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Darrell W Cockburn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Food Science at Pennsylvania State University. He earned both his Bachelor of Science and Doctorate degrees from the University of Guelph, Canada. His research interests focus on the human gut microbiome and dietary fiber, particularly resistant starch and its role in human health. Cockburn's lab investigates how various types of dietary fiber interact with gut microorganisms and influence the microbiome's composition and health benefits. He aims to develop personalized dietary guidelines that account for individual variations in microbiome responses to dietary components. His work contributes significantly to understanding how resistant starch can impact gut health, immune regulation, and the prevention of infections by pathogenic bacteria.
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