Barakat Mahmoud
Barakat Mahmoud
Born (1969-05-03) 3 May 1969 (age 55)
NationalityEgyptian, American
Alma materCairo University
PHD Hokkaido University
Occupation(s)Associate Professor
Microbiologist
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Dr. Barakat Mahmoud is an Associate Professor and Food Safety Extension Specialist at Mississippi State University.[1][2] Prior to his position at MSU, he was holding a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Department of Food Science at Purdue University between May 1, 2006 and June 30, 2008.

Research

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  • Dr. Mahmoud is well recognized as an International Scientist as he has worked and presented his work in many countries. He published about 85 publications (in international journals and/or conferences), two book chapters, and the process of editing a book entitle “Salmonella: A Dangerous Foodborne Pathogen”.
  • The use of novel technologies/processes to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses in minimally processed food.
  • The study of bacterial growth and inactivation in food.
  • The use of nonthermal novel technologies/processes to reduce and control spoilage microorganisms in minimally processed food.
  • The study of the effects of nonthermal novel technologies on the quality and shelf life of minimally processed food.
  • The use of both modern molecular (RTPCR) and traditional methods for pathogens detection in food.

Awards

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  • 6th Dubai International Food Safety Conference in 2011
  • Stewardship Award from MSU in 2008 and 2009 (Lab award)
  • Record in Marquis Who's Who in Asia, 1st Edition in 2007 and in America 2011
  • Clark’s award from Hokkaido University in 2005
  • Japanese government scholarship in 2002-2006
  • Research scholarship from Superior Institute of Agronomy

Memberships

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References

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  1. ^ "Dr.Barakat Mahmoud". fsnhp.msstate.edu. Retrieved 26 June 2016.
  2. ^ "Assistant Professor of Food Safety/Microbiology at Mississippi State University". gulfbase.org. Retrieved 26 June 2016.