Hospitality Professor Joins Researchers to Examine Attitudes Toward Genetically Modified Crops in New Study

Chaplin School professor Dr. Miranda Kitterlin, in collaboration with a global team of researchers, has recently published a study analyzing the predictors that influence agricultural experts’ attitudes toward the development of and policies related to genetically modified (GM) crops. Major findings in the study, entitled Attitudes of Agricultural Experts Toward Genetically Modified Crops: A Case Study in Southwest Iran, indicated that agricultural experts were aware of the environmental benefits and possible risks associated with GM crops. The majority of participants agreed that GM crops could improve food security and accelerate rural development, and were proponents of labeling practices for GM crops. Finally, there was a positive correlation between the perception of benefits and attitudes towards GM crops. With the growing popularity of GM crop production around the world, it is vital to have an understanding of the attitudes of all parties involved, as this trend will certainly impact food service operations, a sector that makes up a significant portion of the hospitality and tourism industry. The study was published in the June 2015 issue of the Science and Engineering Ethics multidisciplinary journal. Learn More

Professor’s Modified Procedure Streamlines Winemaking

Before harvesting, winemakers give their grape crops "checkups" to ensure that acid levels are just right for picking. Among the tests administered are titratable acidity (TA titration) and yeast assimilable nitrogen (YAN), which both give winemakers an idea of how successful fermentation will be. Both tests require time and two separate samples for analysis. Dr. Barry Gump, Harvey R. Chaplin Eminent Scholar’s Chair and professor of Beverage Management, has recently developed a modified procedure that combines both tests into one that uses a single sample of grape or juice. With implementation of Dr. Gump's new method, winemakers will experience significant savings in operational time because analysis happens only once. To learn more about Dr. Gump's research into the "Combined Titrametric Analysis of TA and YAN", visit the VitisResearch.com website.

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