معرفی
Neal Fortin is the Director of the Institute for Food Laws & Regulations at Michigan State University and a Professor in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Michigan State University College of Law, where he contributes expertise in legal frameworks related to food systems.
Research Interests
Dr. Fortin's work bridges food science, human nutrition, and regulatory policy. His research focuses on the intersection of law, science, and public health, particularly in areas such as food safety standards, dietary supplement regulation, and international food law harmonization. He actively engages in policy development for local and national public health initiatives.
Professional Affiliations and Leadership
- Emeritus member of the Association of Food and Drug Officials
- Emeritus member of the Food and Drug Law Institute
- Professional member of the Institute of Food Technologists
- Member of the State Bar of Michigan
- Former President of the North Central Association of Food & Drug Officials
- Former Commissioner for the Michigan Local Public Health Accreditation Program
Teaching and Publications
Dr. Fortin teaches courses on United States Food Law and International Food Law. He is the author of the textbook Food Regulation: Law, Science, Policy, and Practice, now in its second edition, which serves as a foundational resource for understanding food regulatory systems.
