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Travis O'Quinn is an Associate Professor at Kansas State University's Department of Animal Sciences and Industry, housed within the College of Agriculture. He holds a 60% extension and 40% research appointment, focusing on beef quality and palatability. His work bridges academic research, industry application, and youth education.
Education:
- B.S., Texas Tech University, 2008
- M.S., Texas Tech University, 2010
- Ph.D., Colorado State University, 2012
Research & Extension: Dr. O'Quinn’s research centers on beef palatability, including tenderness, juiciness, and flavor modulation. He has evaluated over 13,000 consumer responses and developed techniques to quantify beef juiciness. His extension work oversees Kansas’ 4-H and FFA meat judging programs, fostering student involvement in the meat industry.
Advising & Teams: He advises the K-State Meat Judging Team, Meat Animal Evaluation Team, and Meat Science Academic Quiz Bowl team, emphasizing hands-on training for students.
Labs/Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary projects with industry partners, focusing on practical applications of meat science research.
