Faculty
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
Andrew Clarke
Educational background Ph.D., Colorado State University Courses taught FS 1030, Food Science and Nutrition FS 3190, Study Abroad FS 4344/7314, Processing Muscle Foods FS 4970, Food Product Development FS 8402, Research Methods FS 8424, Meat Investigations…
July 20, 2017
Joseph Zulovich
Educational background Ph.D., Engineering (Agricultural), University of Nebraska, 1989 M.S., Agricultural Engineering, Pennsylvania State University, 1984 B.S., Agricultural Engineering, Pennsylvania State University, 1982 Courses taught AST 2220, 4220 and 4320…
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…
July 3, 2017
Dan Downing
Educational background M.S. Extension and Adult Education, University of Missouri B.S. Agricultural Mechanization, University of Missouri Courses taught AST 2320: Internal Combustion Power…
July 3, 2017
David Brune
Educational background Ph.D. Agricultural Engineering, University of Missouri, 1978 M.S. Agricultural Engineering, University of Missouri, 1975 B.S. Sanitary Engineering, University of Missouri, 1974…
Jan. 11, 2017
Corinne Valdivia
Specialties Development Economics Sustainable Livelihoods Immigration, Integration and Rural Development Adaptation to Climate Change Translational Research Educational background B.S., Economics and Planning, Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina, Peru, 1978 M.S., Agricultural Economics, University of Missouri, 1983 Ph.D., Agricultural Economics, University of Missouri, 1990 Courses taught ABM 3271, International Agriculture Development AAE 8430, International Agriculture Development Policies…
Jan. 6, 2017
Bryan L. Garton
Bryan L. Garton is the senior associate dean and director of academic programs for the University of Missouri’s College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR). In this role, Garton provides leadership for the College’s teaching mission, including administration of degree programs, student success, international experiences, scholarships, along with career readiness and placement for over 3,000 students. Garton has served the College in a variety of roles since joining the faculty as an assistant professor of agricultural education in 1993. He served as assistant dean of academic programs and from 2002 to 2007 as chair of the agricultural education department.