“Helping students better understand how science applies to food will, ultimately, make them better chefs. It will also encourage them to think analytically, as well as creatively, outside the box.”
Bio
I’m Professor Lynn Tripp. I teach food science in the culinary science program at JWU’s College of Culinary Arts.
To stay relevant in industry, I serve on the education committee for the international chapter of the Research Chefs Association (RCA). I’m also on the board of the New England chapter of Research Chefs.
Every year I take a group of students to their annual conference, which is held throughout the country — this year, we just got back from Puerto Rico — where they compete in a culinary competition. We’ve won first place 5 times, 2nd place 4 times. The RCA is an organization that blends culinary arts and food science, which is extremely relevant today as we’re moving into chefs in the food industry.
Food Safety & Sanitation Advisor: Food Science Club
Certifications
Food Safety Manager, 2016 National Registry of Food Safety Professionals
Certified Food Scientist, 2014 Institute of Food Technologists
Better Process Control School, 2013 Grocery Manufacturers Association
WSET Advanced Certificate in Wines and Spirits, 2008 Wine and Spirit Education Trust
Memberships
Institute of Food Technologists, 1990-present
Board member, 2013-present Northeast Regional Research Chefs Association
Education committee member, 2007-present Research Chefs Association
Awards and Honors
2013: Research Chefs Association (RCA) Presidents Award for dedication to the RCA Education Committee
2009: Johnson & Wales University Food Service Academics Outstanding Service Award
2010: Volrath Excellence in Teaching Award
Professional Experience + Consultation
Ocean Spray Cranberries 1990-2000 Food chemist focusing on product research & development, product analysis. Area of focus: cranberry health and nutrition; anthocyanin research.
Cranberry Marketing Committee 2002-present Invited member of the National Health Professionals Speakers Bureau for the Cranberry Marketing Committee. The Speakers Bureau is a network of experts on cranberries who are available to disseminate current, credible information regarding the health benefits of cranberries. As a member, I respond to speaking requests as well as local media requests for interviews on cranberries and human health and culinary functionality.
Cape Cod Cranberry Growers' Association 2000-present Contractual consultant for the Cape Cod Cranberry Growers' Association to help promote the science and health benefits of cranberries.