Dr. Hayes’ research recently has primarily focused on food safety with a particular interest on food additives and contaminant. A major emphasis has been the investigation of the potential untoward effects of mycotoxins in the food supply on the reproductive system. Dr. Hayes is also interested in the application of newer methods for safety evaluation involving alternative methods and the use of system toxicology in understand adverse outcome pathways.
Emory University, A.B., 1961, Chemistry
Auburn University, M.S., 1964, Physiology
Auburn University, Ph.D., 1967, Biochemistry