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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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