Dr. John Lucey

Professor

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Biography

John Lucey is a Professor in the Department of Food Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He has extensive research experience focusing on dairy science and technology, specifically exploring milk protein functionality and the critical role of calcium phosphate crosslinking in casein properties. His work investigates rennet and acid coagulation processes in cheesemaking and the rheological properties of cheese, which are pivotal for controlling cheese performance characteristics such as melting and shredding. Lucey’s research also includes studies on extending the shelf-life of various cheeses to enhance their export potential to distant markets. Moreover, his interests encompass the stability of sterilized dairy beverages as well as the valorization of dairy coproducts through separation and fermentation techniques. Lucey serves as the Director of the Wisconsin Center for Dairy Research, where he collaborates with various researchers to advance the field of dairy science.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

University of Wisconsin-Madison • Madison, Wisconsin, USA

Conducting research in dairy science, milk protein functionality, and cheese properties.

Director

2000-01-01 — Present

Wisconsin Center for Dairy Research • Madison, Wisconsin, USA

Overseeing research projects and collaborations in dairy science and technology.

Requirements for University of Wisconsin–Madison

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Programming experience (Data Structures, Machine Organization) One year college-level calculus
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
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  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Sciences