In the Lab
This lab instrument measures the acidity of a food product
pH meter
This individual teaches food chemistry and has been a faculty member at K-State since 1989
Dr. Smith
Established in 1930 and originally called the "Bureau of Chemistry," this government agency ensures public health by monitoring the safety of food and drugs
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The top-selling soft drink brand globally
Coca-Cola
The liquid byproduct of cheese making
Whey
This lab instrument measures "free" water in a product
Water activity meter
This individual has a special interest in the development of new food products, particularly the development of gluten-free, sorghum, and soy-based products
Dr. Getty
Food is considered ____ and is prohibited from sale if it contains poisonous substances, unapproved additives, or has been altered for economic gain
Adulterated
This mode of transport moves nearly 80% of in‑state food shipments, and a majority of shipments if the trip is under 2,000 miles
Trucks
This fibrous protein is found within and between muscles, and turns into a gel with moist heat
Collagen
This instrument measures the sugar content in liquid foods, like fruit juice and syrups, by calculating light refraction
Brix refractometer
These two individuals serve as the Food Science Club advisors
Dr. Nutsch and Karen Blakeslee
Mandatory FDA regulated definitions specifying the required ingredients, composition, and manufacturing methods for certain foods
Standard of Identity
This farmer-owned company was founded in 1921 and is considered the inventor of sweet cream butter
Land O' Lakes
This protein in meat stores oxygen and dictates the meat color
Myoglobin
This instrument provides numerical L* a* b* values
Colorimeter
This on-campus lab is a resource for small food producers to evaluate the safety of their food products and nutrition facts labeling
KVAL
This agency regulates the inspection and safety of whiskered fish known as "Siluriformes"
USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
This bakery company is considered the largest in the world, with a presence in 93 countries, and is known for brands such as Entenmann's, Sara Lee, and Takis
Grupo Bimbo
This flavonoid pigment is responsible for red, purple, and blue colors in fruits and vegetables
Anthocyanin
This analytical method measures the light scattered from or transmitted through a sample, allowing for rapid, non-destructive analysis of moisture, fat, and protein
Near-InfraRed (NIR) spectroscopy
This new Kansas State University grain and food science building is scheduled for completion in fall 2026
Western Star Global Grain and Food Center
These three spices add both color and flavor and may be labeled as ‘spice and coloring’ under FDA rules
Paprika, Turmeric, Saffron
This southern state has the largest U.S. trading (import/export) agricultural market, transporting bulk grains and edible oils
Louisiana - New Orleans Port Region
A velouté sauce is made from these 2 ingredients
A roux and white stock