Food Science & Technology: Personnel
Jake H. Mulligan
Assistant Professor
B.S., University of MinnesotaPh.D., University of Akron
Department of Food Science & TechnologyUniversity of Georgia
Office #122
Athens, GA 30602-2610
Office Phone: (706) 542-7773
Email: jhmullig@uga.edu
Description of Research Interests
Material science aspects of foods, particularly how process conditions affect structure and resulting properties with a focus on in-line monitoring of structural changes during processing. Nanotechnology focused on producing and utilizing food/ agricultural based nanoparticles and the use of nanoparticles in various food applications. Applications of polymer processing techniques to food systems and the development and use of food/agriculture-based plastics as alternatives to petroleum-based plastics.
Courses Taught
FDST 4050/6050 Food Engineering FundamentalsFDST 4110/6110 Food Packaging
Selected Recent Publications
Zhang, J., Daubert, C.R., Mulligan, J.H., and Foegeding ,E.A. 2008. Additive effects on the rheological behavior of alginate gels. Journal of Texture Studies. 39. 582-603