Category: Innovation in Agriculture and Food Science

  • Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) bioluminescence assay works by detecting ATP produced by pathogens through a physicochemical reaction. ATP, often referred to as the energy currency of cells, is a key organic molecule responsible for storing and transferring energy in all living organisms. The presence of ATP in food and on food preparation surfaces indicates possible microbial…

  • Food irradiation is a process that carefully exposes food to ionizing radiation, such as X-rays or gamma rays, to eliminate harmful pathogens like Salmonella spp., Escherichia coli, and Campylobacter, which can cause foodborne illnesses. This exposure damages the DNA or RNA of microorganisms, ultimately leading to their destruction (Farkas, 2006; Matallana-Surget & Wattiez, 2013; Institute…