Davis W. Cheng Ph.D.

Davis W. Cheng, Ph.D. is a Senior Scientist with the Rocky Institute of Biotechnology in California. He was formerly a Supervisory Consumer Safety Inspector at the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA-FSIS) Office of Field Operations, Philadelphia District, where he contributed his leadership and expertise in poultry, meat, egg product, and ready-to-eat food safety. Dr. Cheng also 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. 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.