Mitigation Strategies and Risk Management for Food Contaminants

Edited by:   Matthew Chidozie Ogwu, Sylvester Chibueze Izah
Imprint:   Engineering Science Reference
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 254mm,  Width: 178mm, 
ISBN:   9798337370538
Pages:   452
Publication Date:   16 September 2025
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Primary ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Matthew Chidozie Ogwu is an Assistant Professor of Integrated Ecology and Sustainable Development at Appalachian State University, USA. He is an accomplished interdisciplinary scholar with transdisciplinary expertise spanning One Health, EcoHealth, and sustainability science. His research is deeply rooted in the assessment of coupled human and natural systems and socio-ecological dynamics, with a strong focus on resilience, environmental justice, and sustainable development. Dr. Ogwu has earned numerous prestigious awards, competitive research grants, and international scholarships in recognition of his academic excellence and impactful contributions. He is widely published and serves as a board member and peer reviewer for several high-impact journals across environmental science, public health, and ecological disciplines. Passionate about science-policy integration and community-engaged scholarship, Dr. Ogwu consistently lends his expertise to international collaborative projects and volunteers his time to promote education, health equity, and environmental sustainability worldwide. His leadership and mentoring have inspired students, early-career researchers, and community stakeholders in various global regions. Sylvester Izah is a distinguished faculty member at Bayelsa Medical University in Yenagoa, Nigeria. Dr. Izah holds dual Ph.D. in Public Health, and Applied Microbiology and Environmental Health, an M.Sc. in Applied Microbiology, and a B.Sc. in Biological Sciences from Niger Delta University, Nigeria. In addition to his teaching role, he holds the position of Assistant Director of Academic Planning, Research, and Innovations at the university. Dr. Izah is a licensed Environmental Health Specialist in Nigeria. His expertise spans various disciplines, and he has a particular focus on Sustainable Human-Environmental Health Interactions. This broad area of study involves the assessment and management of air, soil, and water quality, as well as toxicology, hygiene, sanitation, food science, waste management, biodiversity, and sustainability. Dr. Izah's academic prowess is highlighted by an impressive research and publication portfolio, which includes more than 300 peer-reviewed publications. His work extends to the publication of edited books with renowned publishers such as Springer and Elsevier, contributions to book chapters in publications by Elsevier, Springer, and Taylor and Francis, as well as numerous journal articles.