Episode 16: Moisture Mastery, Music and Mantras with Dr. Zachary Cartwright

What do water activity, music, and mantras have in common? More than you’d think! In this episode, we dive into the science of moisture measurement with Dr. Zachary Cartwright, Lead Food Scientist & Isotherm Application Consultant at AQUALAB by Addium.Moisture is the unsung hero of food safety & shelf life. Dr. Cartwright explains how controlling water activity keeps food from becoming a microbial playground, ensuring stability, consistency, and safety. He also shares how AQUALAB's cutting-edge tools are helping food manufacturers master moisture management like never before.But science isn’t the only thing on his radar - Dr. Cartwright, host of The Drip podcast, talks about blending precision, creativity, and even music & mantras into his approach to food science.Whether you're a food scientist, product developer, or just a science-curious foodie, this episode will change the way you think about water and food.Learn more about AQUALAB: https://aqualab.comThe Drip Podcast: https://aqualab.com/en/knowledge-base/podcastMusic on Repeat: Bad Bunny