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Research Project: Development of Alternative Intervention Technologies for Fresh or Minimally Processed Foods

Location: Food Safety and Intervention Technologies Research

Title: Cold plasma inactivation of human pathogens on foods and regulatory status update

Author
item Niemira, Brendan
item AZIZOGLU, REHA - Campbell Soup Research

Submitted to: Annual Meeting of the Institute of Food Technologists
Publication Type: Abstract Only
Publication Acceptance Date: 3/1/2017
Publication Date: 6/25/2017
Citation: Niemira, B.A., Azizoglu, R. 2017. Cold plasma inactivation of human pathogens on foods and regulatory status update.[Abstract]. Annual Meeting of the Institute of Food Technologists., Las Vegas, NV., Volume 1, Page 1.

Interpretive Summary:

Technical Abstract: Contamination of foods with human pathogens such as Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, Escherichia coli O157:H7, norovirus, and other pathogens is an ongoing challenge for growers and processors. In recent years, cold plasma has emerged as a promising antimicrobial treatment for fresh and fresh-cut produce, nuts, spices, seeds, and other foods. As a waterless, chemical-free sanitation method, cold plasma technologies are being pursued along multiple tracks. This presentation will provide an up-to-date summary of cold plasma research and development – its efficacy, impact on product quality, likely commercial applications, regulatory status, and key challenges for the future.