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Professor Jim Morton serves as Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Lincoln University, New Zealand, while maintaining his position as Professor in the Department of Wine Food & Molecular Biosciences. With a PhD from the University of Canterbury and advanced degrees from the University of Otago, he has established himself as a leading researcher in protein biochemistry with applications to food science and agriculture.
His research interests focus on protein modification and proteases, with particular emphasis on meat quality, cataract development in sheep models, and the application of proteomic and metabolomic approaches. Professor Morton has developed innovative research programs examining how proteins change during cooking and processing, with significant work on sheep cataract models that led to novel calpain inhibitors. His current research investigates meat color stability and tenderization processes while applying protein characterization expertise to diverse food and wine projects.
Professor Morton's publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact research, with recent work focusing on pulsed electric field technology for meat processing, protein modifications in meat, and bioactive compounds in plant foods. His research shows strong translational value, connecting fundamental biochemistry with practical agricultural and food industry applications.
As Dean since 2021, Professor Morton provides leadership for one of New Zealand's premier agricultural faculties while continuing active research supervision and collaboration. His work bridges multiple disciplines including biochemistry, food science, veterinary science, and molecular biosciences, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of modern agricultural research.
Professor Morton has supervised numerous graduate students across diverse topics including edible insects, hemp protein hydrolysates, consumer food behavior, and lamb color stability. His collaborative approach is evident in the wide range of co-authors across his publications, demonstrating engagement with both national and international research communities.
