Meat Science

3385D Anthony
Dept. of Animal Science
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48824-1225

Phone: (517) 355-8452 ext. 205
Fax: (517) 353-1699
E-mail: booren@msu.edu

Education
BS, University of Minnesota
MS, University of Wyoming
PhD, University of Nebraska

Responsibility
10% Teaching, 15% Research,
75% Extension

Dr. Booren is a Professor and Extension Specialist in the Departments of Animal Science; Food Science and Human Nutrition. He has been at Michigan State University for twenty-eight years during which his efforts have been directed in the areas of fresh and processed red meat, poultry and fish. His research interests include precooked meat, meat flavor, ingredients used in processed meats and various additives used in meat and meat products to extend shelf life. In addition, he teaches in the Meat Science area and oversees the Meat Laboratory pilot plant operations that include meat production, HACCP and USDA inspection.