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Home » Authors » Davis W. Cheng Ph.D.

Davis W. Cheng Ph.D.

Davis W. Cheng, Ph.D. is a Supervisory Consumer Safety Inspector contributing his leadership and expertise in poultry, meat, egg product, and ready-to-eat food safety to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA-FSIS) Office of Field Operations, Philadelphia District. Dr. Cheng's academic journey reflects a profound dedication to the sciences, having majored in Agriculture and Biological Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Animal Genetics and Genetic Engineering. Previous to his current position, Dr. Cheng held other roles at USDA including Scientist, Assistant/Associate Research Professor, Senior Scientist, and Biologist, showcasing a multifaceted commitment to teaching, research, student supervision, and business leadership within the food safety industry.

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Development and Application of AI for Food Processing and Safety Regulations

AI technologies have potential to revolutionize the food industry and the way USDA-FSIS employees inspect and ensure the safety of meat, poultry, RTE, NRTE, egg, and thermally processed products
Davis W. Cheng Ph.D.
April 10, 2024

This article explores the transformative strategies, methods, and approaches of AI technologies in the realm of USDA-FSIS operations, with an introduction of ten major AI systems for different applications and purposes.


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Identification of Biofilm-Forming Foodborne Pathogens and Development of Prevention Strategies

Davis W. Cheng Ph.D.
February 20, 2024

Understanding the structure and function of biofilms is essential for developing effective strategies to control microbial biofilm formation, mitigate biofilm-related risks, and harness the beneficial properties of biofilms for various applications.


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