Jose Brandao Delgado

Jose Brandao Delgado serves as an Assistant Professor and Extension Food Safety Specialist at Utah State University's Department of Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Sciences, based at the Logan Campus. His work integrates academic research with practical industry collaboration to advance food safety standards and regulatory compliance across Utah's agricultural sector.

His educational foundation includes:

• PhD in Food Science from Louisiana State University (2019)
• BS in Food Technology from Escuela Agrícola Panamericana Zamorano (2012)

Dr. Brandao's research centers on developing innovative food safety solutions for Utah's unique agricultural challenges, with particular emphasis on pathogen control in irrigation systems and food waste reduction. His expertise spans food toxicology, safety practices in food processing, and agricultural pathogen management, directly addressing critical gaps in fresh produce safety. Through extension programs, he translates complex food safety science into actionable industry protocols for both consumer and manufacturing contexts.

Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2015-2024) reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on practical food safety interventions. His work predominantly addresses irrigation water decontamination using surfactant-modified zeolite filtration systems, demonstrating significant pathogen reduction efficacy for high-risk pathogens like Salmonella and Listeria in strawberry and lettuce production. Secondary themes include horticultural by-product valorization, shelf-life extension techniques, and household food waste reduction strategies—showcasing his commitment to sustainable food systems from farm to consumer.

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Dr. Brandao actively secures research funding to support Utah's food safety infrastructure while mentoring students through courses like NDFS 6180 - Food Safety Inspection and Auditing. His dual extension appointments in Consumer Food Safety Education and Food Safety of Manufacturing Industry (both ongoing since 2024) demonstrate his commitment to bridging academic research with real-world industry implementation across multiple food system sectors.