Plant Science and Technology. He received PhD degree in Agricultural and Biological Engineering at Washington State University in 2014. He joined the University of Missouri in 2016 with a research and teaching appointment. Dr. Zhou teaches courses related to sensors, control and internet of things technology in agricultural systems. His research interests mainly focus on digital and precision agriculture, computer vision, high-throughput crop phenotyping, robotic harvesting technologies and precision livestock farming. Dr. Zhou authored more than 50 journal papers and six book chapters, edited two books. His…
July 19, 2017
Jinglu Tan
Educational background Ph.D. University of Minnesota…
July 7, 2017
Teng Teeh Lim
Teng Lim develops and assesses practical management and mitigations for agricultural waste management and environmental issues. Emphases include improvement of nutrient management and treatment; air quality including emission evaluation and modeling; and odor mitigation and odor setback distances. Collaborate to develop extension materials, interact with producers and agricultural businesses, and conduct internationally recognized research and extension programs. Educational background Ph.D., Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Purdue University…