Black pepper is known as the king of spices due to its widespread use around the world. Unfortunately, black pepper is frequently contaminated with Salmonella during farm[...]

Biofilms are known to form inside irrigation distribution lines to the point of complete blockage from the emitter holes. However, there is inadequate understanding of ho[...]

This work investigated bioaerosol transfer from poultry farms in the Southeastern U.S. using passive and active methods. Proximity to the exhaust fan corresponded with hi[...]

This study evaluates cellulose caproate's environmental and economic viability (CEB-C6), a novel bioplastic derived from renewable cellulose and waste biomass, as a susta[...]

Human norovirus (HuNoV) and hepatitis A virus (HAV) are the two main viruses causing foodborne outbreaks. These viruses can be transmitted through the fecal-oral route vi[...]

Coffee processing wastewater (CPW) contains high organic loads and inhibitory compounds such as caffeine. This study assessed micro-aeration-enhanced anaerobic digestion [...]

Human norovirus (HuNoV) and hepatitis A virus (HAV) are responsible for several foodborne outbreaks associated with berries. The FDA/BAM/26 method for virus detection fro[...]

Agricultural water plays an important role in the production of produce, which is of increasing focus as a vehicle for foodborne illnesses including Shiga toxin-producing[...]

Fouling in heat exchangers presents a significant challenge in the powdered infant formula industry, promoting microbial attachment and hindering heating efficiency. This[...]

The growing demand for plant-based milk underscores the need to enhance its nutritional value through fortification and improved protein content. This study introduces th[...]

Escherichia coli O157:H7 is a major foodborne pathogen often linked to fresh produce, especially romaine lettuce. This study examined the efficacy of ascaroside #18 (ascr[...]

Understanding the food microbiome is crucial for identifying microorganisms that impact food quality and safety. My studies aimed to contribute further research in this f[...]

The Georgia seafood industry is currently one of the smallest and most often overlooked in the U.S. What used to be a thriving industry has been steadily declining due to[...]

This study examined the effects of sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3), potassium bicarbonate (KHCO3) and NaCl in ground beef. The raw ground beef was mixed with NaHCO3 (0.5%; 1.[...]

This study investigates the effects of plasma-activated water (PAW) on the sprouting of pea seeds (Pisum sativum L.), comparing its physicochemical properties with those [...]

There has been no consistent plasma biomarker confirms pecan consumption. Traditionally, γ-tocopherol, a vitamin E isoform in pecans, has been previously used as a marker[...]

High hydrostatic pressure (HHP) was applied to elucidate its effect on the thermostability of selected enzymes. Pressure reduced the thermal inactivation of lactate oxida[...]

The rising demand for organic food reflects growing consumer awareness of sustainable and health-conscious dietary choices. However, the current understanding of chemical[...]

Challenges in controlling Salmonella and Campylobacter in poultry production underscore the need for robust, accurate, and time-efficient quantification systems to safegu[...]

This study evaluates the potential of Ultra High-Pressure Homogenization (UHPH) to enhance fruit juices' safety, quality, and sensory attributes, presenting a promising a[...]

Consumption of contaminated fresh produce is responsible for numerous outbreaks of gastrointestinal infections annually in the United States. Controlling Salmonella and [...]

The global spread and emergence of the plasmid-borne mobile colistin resistance genes (mcr) have threatened the efficacy of colistin, a last-resort antibiotic. It is thou[...]

Model roasted peanut confections were formulated with addition of 3 levels (0, 2, and 5%) water, two levels (0 and 4%) sucrose and two levels (0 and 180 ppm) the antioxid[...]

We evaluated four surfaces [stainless steel, Delrin (DuPont) acetal resin, fiberglass reinforced plastic wall paneling (FRP), and mortar] to determine the effects that su[...]