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Research Publications (Food Safety)

This page tracks research articles published in national and international peer-reviewed journals. Recent articles are available ahead of print and searchable by Journal, Article Title, and Category. Research publications are tracked across six categories: Bacterial Pathogens, Chemical Contaminants, Natural Toxins, Parasites, Produce Safety, and Viruses. Articles produced by USDA Grant Funding Agencies (requires login) and FDA Grant Funding Agencies (requires login) are also tracked in Scopus.

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  1. The influence of different abiotic conditions on the concentrations of free and conjugated deoxynivalenol and zearalenone in stored wheat

    • Mycotoxin Research

    • Environmental factors influence fungal growth and mycotoxin production in stored grains. However, the concentrations of free mycotoxins and their conjugates and how they are impacted by different interacting environment conditions have not been previously examined.

      • Natural toxins
      • Mycotoxins

  2. Volatile profiles of Murcott and Ponkan mandarins obtained by stir bar sorptive extraction technique and their contributions to the fruit aroma

    • Journal of Food Science

    • Abstract Citrus species have undergone immense diversification ever since their ancestral origin. Ponkan and Murcott are two mandarin varieties widely consumed in Brazil and their aroma producing active compounds have not yet been extensively investigated. The present study analyzed the volatile constituents of the Ponkan and Murcott varieties employing the stir bar sorptive extraction (SBSE) technique and gas chromatography‐mass spectrometry (GC‐MS) analysis for the first time.

      • Produce Safety
      • Ethylene Sensitive

  3. Comprehensive analysis of predominant pathogenic bacteria and viruses in seafood products

    • Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety

    • Abstract Given the growing global demand for seafood, it is imperative to conduct a comprehensive study on the prevalence and persistence patterns of pathogenic bacteria and viruses associated with specific seafood varieties. This assessment thoroughly examines the safety of seafood products, considering the diverse processing methods employed in the industry.

      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Clostridium botulinum
      • Listeria monocytogenes
      • Salmonella
      • Vibrio
      • Viruses
      • Hepatitis
      • Norovirus

  4. Prevalence, serotype, antimicrobial susceptibility, contamination factors, and control methods of Salmonella spp. in retail fresh fruits and vegetables: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

    • Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety

    • Abstract This research presents a comprehensive review of Salmonella presence in retail fresh fruits and vegetables from 2010 to 2023, utilizing data from recognized sources such as PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. The study incorporates a meta‐analysis of prevalence, serovar distribution, antimicrobial susceptibility, and antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs).

      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Salmonella
      • Produce Safety
      • Leafy Greens

  5. Coagulase-negative staphylococci from bovine milk: Antibiogram profiles and virulent gene detection

    • BMC Microbiology

    • Coagulase-negative Staphylococcus species are an emerging cause of intramammary infection, posing a significant economic and public health threat. The aim of this study was to assess the occurrence of coagulase-n...

      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Staphylococcus aureus

  6. Use of zebrafish to identify host responses specific to type VI secretion system mediated interbacterial antagonism

    • PLOS Pathogens

    • by Mollie Virgo, Serge Mostowy, Brian T. Ho

      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Shigella
      • Vibrio

  7. Antimicrobial properties of WCO-based composites enriched with hops and curly sorrel for green building solutions

    • PLOS ONE

    • by Anita Staroń, Barbara Pucelik, Agata Barzowska, Magda Kijania-Kontak, Paweł Staroń

      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Staphylococcus aureus

  8. Distribution and safety evaluation of deoxynivalenol and its derivatives throughout the wheat product processing chain

    • Food Research International
      • Natural toxins
      • Mycotoxins

  9. Identification of mycotoxins in yogurt samples using an optimized QuEChERS extraction and UHPLC-MS/MS detection

    • Mycotoxin Research

    • Yogurt, a milk-derived product, is susceptible to mycotoxin contamination. While various methods have been developed for the analysis of dairy products, only a few have been specifically validated for yogurt. In addition, these methods are primarily focus on detecting aflatoxins and zearalenone. This study aimed to conduct a preliminary investigation into the presence of regulated, emerging, and modified mycotoxins in natural and oat yogurts available in the Spanish market.

      • Natural toxins
      • Aflatoxins
      • Mycotoxins

  10. Mycotoxigenic Fusarium species and zearalenone concentration in commercial maize kernels in northern Ghana

    • Mycotoxin Research

    • The fungal genus Fusarium contains many toxigenic pathogens of maize with associated yield losses, reduction of grain quality, and accumulation of mycotoxins in harvested grains.

      • Natural toxins
      • Mycotoxins

  11. Droplet digital PCR and real-time PCR for the sensitive and specific detection of Vibrio vulnificus based on the novel target genes

    • European Food Research and Technology

    • Vibrio vulnificus poses a significant risk to public health due to its high pathogenicity and mortality rates as a common seafood-borne pathogen. Therefore, rapid, accurate, and specific detection methods for V. vulnificus are crucial for ensuring human safety and minimizing economic losses. This study identified vvhA and vv08030 as promising targets for V. vulnificus detection using bioinformatics screening and PCR analysis.

      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Vibrio

  12. Effects of at-home-preparation on the risk of foodborne illness in Japan: Analysis of quantitative microbial risk assessment of Escherichia coli O157:H7, Salmonella Typhimurium, Listeria monocytogenes, and Campylobacter jeju

    • Microbial Risk Analysis
      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Campylobacter
      • Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli
      • Listeria monocytogenes
      • Salmonella

  13. Impact of silver nanoparticles active packaging on the behavior of Listeria monocytogenes and other microbial groups during ripening and storage of Canastra cheeses

    • Food Control
      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Listeria monocytogenes

  14. High prevalence and genomic features of multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica isolated from chilled broiler chicken on retail sale in the United Arab Emirates

    • International Journal of Food Microbiology
      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Salmonella

  15. Bacterial community structure of Physalis peruviana L. fruit exocarp and the presence of pathogens with possible implications on food safety

    • Frontiers in Plant Science

    • IntroductionCape gooseberry (Physalis peruviana L.) is a wellconsumed crop in Ecuador, whose fruits are abundant in bioactive molecules.

      • Produce Safety
      • Post Harvest

  16. Bioenzymatic detoxification of mycotoxins

    • Frontiers in Microbiology

    • Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites produced during the growth, storage, and transportation of crops contaminated by fungi and are physiologically toxic to humans and animals. Aflatoxin, zearalenone, deoxynivalenol, ochratoxin, patulin, and fumonisin are the most common mycotoxins and can cause liver and nervous system damage, immune system suppression, and produce carcinogenic effects in humans and animals that have consumed contaminated food.

      • Natural toxins
      • Aflatoxins
      • Mycotoxins

  17. Citrinin Provoke DNA Damage and Cell-Cycle Arrest Related to Chk2 and FANCD2 Checkpoint Proteins in Hepatocellular and Adenocarcinoma Cell Lines

    • Toxins

    • Citrinin (CIT), a polyketide mycotoxin produced by Penicillium, Aspergillus, and Monascus species, is a contaminant that has been found in various food commodities and was also detected in house dust. Several studies showed that CIT can impair the kidney, liver, heart, immune, and reproductive systems in animals by mechanisms so far not completely elucidated.

      • Natural toxins
      • Mycotoxins

  18. Inflammatory responses in Atlantic lumpfish (Cyclopterus lumpus L.) after intraperitoneal injection of a vaccine against Aeromonas salmonicida and Vibrio salmonicida at different water temperatures

    • Journal of Fish Diseases

    • Abstract Studying inflammatory responses induced by vaccination can contribute to a more detailed understanding of underlying immune mechanisms in lumpfish (Cyclopterus lumpus). Tissue samples from lumpfish intraperitoneally immunized with a divalent oil‐adjuvanted vaccine (Aeromonas salmonicida and Vibrio salmonicida) at water temperatures of 5, 10, and 15°C were collected at 630 day degrees and 18 weeks post injection.

      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Vibrio

  19. Pre-existing autoimmune disease as a risk factor for immune-related adverse events in cancer patients receiving immune checkpoint inhibitors

    • PLOS ONE

    • by Hidetoshi Sumimoto, Satoshi Noda, Hiroyoshi Koide, Yutaro Douke, Kosuke Sakai, Akihito Nishikawa, Azumi Tomioka, Maki Hori, Hiromi Nakato, Yuri Kimura, Aya Tokuda, Atsushi Takano, Koji Teramoto, Satoshi Murata, Yataro Daigo

      • Viruses
      • Hepatitis

  20. First identified Toxoplasma gondii Type I in market-sold ducks in Fujian province, China: a significant for public health

    • Poultry Science
      • Parasites
      • Toxoplasma gondii

  21. Causal relationship between gut microbiota and constipation: a bidirectional Mendelian randomization study

    • Frontiers in Microbiology

    • BackgroundConstipation is a prevalent gastrointestinal disorder affecting approximately 15% of the global population, leading to significant healthcare burdens. Emerging evidence suggests that gut microbiota plays a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of constipation, although causality remains uncertain due to potential confounding factors in observational studies.

      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Vibrio

  22. A detailed analysis of 16S rRNA gene sequencing and conventional PCR-based testing for the diagnosis of bacterial pathogens and discovery of novel bacteria

    • Antonie van Leeuwenhoek

    • This study represents the first analysis of the bacterial community in chickens affected by swollen head syndrome, utilizing 16S rRNA gene sequencing. Samples were obtained from clinical laying chickens and were examined for the presence of Avibacterium paragallinarum (APG) and Ornithobacterium rhinotracheale (ORT) using conventional polymerase chain reaction (PCR).

      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Staphylococcus aureus

  23. In silico identification and functional study of long non-coding RNA involved in acute hepatopancreatic necrosis disease caused by Vibrio parahaemolyticus infection in white shrimp, Litopenaeus vannamei

    • Fish & Shellfish Immunology
      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Vibrio

  24. Changes in the ability of Listeria monocytogenes to resist thermal treatment and simulated gastric condition after exposure to sequential stresses in minced meat

    • Food Research International
      • Bacterial pathogens
      • Listeria monocytogenes

  25. Investigation of ochratoxin A in air-dry-cured hams

    • Meat Science
      • Natural toxins
      • Mycotoxins