Dr. Joshua Lambert

Professor

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Biography

Joshua D. Lambert is a Professor in the Department of Food Science at Pennsylvania State University, where he co-directs the Center for Plant Foods and Mushroom Health. Dr. Lambert's research focuses on cancer prevention, dietary components, and the role of phytochemicals in obesity and chronic diseases. His laboratory investigates the effectiveness of polyphenols from sources such as green tea and cocoa in preventing obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, examining the underlying mechanisms of action. He also explores the anti-inflammatory and cancer-inhibiting properties of dietary phytochemicals, including their bioavailability and potential toxicity. With over 100 publications to his name, Dr. Lambert actively contributes to understanding how post-harvest processing and various agricultural factors influence food chemistry and health outcomes. His research is funded by multiple prestigious institutions, and he is involved in graduate faculty programs in Food Science as well as related biosciences fields.

Research Interests

Courses

FDSC 406, Physiology Nutrition FDSC 407, Food Toxins FDSC 501, Research Methods

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
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  • Writing Sample
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.