Charlotte Cervantes

Charlotte Cervantes, Ph.D., CFS, RD, is an Associate Professor and Program Director in Nutrition at Southeast Missouri State University's College of Allied Health, Kinesiology, & Sport Sciences. As a Registered Dietitian and Certified Food Scientist, she teaches food science, nutrition, and research methods, leveraging her prior industry experience in regulatory processes for product development and food labeling.

• Registered Dietitian (RD)
• Certified Food Scientist (CFS)
• Ph.D. holder (specific field not stated)

Her research interests bridge food science and nutritional innovation, with a focus on regulatory compliance in product development and functional ingredients. She actively engages students in research through collaborations on original work, including presentations and publications.

Professional affiliations include:

• Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)
• Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics (AND)
• Missouri Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics (MOAND)
• Brewers Association (BA)
• International Food Information Council (IFIC)

She received the IFT 2021 Emerging Leader award, recognizing her contributions to food science education and student mentorship.