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Joined August 2011
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Congratulations to @OSUFoodScience alum Paige Consolo, who recently began Nestlé's Manufacturing Leadership Development Program in Wisconsin! We're proud to see our graduates applying their Buckeye education to leadership roles across the food industry. bit.ly/46EKBNq

For Paige Consolo, Graduation Opened the Next Door

From Ohio State to Nestlé, Paige Consolo is embracing new challenges, building connections and growing through opportunity.

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Ohio State Food Science Professor Dr. Ahmed Yousef shares expert insight with @TODAYshow on the ongoing salmonella outbreak linked to recalled jalapeño peppers, including how produce can become contaminated and what consumers should know. on.today.com/4fSNzDr

Recalls Due to Salmonella-Tainted Jalapeños Expand as Taylor Farms, Whole Foods Pull Products: Full...

Several national grocery chains have recalled products containing jalapeños that may be contaminated with salmonella.

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Dr. Yael Vodovotz led and co-chaired the @ERVAcommunity Thematic Task Force behind a new report on engineering's role in precision nutrition. Funded by @NSF, the report explores how innovation can transform food systems and improve public health through personalized nutrition.
This is an image of a report cover titled "Engineering Food Systems to Enable Precision Nutrition: Visioning Event Report" by NSF Engineering Research Visioning Alliance. The design includes images of seeds, plants, and close-up plant textures on the left side, with the erva logo at the top.

ALT This is an image of a report cover titled "Engineering Food Systems to Enable Precision Nutrition: Visioning Event Report" by NSF Engineering Research Visioning Alliance. The design includes images of seeds, plants, and close-up plant textures on the left side, with the erva logo at the top.

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This past Friday, we celebrated an outstanding group of Food Science and Technology graduates. Congratulations on this exciting milestone, and thank you for letting us be part of your #foodscience journey. We can't wait to see what's next for you! #buckeyeforlife
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The Department of Food Science and Technology was proud to be represented at @IAFPFood, the world's premier food safety conference. Congratulations to Dr. Ahmed Yousef and lab members for presenting their research and contributing to the future of food safety.
A group of seven people stands in front of a colorful backdrop that reads "IAFP 2026, New Orleans, Louisiana, July 31-Aug 3." They are posing for a photo on a patterned carpet in a conference setting. Each person is wearing a conference badge.

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Food safety expert Ahmed Yousef of @CFAES_OSU shares insight on the cyclospora outbreak affecting Ohio and why tracking this parasite remains a challenge for researchers and public health officials.
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Now weeks into the cyclospora outbreak, cases have topped 2,500 in Ohio, and health officials still haven’t identified all the sources causing the illness. nbc4i.co/4yR9a6D?utm_medium=…
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As health officials investigate a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak in Ohio, Dr. Ahmed Yousef shares insight on why identifying the source of contamination can be so difficult. His expertise helps Ohioans better understand this important food safety issue. bit.ly/44VNtVg

CDC disease detectives coming to Ohio to investigate cyclosporiasis outbreak

The CDC is sending additional investigators to Ohio as experts explain why Cyclospora can be especially difficult to detect and trace.

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Congratulations to Dr. Manpreet Kaur on her successful dissertation defense. Manpreet was advised by Dr. Sheryl Barringer.
The image shows two individuals standing and smiling in front of a university sign, surrounded by greenery. The red and white text congratulates Dr. Manpreet Kaur on the successful defense of a dissertation titled "Improving Flavor and Reducing Off-Odors in Foods," with Dr. Sheryl Barringer as the advisor.

ALT The image shows two individuals standing and smiling in front of a university sign, surrounded by greenery. The red and white text congratulates Dr. Manpreet Kaur on the successful defense of a dissertation titled "Improving Flavor and Reducing Off-Odors in Foods," with Dr. Sheryl Barringer as the advisor.

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Congratulations to Dr. Daniel Do on his successful dissertation defense. Daniel was advised by Dr. Jessica Cooperstone.
Congratulations message for a successful dissertation defense featuring two individuals smiling in front of a presentation screen displaying Ohio State University's logo and text about tomato steroidal alkaloids. The screen highlights advisor Dr. Jessica Cooperstone and Dr. Daniel Do.

ALT Congratulations message for a successful dissertation defense featuring two individuals smiling in front of a presentation screen displaying Ohio State University's logo and text about tomato steroidal alkaloids. The screen highlights advisor Dr. Jessica Cooperstone and Dr. Daniel Do.

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Congratulations to Isha Patil on her successful master’s defense. Isha was advised by Dr. Rafael Jimenez-Flores
The image shows two people standing in front of a building labeled "Parker Food Science and Technology" at The Ohio State University. They are smiling at the camera. Text above them says, "CONGRATULATIONS on your successful Master's Defense." Below, it states the name "Isha Patil," mentioning they were advised by Dr. Rafael Jimenez-Flores. The research topic is about the development of a process for fractionation of buttermilk and recovery of MFGM material.

ALT The image shows two people standing in front of a building labeled "Parker Food Science and Technology" at The Ohio State University. They are smiling at the camera. Text above them says, "CONGRATULATIONS on your successful Master's Defense." Below, it states the name "Isha Patil," mentioning they were advised by Dr. Rafael Jimenez-Flores. The research topic is about the development of a process for fractionation of buttermilk and recovery of MFGM material.

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Congratulations to Dr. Gabriella Gephart on her successful dissertation defense. Gabriella was advised by Dr. Ahmed Yousef.
The image is a congratulatory message for a successful dissertation defense. It features two individuals standing in front of a sign for Parker Food Science and Technology at The Ohio State University. The text includes: "CONGRATULATIONS on your successful Dissertation Defense" and "Dr. Gabriella Gephart, Advised by Dr. Ahmed Yousef," with a thesis topic on fermented dairy products.

ALT The image is a congratulatory message for a successful dissertation defense. It features two individuals standing in front of a sign for Parker Food Science and Technology at The Ohio State University. The text includes: "CONGRATULATIONS on your successful Dissertation Defense" and "Dr. Gabriella Gephart, Advised by Dr. Ahmed Yousef," with a thesis topic on fermented dairy products.

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Congratulations to Dr. Liz Astorga Oquendo, pictured with Dr. Ahmed Yousef, on her successful dissertation defense. Liz was co-advised by Dr. Yousef and Dr. VM ‘Bala’ Balasubramaniam.
Image of two individuals standing outside Parker Food Science and Technology at Ohio State University. A congratulatory message highlights a successful dissertation defense for Dr. Liz Astorga Oquendo. The advisors listed are Dr. Ahmed Yousef and Dr. Bala Balasubramaniam. The dissertation focuses on various strategies related to bacterial spores in foods.

ALT Image of two individuals standing outside Parker Food Science and Technology at Ohio State University. A congratulatory message highlights a successful dissertation defense for Dr. Liz Astorga Oquendo. The advisors listed are Dr. Ahmed Yousef and Dr. Bala Balasubramaniam. The dissertation focuses on various strategies related to bacterial spores in foods.

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Congratulations to Alberto Tuy on his successful master’s defense. Alberto was advised by Dr. Valente B. Alvarez.
Two individuals stand outdoors near The Ohio State University sign for Parker Food Science and Technology. The image congratulates Alberto Tuy on a successful master's defense, advised by Dr. Valente B. Alvarez. The work involves lactic acid bacteria and yeast co-culture.

ALT Two individuals stand outdoors near The Ohio State University sign for Parker Food Science and Technology. The image congratulates Alberto Tuy on a successful master's defense, advised by Dr. Valente B. Alvarez. The work involves lactic acid bacteria and yeast co-culture.

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We are pleased to share that Ahmed Yousef has been reappointed as the Virginia Hutchinson Bazler & Frank E. Bazler Chair in Food Science for a new five-year term, effective July 1. His leadership and impact in food safety continue to set a high standard and advance our field.
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Congratulations to Veeramani Karuppuchamy as the 2025-26 recipient of the Pamela Parker Gartin and Tom Parker Graduate Scholarship. Each year, the award is given to a student with a high caliber of leadership experience in addition to significant research experience and activity.
A person with curly hair and a person holding a plaque stand together, smiling, in an indoor setting. Text below reads: "Pamela Parker Gartin and Tom Parker Graduate Scholarship Veeramani Karuppuchamy.

ALT A person with curly hair and a person holding a plaque stand together, smiling, in an indoor setting. Text below reads: "Pamela Parker Gartin and Tom Parker Graduate Scholarship Veeramani Karuppuchamy.

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Congratulations to Eric Armstrong on his successful master’s defense. Eric was advised by Dr. Luis Rodriguez-Saona.
Congratulations message for a successful Master's defense featuring two individuals standing in front of the Parker Food Science and Technology building at The Ohio State University. The text mentions Eric Armstrong, advised by Dr. Luis Rodriguez‑Saona, with research on infrared spectroscopy for Brassica oleracea leaves.

ALT Congratulations message for a successful Master's defense featuring two individuals standing in front of the Parker Food Science and Technology building at The Ohio State University. The text mentions Eric Armstrong, advised by Dr. Luis Rodriguez‑Saona, with research on infrared spectroscopy for Brassica oleracea leaves.

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Congratulations to Berenice Montano on her successful master’s defense. Berenice was advised by Dr. Christopher Simons.
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Yesterday marked the 6th year of the Phi Tau Sigma Buckeye Chapter’s annual “Phive”-K fun run/walk. Faculty, staff, and students came together to participate in the event, which wound through many beautiful outdoor spaces across campus.
Two group photos of smiling participants at a 5K Fun Run event. The first image shows the group standing behind a table with cans of soda and small trophies. The second image displays the group posing on steps.

ALT Two group photos of smiling participants at a 5K Fun Run event. The first image shows the group standing behind a table with cans of soda and small trophies. The second image displays the group posing on steps.

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We loved celebrating our graduates at our Spring Semester Graduation Party earlier this month! From honoring their hard work to reflecting on all we accomplished together this semester - it was a fantastic way to close out the year.
Congratulations message for 2026 Food Science and Technology graduates is displayed with a list of undergraduate, master's, and PhD degree recipients. A celebratory cake with the text "Congratulations F.S.T. Graduates!" is shown below.

ALT Congratulations message for 2026 Food Science and Technology graduates is displayed with a list of undergraduate, master's, and PhD degree recipients. A celebratory cake with the text "Congratulations F.S.T. Graduates!" is shown below.

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Congratulations to the Department of Food Science and Technology students who were named to the 2026 Spring Semester Dean’s List. To qualify for this recognition, these students completed a minimum of 12 graded credit hours with a GPA of 3.5 or higher for the semester.
The image is a poster for the Department of Food Science and Technology's 2026 Spring Semester Dean's List. It lists student names under the categories: Food Business Management, Food Science and Technology, and Culinary Science. The background is maroon with a pattern of light star-like designs.

ALT The image is a poster for the Department of Food Science and Technology's 2026 Spring Semester Dean's List. It lists student names under the categories: Food Business Management, Food Science and Technology, and Culinary Science. The background is maroon with a pattern of light star-like designs.

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