College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition

Degree Program

MS in Food Science

Faculty Advisor

Dr. Jeffrey Swada

Background and Research Interests

José’s main focus is to create products that meet the growing global demand for wellness-focused food options. He is committed to advancing the development of innovative food products that promote human health and contribute to the generation of new knowledge within the food science community.

He has been conducting food-related research for more than five years and has worked in the food industry in roles such as product development, quality assurance, and project coordination. He was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship by the U.S. Department of State and is currently working on the development and functional characterization of a lectin-free Ñuña bean flour.

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