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A Review on Mycotoxins and Microfungi in Spices in the Light of the Last Five Years [PDF]

open access: yes, 2020
Spices are imported worldwide mainly from developing countries with tropical and/or subtropical climate. Local conditions, such as high temperature, heavy rainfall, and humidity, promote fungal growth leading to increased occurrence of mycotoxins in ...
Vladimir Ostry   +4 more
core   +1 more source

Production of bioethanol from residual barley and utilization of fermentation co‐products in animal nutrition

open access: yesEnvironmental Progress &Sustainable Energy, EarlyView.
Abstract The search for sustainable alternatives for bioethanol production has encouraged the valorization of agro‐industrial residues. This study evaluated the use of residual barley as a feedstock for bioethanol production and as a potential ingredient for ruminant feed.
Gabrielle Fusiger Berwian   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Carcinogenic Mycotoxins*

open access: yes, 2010
Mycotoxins are metabolites of molds considered to be a major risk factor affecting human and animal health. It is estimated that 25% of the world’s crop production is contaminated with mycotoxins. Mold contamination occurs extensively in fields and is particularly severe in tropical countries.
Peraica, Maja, Domijan, Ana-Marija
openaire   +2 more sources

In Vitro Characterization of Technological and Health‐Promoting Properties of Enterocin Producing Lactic Acid Bacteria From Camel Milk and Its Suitability as a Dairy Starter

open access: yesFood Chemistry International, EarlyView.
Enterocin‐producing Enterococcus faecium RSCUDR7 from camel milk exhibited strong probiotic and antimicrobial properties, along with stability in skim milk. Its suitability as a safe and effective dairy starter highlights its potential for developing functional probiotic dairy products.
Rahul Singhal   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Development of ELISA and Lateral Flow Immunoassays for Ochratoxins (OTA and OTB) Detection Based on Monoclonal Antibody

open access: yesFrontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 2020
Ochratoxins were important secondary metabolites secreted by fungi, and OTA and OTB are mainly significant mycotoxin, having toxic effects on humans and animals.
Mohamed Hassan Fadlalla   +22 more
doaj   +1 more source

aflN Is Involved in the Biosynthesis of Aflatoxin and Conidiation in Aspergillus flavus

open access: yesToxins, 2021
Aspergillus flavus poses a threat to society economy and public health due to aflatoxin production. aflN is a gene located in the aflatoxin gene cluster, but the function of AflN is undefined in Aspergillus flavus.
Kunzhi Jia   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Contamination and Health Risk Assessment of Multiple Mycotoxins in Edible and Medicinal Plants [PDF]

open access: yes, 2023
Edible and medicinal plants (EMPs) are widely used but are easily infected by harmful fungi which produce mycotoxins. Herein, 127 samples from 11 provinces were collected to investigate 15 mycotoxins based on geographic, demographic, processing, and risk
Tianyu Liu   +7 more
core   +1 more source

Pulsed Light Technology in Food Safety and Preservation: Principles, Applications, and Future Directions

open access: yesFood Chemistry International, EarlyView.
Pulsed light technology uses short high‐intensity broad‐spectrum flashes (200–1100 nm) to inactivate microbes via DNA damage. It preserves food quality, extends shelf life, and works on liquids, meats, and produce, often combined with other hurdles for enhanced efficacy.
Abdul Mueez Ahmad   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Bioactive compounds in insects—Composition, extraction, functionality, food applications, and safety concerns

open access: yesFood Biomacromolecules, EarlyView.
This review synthesizes 94 studies (2000–2025) exploring edible insects as sustainable sources of peptides, lipids, and chitin. Utilizing “green” extraction, these bioactives offer antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits for functional foods. However, addressing safety concerns like allergenicity and heavy metals through standardized frameworks remains ...
Blessing Rachael Adeyeye   +1 more
wiley   +1 more source

Food Contamination and Safety in Nigeria: A Systematic Synthesis of Heavy Metals, Microbial Pathogens, and Health Risk Metrics

open access: yesFood Safety and Health, EarlyView.
This is an infographic driver of food contaminants and health effects. ABSTRACT Food safety remains a critical challenge in Nigeria due to rapid urbanization and weak regulatory enforcement. This systematic review synthesizes empirical evidence from 2015 to 2025 to characterize food contaminant profiles and associated human health risks in Nigeria ...
Cecilia Nwadiuto Obasi   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

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