 Dr. Goktepe
1601 E. Market St.
161 Carver Hall
Greensboro, NC 27411
Tel: 336-334-7933
Fax: 336-334-7239
E-mail: igoktepe@ncat.edu
Education
- Ph.D. Food Science, Louisiana State University (1999)
- M.Sc. Environmental Toxicology, Louisiana State University (2000)
- M.Sc. Food Science, Louisiana State University (1996)
- B.S. Fisheries, University of Istanbul (1993)
Research Interests
Shelf-life extension of fresh produce using Bacteriophage and Hurdle technologies, evaluation of select plants for antimicrobial and anticarcinogenic activities, development of new methods to preserve the quality of fresh strawberries, and evaluation of biodegradable food packaging materials to extend the shelf life of produce.
Professional Organizations
- Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) (1996-Present)
- American Society for Microbiology (ASM) (2000-Present)
- Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC) (1998-Present)
- North Carolina AgroMedicine Institute (2000-Present)
- Gamma Sigma Delta, Honor Society of Agriculture (1999-Present)
- The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi (2005-Present)
- Phi Tau Sigma, Honorary Society of Food Science (1999-Present)
- Kappa Omicron Nu Honor Society of Family and Consumer Sciences (2001-Present)
Current Research Projects
- Goktepe, I , and Kanipes, M. 2008. Evaluation of Environmental Factors on the Post Harvest
Quality of Strawberries. The Center of Excellence in Post-Harvest Technologies Interdisciplinary Research Grants Program.
- Goktepe, I , Sulakvelidze, A. and Yeboah, A. 2007. Biocontrol and hurdle technology to Enhance Microbial Safety of Fresh Produce. USDA-CSREES, Washington, DC.
- Goktepe, I , Hanner, T., and Ibrahim, J.M. 2007. Molecular Mechanisms Underlying Cytotoxic Activity of Bioactive Pokeweed and Rosehip Plant Extracts USDA-CSREES, Washington, DC.
- Baldwin, K., Goktepe, I., et al. 2007. Partnerships are the foundation for the sustainability of socially disadvantaged farmers. USDA-CSREES, Washington, DC.
- Baldwin, K., Goktepe, I., et al. 2007. Risk management education for Southern Appalachian Farmers. Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project.
Selected Most Recent Publications
- Willis, W.L., Goktepe, I., Isikhuemhen, O., Reed, M., King, K., and Murray, C. 2008. The Effect of Mushroom and Pokeweed Extract on Salmonella, Egg Production and Weight Loss in Molting Hens. Poultry Sci. 87:2451-2457.
- Flack, S., Goktepe, I., Ball, L.M., and Nylander-French, L.A. 2008. Development and Application of Quantitative Methods for Monitoring Dermal and Inhalation Exposure to Propiconazole. J. Environ. Monitor. 10:336-344.
- Willis, W.L., Isikhuemhen, O., Goktepe, I., Reed, M., and Murray, C. 2007. The effect of mushroom and pokeweed extract on Salmonella in molting hens. Poult. Sci. 86, (Suppl. 1): P-465.
- Rehrah, Dj., Ahmedna, M., Yu, J., Goktepe, I., Hurley, S., Hanner, T. and Rao-Patel, A. 2007. Enhanced Cholesterol and Triglyceride Lowering Effect of West African Green Tea. J. Science of Food and Agriculture, 87:1323-1329.
- Yu, J., Ahmedna, M. and Goktepe, I. 2007. Peanut Protein Concentrate: Production and Functional Properties as Affected by Processing. Food Chemistry, 103:121-129.
- Yu, J., Ahmedna, M. and Goktepe, I. 2007. Peanut Skin Phenolics: Extraction, Identification, Antioxidant Activity and Potential Applications. In F. Shahidi and C.T. Ho (Eds.) ANTIOXIDANT: MEASUREMENT AND APPLICATIONS, ACS Books, pp 226-241.
- Goktepe, I., Juneja, V.K., and Ahmedna, M. (editors) PROBIOTICS IN FOOD SAFETY AND HUMAN HEALTH. Taylor and Francis Group LLC., CRC Press Inc., Boca Raton, FL. January 2006, 494 pages, ISBN: 1574445146.
- Goktepe, I. 2006. Probiotics as Biopreservatives for Enhancing Food Safety. In: PROBIOTICS IN FOOD SAFETY AND HUMAN HEALTH, Goktepe, I., Juneja, V.K., and Ahmedna, M. (Eds.). CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, pp. 285-307.
Most Recent Presentations
- Davis, S., Goktepe, I., Milford, B., Yu, J., and Ahmedna, M. 2009. Evaluation of antipoliferative activity of Rosa canina against human cancer cells. The 15th Biennial Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, March 28-April 1.
- Brooks, J., Goktepe, I., and Milford, B. 2009. Efficacy of select plant essential oils against foodborne pathogens. The 15th Biennial Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, March 28-April 1.
- Yu, J., Ahmedna, M. and Goktepe, I. 2009. Effect of peanut skin polyphenols on quality of raw ground beef patties. The 15th Biennial Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, March 28-April 1.
- Goktepe, I. 2009. Safe Produce Handling. The 2009 Small Farms Week, Greensboro, NC, March 25, 2009.
- Boyacioglu, O., Goktepe, I., Sulakvelidze, and Sharma, M. 2008. Control of Escherichia Coli O157:H7 on Leafy Greens Using a Phage Cocktail. The 48th Annual ICAAC/IDSA 46th Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, October 25-28, 2008.
- Goktepe, I., Boyacioglu, O., Sulakvelidze, Yeboah, O., and Sharma, M. 2008. Phage cocktail for control of Escherichia coli O157:H7 on fresh greens. The 2008 USDA PD Research Conference/Workshop, Beltsville, MD, August 4-6, 2008.
- Baldwin, K., Ibrahim, J., Goktepe, I., and Dunlap, A. 2008. Good agricultural and handling practices for socially disadvantaged farmers. The 2008 AEA/ARD Land Grant Conference, Memphis, TN, June 8-11.
- Goktepe, I., Rikard, C. Milford, B. Yu, J., Ahmedna, M., and Ibrahim, J.M. 2008. Total antioxidant and antibacterial activity of extracts from Rosa canina. The 2008 AEA/ARD Land Grant Conference, Memphis, TN, June 8-11.
- Goktepe, I., Rikard, C. Milford, B. Yu, J., Ahmedna, M., and Ibrahim, J.M. 2008. Evaluation of antiproliferative activity of select plant extracts. The 2008 AEA/ARD Land Grant Conference, Memphis, TN, June 8-11.
Collaborations
Established collaboration with USDA-ARS-ANRI, USDA-ARS-ERRC, Intralytix Inc., NC Cooperative Extension Services, NC State University, Univ. of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and GTCC
Inspiration/Motivation
My inspiration is my father who taught me to achieve my best and strive to do well regardless of what people think.
My motivation is to help others succeed and go through difficult times, including my own family, students, friends, and colleagues.
Vision
My vision is to be the best mother, researcher, and teacher.
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