Tim Reuter

Prof. Tim Reuter is a Professor at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences, Department of Agriculture, Ecotrophology, and Landscape Development. He holds adjunct roles at the University of Lethbridge and has extensive experience in food safety and microbiology. His research focuses on food safety across production chains, particularly pathogens like Escherichia coli, and sustainable waste management solutions for livestock.

• Adjunct Professor, Biological Sciences (University of Lethbridge, 2012–2022)
• Scientist, Government of Alberta (2012–2021)
• Former President, Canadian Society of Animal Science (2013–2017)

Education:

• PhD in Trophology (Martin-Luther-Universität, 2003)
• Study of Ecotrophology (Hochschule Anhalt, 1994–1999)

Research Interests: Food safety, microbiology of foodborne pathogens, composting for pathogen control, and biodegradation of infectious materials. Key projects include genomic analysis of E. coli, development of composting techniques for livestock mortality, and prion inactivation studies.

Publications emphasize pathogen detection methods, antimicrobial resistance, and sustainable waste solutions. His work bridges agricultural practices and environmental health, with applications in food production safety.