Molecular and Genetic Medicine

Renee Boyer

Biography

 Renee Boyer currently working as assistant professor in department of food science and technology, virginia polytechnic institute and state university, blacks burg, VA. Renee Boyer done her Ph.D., in Food Science and Technology, Virginia Tech, 2006. She also done her M.S., in Food Science and Technology, Virgina Tech, 2002 and her B.S., in Biology, Radford University, 1999.

Research Interest

 Renee Boyer current research interest focused on Pre- and post-harvest interventions to enhance the safety of fresh and fresh cut fruits and vegetables, as well as Development of Interventions and Educational Programs to Empower Food Handlers to Use Safer Practices.

Extension Program

Renee Boyer extension program focuses on Consumer Food Safety Education. She is  the extension specialist leading the states Food Safety Team. This team includes a district program leader and 4 extension agents from across the state of Virginia. Our charge is to evaluate the educational programming needs for the citizens of Virginia and provide food safety curriculum. Current programs offered include: Serv safe, Cooking for Crowds and So Easy to Preserve.