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Chang Chen is an Assistant Professor of Food Science at Cornell AgriTech, part of Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS). His research focuses on postharvest technologies to enhance food quality, safety, and sustainability, with an emphasis on specialty crops and industrial hemp. He also develops non-destructive sensing techniques using optical methods. Chen holds a BSc from Beihang University (2014), MSc and PhD from UC Davis (2016, 2021), and a postdoc at the University of Guelph (2023). His extension programs support New York's specialty crop industry through applied research and technology transfer.
Education:
- Bachelor of Science, Beihang University (2014)
- Master of Science, University of California, Davis (2016)
- Doctorate, University of California, Davis (2021)
- Postdoc, University of Guelph (2023)
Research Interests: Chen’s work spans postharvest processing (e.g., drying, blanching), food quality preservation, and emerging technologies like hyperspectral imaging and digital twins. His lab integrates fundamental science with applied solutions, such as optimizing industrial hemp processing and enhancing tree nut production in New York. Recent innovations include pulsed vacuum drying and high-humidity impingement blanching techniques.
Articles: His publications (2021–2025) address drying technologies, microbial safety, and cannabinoid retention. Themes include sustainable processing, food safety analytics, and precision agriculture. Notable topics include hemp curing, cookie baking kinetics, and antibiotic-resistant bacteria mitigation.
Advising & Grants: While specific grants are not detailed, his work aligns with Cornell’s climate and agricultural initiatives, such as the New York Tree Crops Alliance. He collaborates on projects like virtualizing food supply chains and advancing food sovereignty for indigenous communities.
Labs/Teams: Based at Cornell AgriTech, Chen’s lab engages in interdisciplinary projects with CALS departments and industry partners. His extension efforts bridge academic research to practical applications for New York farmers and food producers.
