Studying the application of gas nanobubbles in improving yogurt quality, and longevity of yogurt starter (Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus) and probiotic (Bifidobacterium lactis and Lactobacillus acidophilus) bacteria
Addressing late blowing defect in WSU Cougar Gold cheese
Studying the application of gas nanobubbles in improving the efficacy of antimicrobial solutions against biofilms of various pathogens
Developing rapid identification technique for Escherichia coli [Big Seven Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC)], Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus, and Listeria monocytogenes in milk and milk powders using hyperspectral imaging
Past Projects
Formulated wine sorbet recipes for a local Washington state ice cream company
Formulated ice cream recipes for a local Washington state farmer
Developed rapid identification technique for Escherichia coli and Listeria monocytogenes in milk and cheese using hyperspectral imaging
Developed an affordable, custom-designed hyperspectral imaging microscope system for rapid identification of bacterial cells
Studying the application of gas nanobubbles in improving the efficacy of antimicrobial solutions against Escherichia coli and Listeria monocytogenes on apple surfaces
Validated drying process of persimmon slices to control Salmonella
Determining survivability and thermal resistance of Listeria monocytogenes in dry and hydrated nonfat dry milk and whole milk powder during 180 days of storage
Determined survivability and thermal resistance of Salmonella in dry and hydrated nonfat dry milk and whole milk powder during 180 days of storage
Compared the decimal log reductions of Salmonella Senftenberg 775W with other Salmonella serovars in nonfat milk and powder
Studied the impact of gas nanobubbles on the efficacy of antimicrobial solutions against Escherichia coli and Listeria monocytogenes in growth media
Validated baking process of brownies to control Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella
Validated drying process of cranberry pomace to control Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella
Validated cooking process of hotcakes to control Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, and Staphylococcus aureus