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\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRachel Potter \u2014 PhD Candidate\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\r\n\t\t\tRachel is exploring food texture perception in children with intellectual and developmental delays.\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/article>\n\n
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\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tErin Macedo- MS Student\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\r\n\t\t\tErin is exploring how packaging properties affect the properties of milk.\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/article>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOsasere Igbinoba- PhD Student\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\r\n\t\t\tOsa is seeking to better understand the older adult palate.\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/article>\n\n
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Past Group Members<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
  • Rehberger, K. <\/strong>(M.S. in Food Science). Thesis title: Sensory, physical and functional properties of part skim, pasta filata mozarella made with or without Lacticaseibacillus casei<\/em> adjunct culture. Completed 2025. <\/li>
  • Pepito, Bryan Michael.<\/strong> (M.S. in Food Science). Thesis title: Older adults and prepared meals: Influences on acceptability and dietary quality. Completed 2024. <\/li>
  • Tir, Annie.<\/strong> (M.S. in Food Science).  Thesis title: Development of GC-MS-O methodology for detecting off-odors in commercially processed frozen french fries. Completed 2023.<\/li>
  • Chaffee, Olivia.<\/strong> (Ph.D. in Food Science). Dissertation title: Young at Heart: Evaluation of food choice and sensory perception in older adults. Completed 2023. <\/li>
  • Potter, Rachel.<\/strong> (M.S. in Food Science). Thesis title: The application of the electronic tongue for the assessment of white wine quality. Completed 2023.<\/li>
  • Kloepfer, Ivy.<\/strong> (M.S. in Food Science).  Thesis title: Sensory characterization and consumer acceptance of corn-based extruded puffed snacks with apple or cranberry pomace.  Completed 2022.<\/li>
  • Surette, Victoria Ashley.<\/strong> (Ph.D. in Food Science). Dissertation title: The influence of food texture on feeding in children. Completed 2022.<\/li>
  • Montero Diaz, Maria Laura.<\/strong> (Ph.D. in Food Science). Dissertation Title: Application of emerging sensory methodology to characterize ready-to-eat meals. Completed 2021.<\/li>
  • Paup, Victoria Dawn.<\/strong> (Ph.D. in Food Science). Dissertation title: The sensory and chemical properties of wines as influenced by the presence of different wine bacteria and yeasts.  Completed 2021.<\/li>
  • Ricke, Jasmine.<\/strong> (M.S. in Food Science).  Thesis title: Determination of the rheological properties, sensory profiles and consumer preference for commercially available solid shelf-stable snacking cheeses.  Completed 2021.<\/li>
  • Schlossareck, Courtney. <\/strong> (M.S. in Food Science).  Thesis title: Sensory evaluation of spicy paneer cheese.  Completed 2019.<\/li>
  • Barnett, Sasha. <\/strong> (Ph.D. in Food Science).  Dissertation title: Sensory properties, consumer perception, and analytical assessment of reformulated reduced sodium ready to eat products.  Completed 2019.<\/li>
  • Bernhard, Charles Benjamin.<\/strong>  (M.S. in Food Science).  Thesis title: Texture Related Feeding Difficulties in Children with Down Syndrome.  Completed 2018.<\/li>
  • Walsh, Emily.<\/strong>  (M.S. in Food Science).  Thesis title: The influence of elevated temperature on the chemical and sensory properties of white Cheddar cheese.  Completed 2017.<\/li>
  • Schumaker, Megan.<\/strong>  (M.S. in Food Science).  Thesis title: Influence of Brettanomyces volatile compounds on the sensory properties of red wine.  Completed 2017.<\/li>
  • McMahon, Kenny. <\/strong> (Ph.D.in Food Science).  Dissertation title: Sensory and analytical assessment of sparkling wines.  Completed 2016.<\/li>
  • Dycus, Daniel.<\/strong>  (M.S. in Food Science).  Thesis title: Predicting sensory attributes found in a model wine using singular value decomposition and support vector machines.  Completed 2016.<\/li>
  • Diako, Charles.<\/strong>  (Ph.D. in Food Science, Minor in Statistics).  Dissertation title: Influence of wine components on the chemical and sensory quality of wines.  Completed 2016.<\/li>
  • Wu, G.<\/strong>  (Ph.D. in Food Science). Dissertation title: Seed quality and sensory evaluation of quinoa.  Completed 2016.<\/li>
  • Fleischman, Emily.<\/strong>  (M.S. in Food Science).  Thesis title: Sensory, antioxidant and textural properties of extruded puffed snack products with added wheat bran.  Completed 2015.<\/li>
  • Baker, Allison.<\/strong>  (Ph.D. in Food Science).  Dissertation title: Sensory evaluation of the impact of wine matrix on red wine finish.  Completed 2015.<\/li>
  • Castro, Luis.<\/strong>  (Ph.D. in Food Science). Dissertation title: The impact of flavor components and their interactions on the sensory perception of beer.  Completed 2013.  <\/li>
  • Waldrop, Megan.<\/strong>  (M.S. in Food Science).  Thesis title: Sweetener blend optimization by using mixture design methodology and the electronic tongue.  Completed 2013.<\/li>
  • Villamor, Remedios.<\/strong>  (Ph.D. in Food Science). Dissertation title: The impact of wine components on the chemical and sensory properties of wine.  Completed 2012.<\/li>
  • Secor, Anne.<\/strong>  (M.S. in Food Science).  Thesis title: Effects of ethanol, tannin and fructose on the sensory and chemical properties of Washington State Merlot.  Completed 2012.<\/li>
  • Moldestad, Nissa.<\/strong>  (M.S. in Food Science).  Thesis title: The influence of sugars on apple flavor and aroma in a model apple juice system.  Completed 2012.<\/li>
  • Michaux, Sarah.<\/strong> (M.S. in Food Science). Thesis title: Effects of 4-ethylphenol and 4-ethylguaiacol on the sensory properties of Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Completed 2011.<\/li>
  • Goodstein, Emily.<\/strong> (M.S. in Food Science). Thesis title: Perception of finish in white wine. Completed 2011.<\/li>
  • Beall, Allison.<\/strong> (M.S. in Food Science). Thesis title: The influence of alcohol content on the consumer acceptance of red wine and threshold values of selected wine odorants. Completed 2010.<\/li>
  • Ladd, Ozlem.<\/strong>  (MS. in Food Science). Thesis title: The effect of high hydrostatic pressure on flavor binding properties of whey protein concentrate. Completed 2010.<\/li>
  • Hoye, C.J. <\/strong> (MS in Food Science). Thesis title: Value-added product development utilizing Washington State grape seed flour. Completed 2009.<\/li>
  • Hill, Laura.<\/strong>  (MS in Food Science). Thesis title: The chemical and sensorial effects of plant-based fining agents on Washington State Riesling and Gewurztraminer wines. Completed 2009.<\/li>
  • Weekes, Luan.<\/strong>  (MS. in Food Science). Thesis title: Influence of Multicoloured Asian Ladybeetle on the sensory quality of Concord and Niagara grape juice. Completed 2008.<\/li>
  • Sanborn, Melissa.<\/strong>  (MS. in Food Science). Thesis title: Effect of fining on the sensory quality of Washington State Chardonnay and Gewurtztraminer. Completed 2008.<\/li>
  • Chauvin, Andrea.<\/strong>  Ph.D. in Food Science. Co-Advisor: Barry Swanson. Dissertation title: Food Texture and Perception. Completed 2007.<\/li>
  • Landon, Josie. <\/strong> (MS. in Food Science). Thesis title: Assessment of astringency in Washington State wines using sensory and chemical methods. Completed 2007<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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