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EXPERIMENTAL METHODS IN CONSUMER PREFERENCE STUDIES [PDF]
Controlled experimental auctions can be used to elicit preferences for food products. We describe results from two series of experiments in which subjects revealed their willingness-to-pay for safer food.
Fox, John A.+3 more
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Inactivation of Escherichia coli ATCC 25922 and Saccharomyces cerevisiae IMR-R-L 962 in grapefruit [Citrus paradisi (Macf.)] juice by UV-C light: changes in bioactive compounds and quality characteristics [PDF]
The viability of UV-C treatment (0.0-2.36 J/cm²) at 254 nm as a non-thermal preservation process for grapefruit juice on microbial inactivation, the organic acids and individual flavonoids, as well as the quality characteristics (pH, ºBrix, titratable ...
la Cava, Enzo Luciano Marcelo+1 more
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Counterpoint on food irradiation
Dr. Steele's extensive argument illustrates well one side of the food irradiation controversy. The proponents and opponents are involved in a heated debate. I am not opposed to the technology, but I am opposed to food irradiation as public policy until the proponents and the manufacturers are willing to answer some important questions.
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Effect of Electron Beam Generated X-ray Pretreatment on Postharvest Storage Quality of the Mushroom Agaricus bisporus [PDF]
This study investigated the effect of electron beam generated X-ray (EBGX) irradiation at different doses (0, 0.3, 0.6, 0.9 and 1.2 kGy) on the storage quality of harvested Agaricus bisporus at (15 ± 1) ℃. The results indicated that EBGX-treated mushroom
CUI Yuan, ZHONG Yuanyuan, YU Jiangtao, BAI Junqing, MA Ji, LI Mei
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Appropriate technology for sustainable food security: [PDF]
CONTENTS: Brief 1. Overview / Per Pinstrup-Andersen Brief 2. Farmer-Based Agro-Ecological Technology / Jules Pretty Brief 3. Conventional Research-Based Technology / Prabhu Pingali Brief 4. Modern Biotechnology / Calestous Juma Brief 5. Modern Technology
Pinstrup-Andersen, Per, ed.
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This study explores a new eco-friendly approach for developing bioactive gelatin films using UV-C irradiation-induced photo-crosslinking. Riboflavin, a food-grade photoinitiator, was selected at an optimal concentration of 1.25% (w/w) for crosslinking ...
Jumana Mahmud+4 more
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Effects of gamma radiation on the biological, physico-chemical, nutritional and antioxidant parameters of chestnuts - a review [PDF]
Gamma radiation has been used as a post-harvest food preservation process for many years. Chestnuts are a seasonal product consumed fresh or processed, and gamma irradiation emerged recently as a possible alternative technology for their post-harvest ...
Antonio, Amilcar L.+5 more
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Combined Irradiation-Heat Processing of Canned Foods [PDF]
Lloyd L. Kempe+2 more
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Several methods for preserving food, particularly fresh fruit, aim to extend shelf life without compromising nutritional value. Food preservation technology utilizing irradiation techniques ensures food safety and stability by eliminating microbes and ...
Rieka Arkaninto Adeska+6 more
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Irradiation of spices - a review
Food irradiation is a process of exposing food to ionising radiation such as gamma rays emitted from the radioisotopes 60Co and 137Cs, or high energy electrons and X-rays produced by machine sources.
Jana Sádecká
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