Food Science graduate student Isaac Ho won second place in the 36^th annual CSU Student Research Competition on April 29-30 for his research on the mindsets of early adopters of insect-based food products in the Behavioral, Social Sciences and Public Administration division. Food Science Professor Amy Lammert is advising the project. Ho’s research, titled “Use of Preference Analysis to Identify Early Adopter Mind-Sets of Insect-based Food Products” seeks to identify early adopter mind-sets of insect-based food products and determine product features early adopters would prefer in an insect-based food product and the differences in mindsets in different countries. Ho, who is enrolled in the Food Science and Nutrition Department’s blended program which allows students to pursue a joint bachelor’s and master’s degree, was one of four Cal Poly students recognized with first or second-place awards in their divisions. To see a full list of the competition award winners, click here.