جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Sujata Sirsatمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food Safety
• Public Health
• Food Microbiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sujata Sirsat serves as an Associate Professor at the University of Houston’s Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership, where she addresses critical food safety and public health challenges across hospitality, agricultural, and retail sectors. Her academic credentials include: B.S. in Life Sciences from Mumbai University M.S. in Biotechnology from Texas A&M University Ph.D. in Poultry Science from the University of Arkansas Dr. Sirsat's research centers on food safety disparities , food insecurity , and microbiological risk assessment , with innovative work in low-literacy training toolkits and environmental pathogen monitoring. She integrates molecular biology and public health frameworks to develop practical interventions for farmers' markets, hotels, and domestic kitchens, emphasizing vulnerable populations. Analysis of her 2022-2025 publications reveals consistent focus on pathogen persistence mechanisms (using bacteriophage surrogates), cross-contamination dynamics in hospitality settings, and data-driven food safety monitoring through consumer reviews and hydroponic systems. Her work bridges laboratory microbiology with real-world applications in retail and agricultural operations. While securing over $3 million in competitive grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Texas Department of Agriculture, no specific scientific awards or medals were documented in the source material. Her funded research enhances food safety practices across retail, restaurants, and small farms, with active teaching in undergraduate Food Safety/Foodservice Management and doctoral Grant Writing courses. Current contact details confirm ongoing institutional engagement: email sasirsat@uh.edu, phone 713-743-2624, office S230.

Eric Hamermanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Consumer Behavior
• Disgust Sensitivity
• Sustainable Consumption
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Eric Hamerman, Ph.D., is a Professor and Chair of the Marketing Department at the LaPenta School of Business, Iona University. He also serves as the Marketing Internship Coordinator. His expertise lies in consumer behavior, with a focus on disgust sensitivity, volunteerism, and sustainable consumption. Dr. Hamerman holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University and an MBA in Marketing from the University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill. His research spans topics such as entomophagy (insect-based foods), food waste reduction strategies, and the role of generative AI in education. He has published widely in journals like Journal of Consumer Research and Personality & Social Psychology Bulletin . Notable contributions include examining the psychological underpinnings of consumer decisions related to kosher foods, food cleanliness perceptions, and the implementation of campus food pantries. Dr. Hamerman teaches courses such as Sustainable Marketing, Marketing Communications, and Principles of Marketing, emphasizing practical applications and ethical considerations. His work bridges academic research with real-world challenges, particularly in sustainability and social responsibility. While no formal grants or awards are listed, his publications reflect consistent engagement with timely issues in consumer behavior and marketing strategy.

Tony Kimمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food Safety
• Restaurant Cleanliness
• Consumer Behavior in Hospitality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tony Kim is an Associate Professor and J.W. and Alice S. Marriott Professor at the Hart School of Hospitality, Sport and Recreation Management at James Madison University (JMU). He serves as Assistant Director and Program Director for the Hospitality Management program. His expertise spans food safety/sanitation, restaurant cleanliness, consumer behavior, and event management. Kim holds a Ph.D. in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Purdue University (2016), an M.T.A. in Event and Meeting Management from George Washington University (2010), and dual B.S. degrees in Hotel Administration (University of Nevada, Las Vegas) and Chemical Engineering (Han Yang University). His research focuses on bridging gaps between food safety realities and consumer perceptions, event management trends, and the impact of cultural phenomena on tourism. He teaches courses in Cost Control, Beverage Management, and Technology Strategies in Hospitality. Awards include the Outstanding Doctoral Student Award (Purdue, 2016) and Teaching Academy Graduate Teaching Award (Purdue, 2015). Recent publications explore event attribute analysis, restaurant inspection perceptions, and transnational pop-culture tourism. His work emphasizes practical applications of research in hospitality operations and public health.