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<OL> <LI>To research chemical interventions for eliminating pathogenic and spoilage bacteria from poultry products. <LI> To identify and evaluate biological interventions, such as competitive exclusion or biologically derived molecules, for eliminating pathogenic bacteria from poultry processing equipment surfaces and products. <LI> To evaluate novel thermal processes for eliminating pathogens and extending shelf-life of poultry products. <LI> To research novel engineering approaches for producing safer poultry products. <LI> To evaluate USFDA approved ingredients to enhance acceptability of poultry products. <LI> To produce poultry products with application for developed and undeveloped countries.
NON-TECHNICAL SUMMARY: There are an estimated 60 to 80 million individuals who contract foodborne illness each year leading to approximately 5,000 deaths. The annual costs of foodborne illness in the U.S. are estimated at from $5 to $6 billion, including both medical costs and productivity losses. A significant percentage of these illnesses is due to pathogenic bacteria associated with poultry meat. In addition, the maintenance of poultry quality and development of poultry products that can assist in meeting the needs of inhabitants in undeveloped as well as developed countries is a top priority of this project. The intent of this multistate regional research is to efficiently use the capabilities of the cooperators and their respective facilities to achieve the project objectives that address current regional, national and global priorities that relate to poultry meat safety, quality and new product development. <P>APPROACH: Researcher will collaborate with multistate project research colleagues with similar interests to accomplish the objectives stated in #21. Research proposals will be prepared and submitted to the appropriate agencies requesting funding to accomplish the research objectives. Bi-annual S1027 research meetings will be held in January (Poultry Expo and Conference, Atlanta, GA) and July (National Poultry Science Association Conference) to discuss research progress and accomplishments.