Food Safety in Higher Education: Discovery and Teaching Food Safety (Part I) – Episode 19

Presented By Sani Professional

In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Dr. Hal King interviews Ben Chapman, PhD, Professor and Director of the Safe Plates Food Safety Program at NC State University, to explore the role of higher education in shaping the next generation of food safety leaders. Ben shares how his early experiences sparked a passion for food safety, the importance of grounding education in reality-based research, and how the Safe Plates program is making a difference in both home kitchens and the food industry. From teaching methodologies to fostering a strong culture of food safety awareness, this episode offers a look into how Ben inspires students and professionals alike through hands-on learning and evidence-based practices.

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About the author

Benjamin Chapman, PhD
Professor and Director, Safe Plates Food Safety Program, NC State University

Dr. Ben Chapman is a nationally recognized food safety expert and the department head of Agricultural and Human Sciences at NC State University. He leads the Safe Plates program, where he researches food handling behaviors and develops practical strategies to reduce foodborne illness across the food supply chain.
With passion sparked by the movie Outbreak, Ben has built a career focused on bridging science and real-world application. He co-directs FoodCoVNET, a COVID-19 response initiative for the food industry, and co-chairs the board of STOP Foodborne Illness. Ben is also the co-host of two industry podcasts: Food Safety Talk and Risky or Not.

Ben’s work has earned numerous awards for excellence in extension and education. He holds degrees in Molecular Biology and Plant Agriculture from the University of Guelph.

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