Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Jingrong Gao, Shan He, Anindya Nag, Jonathan Woon Chung Wong
Summary: This paper provides a comprehensive review on the detection of aflatoxin compounds using carbon allotrope-based sensors, focusing on the utilization of carbon nanotubes and graphene for their enhanced sensitivity and selectivity. It highlights significant examples of these sensors measuring Aflatoxin M1 and Aflatoxin B1 compounds at low concentrations, while also discussing the challenges associated with current sensors in this field.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Sergio Forcada, Adrian Sanchez-Visedo, Candela Melendreras, Mario Menendez-Miranda, Jose M. Costa-Fernandez, Luis J. Royo, Ana Soldado
Summary: In this study, a competitive phosphorescent immunosensor was developed for the quantification of AFM1 in milk. The immunosensor utilized Mn:ZnS quantum dots as photoluminescent labels and exhibited a low detection limit and good accuracy.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Magdalena Cuciureanu, Cristina Tuchilus, Anca Vartolomei, Bogdan Ionel Tamba, Lorena Filip
Summary: Ochratoxins, known for their nephrotoxicity, hepatotoxicity, and carcinogenicity, contaminate plant and animal foods, reaching body fluids upon ingestion. A validated competitive direct enzyme immunoassay method was used to determine ochratoxin A in colostrum and cow's milk, showing linearity and high recovery. This method is recommended for detecting micro-pollutants in foods and biological fluids.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
E. Unlu, G. Turna Saltoglue, G. Unlu, H. Tozak Yildiz
Summary: This study determined the AFM1 levels in breast milk samples collected from mothers who gave birth in Kirsehir, Turkey. The results showed that the AFM1 levels in breast milk were lower in mothers who did not consume milk, mothers consuming fabrication milk had lower AFM1 levels compared to mothers consuming homemade milk (p<0.01), and mothers consuming homemade or self-made bread had lower AFM1 levels (p<0.05).
EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
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Food Science & Technology
Zhoumei Huang, Zaixi Shu, Anhong Xiao, Fuwei Pi, Yanbin Li, Huang Dai, Jiahua Wang
Summary: In this study, a simple, sensitive, and specific colorimetric immunoassay based on gold nanoparticles was proposed for quantitatively detecting Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) contamination. The method utilizing Prussian blue as a probe achieved linear detection of AFB1 concentration with a limit of 0.35 ng/mL. Acceptable recovery rates were obtained in spiked rice flour samples, showing potential for AFB1 evaluation in the food industry.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Chen Deng, Hui Li, Sihua Qian, Pan Fu, Hualan Zhou, Jianping Zheng, Yuhui Wang
Summary: Fluorescence lateral flow assays (FLFAs) have gained significant attention due to their low cost, rapid screening, and on-site detection. The development of high-performance label probes is crucial for improving detection limits. In this study, fluorescent carbon nanobeads (FCNBs) were introduced as a new label probe for FLFAs. The FCNBs exhibited excellent properties such as water solubility, high emissivity, and easy surface functionalization. By modifying biomolecules onto the FCNBs, lateral flow test strips were constructed for the detection of foodborne toxins and pathogenic bacteria. The proposed FCNB-based FLFAs showed lower detection limits compared to most reported methods and were successfully applied for the quantitative and rapid screening of target analytes in food samples.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaoyu Liu, Fangkun Zhao, Xianghong Wang, Shuiping Chen, Jingyi Qu, Yaxin Sang
Summary: In this study, Bacillus pumilus E-1-1-1 isolated from feces of 38 kinds of animals was found to have the ability to degrade aflatoxin M1 (AFM1). By conducting whole genome sequencing and proteomics, it was confirmed that eight genes in Bacillus pumilus E-1-1-1 were capable of degrading AFM1, with the most degrading proteins being oxidoreductases.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Marzieh Hajmohammadi, Reza Valizadeh, Abassali Naserian, Mohammad E. Nourozi, Carlos A. F. Oliveira
Summary: The study found that using raw mineral clays with appropriate particle sizes can effectively reduce the content of AFM(1) in dairy cow milk, with a reduction effect equivalent to commercial adsorbents. This method can provide a more economical alternative to reduce the transfer rate of AFM(1) to dairy cow milk.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DAIRY TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Riikka Peltomaa, Asmaa Abbas, Tapani Yli-Mattila, Urpo Lamminmaki
Summary: Due to the high carcinogenicity and economic implications of aflatoxins, developing a noncompetitive immunoassay for rapid and simple detection of aflatoxins is of great importance. In this study, a noncompetitive immunoassay based on a monoclonal capture antibody and a unique antiimmunocomplex (anti-IC) antibody fragment was developed, enabling the detection of aflatoxins with a low detection limit.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Xinyi Mao, Binger Yu, Zijing Li, Zepeng Li, Guoqing Shi
Summary: Studies have shown that oriented immobilization of antibodies improves sensitivity in sandwich immunoassays for protein detection, but has limited effect on competitive immunoassays for small molecule detection. However, this method can enhance detection precision and matrix tolerance.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
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Food Science & Technology
I Salazar, I Lopez, P. Glorio-Paulet, C. Gomez
Summary: Limited research on aflatoxin contamination in Peru focused on detecting AFB(1) and AFM(1) levels, with a study conducted in a typical intensive dairy farm in Northern Peru revealing seasonal variations. The study found that December had higher levels of AFM(1) contamination in milk and AFB(1) in feedstuffs. Commonly used feedstuffs like maize, soybean meal, and whole soybean showed varying levels of AFB(1) contamination.
WORLD MYCOTOXIN JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Honglin Yan, Xiaoqian Tang, Xiaohan Liu, Yating Zheng, Minhui Zhang, Yueju Zhao, Qi Zhang
Summary: In this study, we explored the feasibility of developing immunoassay technology with a linear carrier to create a simpler and cheaper rapid immunoassay. Aflatoxins were selected as the focus of research due to their highly toxic and carcinogenic nature. We found that mercerized cotton and Dyneema line showed high-signal values and relatively low background noise, making them suitable for further development and competitive immunoassay research.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Abu Hasan Sumon, Farjana Islam, Nayan Chandra Mohanto, Rahanuma Raihanu Kathak, Noyan Hossain Molla, Sohel Rana, Gisela H. Degen, Nurshad Ali
Summary: The study revealed that 78.6% of milk and dairy products in Bangladesh were contaminated with AFM(1) in concentrations ranging from 5.0 to 198.7 ng/L. However, yogurt and milk powder samples had lower levels of AFM(1) below the EU regulatory limit for milk. This highlights the need for further monitoring of aflatoxin contamination in milk and dairy products in Bangladesh.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Xinfa Cai, Meijuan Liang, Fei Ma, Sherif Ramzy Mohamed, Amira Abdel Goda, Dawood H. Dawood, Li Yu, Peiwu Li
Summary: A direct competitive nanozyme-linked immunosorbent assay based on MnO2 nanosheets as a nanozyme label was developed for highly sensitive determination of fumonisin B-1. The method showed a wide linear range, low detection limit, high accuracy, and good consistency with the reference method for screening FB1 in cereals.
ANALYTICAL METHODS
(2021)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Shuang Peng, Kai Li, Yi-xuan Wang, Lin Li, Yun-Hui Cheng, Zhou Xu
Summary: A novel Porphyrin NanoMoFs (NanoPCN-223(Fe)) was synthesized with excellent dispersion and peroxidase-like activity, and used to construct Ed-MOFLISA for sensitive detection of AFB1 in milk. The method displayed a broad quantitative range and low detection limit, with good recovery for spiked peanut and soy milk.
ANALYTICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ivana Varenina, Nina Bilandzic, Luka Cvetnic, Blazenka Kos, Durdica Bozic, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic, Zeljko Cvetnic
FOOD ADDITIVES AND CONTAMINANTS PART A-CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS CONTROL EXPOSURE & RISK ASSESSMENT
(2015)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nina Bilandzic, Durdica Bozic, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic, Ivana Varenina, Luka Cvetnic, Zeljko Cvetnic
Article
Food Science & Technology
Nina Bilandzic, Ivana Varenina, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic, Durdica Bozic, Maja Dokic, Marija Sedak, Sanin Tankovic, Dalibor Potocnjak, Zeljko Cvetnic
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nina Bilandzic, Marija Sedak, Bruno Calopek, Durdica Bozic Luburic, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic, Ivana Varenina, Maja Dokic, Ivana Kmetic, Teuta Murati
BULLETIN OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY
(2016)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ivana Varenina, Nina Bilandzic, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic, Durdica Bozic, Marija Sedak, Maja Dokic, Ines Varga
FOOD ADDITIVES AND CONTAMINANTS PART A-CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS CONTROL EXPOSURE & RISK ASSESSMENT
(2016)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Nina Bilandzic, Sanin Tankovic, Vedrana Jelusic, Ivana Varenina, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic, Durdica Bozic Luburic, Zeljko Cvetnic
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nina Bilandzic, Ivana Tlak Gajger, Marina Kosanovic, Bruno Calopek, Marija Sedak, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic, Ivana Varenina, Durdica Bozic Luburic, Ines Varga, Maja Dokic
Article
Toxicology
Nina Bilandzic, Ivana Varenina, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic, Durdica Bozic Luburic, Ines Varga, Blazenka Zeljezic, Luka Cvetnic, Miroslav Benic, Sanin Tankovic, Zeljko Cvetnic
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nina Bilandzic, Marija Sedak, Bruno Calopek, Maja Dokic, Ivana Varenina, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic, Durdica Bozic Luburic, Ines Varga, Miroslav Benic, Alessandra Roncarati
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nina Bilandzic, Jozica Dolenc, Ksenija Sinigoj Gacnik, Ivana Varenina, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic
FOOD ADDITIVES & CONTAMINANTS PART B-SURVEILLANCE
(2013)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
B. Solomun, N. Bilandzic, I. Varenina, G. Scortichini
FOOD ADDITIVES AND CONTAMINANTS PART A-CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS CONTROL EXPOSURE & RISK ASSESSMENT
(2011)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
B. Solomun Kolanovic, N. Bilandzic, I. Varenina
FOOD ADDITIVES AND CONTAMINANTS PART A-CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS CONTROL EXPOSURE & RISK ASSESSMENT
(2011)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Nina Bilandzic, Durdica Bozic, Maja Dokic, Marija Sedak, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic, Ivana Varenina, Zeljko Cvetnic
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Durdica Bozic Luburic, Nina Bilandzic, Ivana Varenina, Ines Varga, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic, Darija Vrataric, Ivana Radojcic Redovnikovic
Summary: The use of NSAIDs in animal husbandry for food production has increased due to raised awareness of animal welfare issues, leading to a need for monitoring NSAID residues in animal products. A method for simultaneous analysis of 27 NSAIDs in milk and muscle samples was developed and validated, revealing quantifiable residues for diclofenac, ketoprofen, and salicylic acid mainly in milk samples.
FOOD ADDITIVES AND CONTAMINANTS PART A-CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS CONTROL EXPOSURE & RISK ASSESSMENT
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nina Bilandzic, Marija Sedak, Maja Dokic, Ivana Varenina, Bozica Solomun Kolanovic, Durdica Bozic, Mate Brstilo, Branimir Simic
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2014)
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Food Science & Technology
Ewelina Bigoraj, Iwona Kozyra, Agnieszka Kaupke, Zbigniew Osinski, James Lowther, Artur Rzezutka
Summary: The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of human enteric viruses in mussels sold on the Polish market and study the fecal contamination of shellfish. The study found that human enteric viruses were commonly present in shellfish, with norovirus being the most frequently detected. The study also observed a seasonal distribution pattern of viruses in shellfish samples.
Editorial Material
Food Science & Technology
Bojan Blagojevic, Lis Alban Denmark
Article
Food Science & Technology
Indy Magnus, Fatemeh Abbasi, Hugo Thienpont, Lien Smeesters
Summary: Food safety and quality are increasingly important in our society, driving the development of novel optical food sensing technologies. However, current optical sensing technologies are often limited in their sensitivity and product variability. In this study, we developed a novel pistachio nut screening methodology using fluorescence spectroscopy and advanced chemometrics to simultaneously detect shells, tree parts, and aflatoxins. By optimizing hardware and software parameters, we achieved a high classification accuracy for healthy pistachio kernels.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xiaodong Wang, Jingqiang Yu, Haixia Wu, Leiying Wu, Wuyunga Borjihan, Cong Wang, Munkhjargal Burenjargal, Alideertu Dong
Summary: This study developed a novel photon-phonon coupling (PPC) cold sterilization technology and compared its effects with low-temperature pasteurization and microwave ultraviolet. The results showed that PPC effectively reduced bacterial count in raw milk with minimal impact on milk quality and nutritional composition.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Riyadh Abdulmalek Hassan, Sharina Abu Hanifah, Lee Yook Heng, Fawaz Al-badaii, Alizar Ulianas
Summary: This study used bibliometric visualisation map analysis to explore the publication outputs, trends, and hotspots for endocrine disruptors (EDMs) biosensor development in relation to mycotoxins. The analysis showed that the current literature primarily focuses on developing biosensors for detecting highly toxic and widely distributed mycotoxins in food, but there needs to be more focus on biosensors for detecting mycotoxins known as endocrine disruptors.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yajie Zheng, Jianpeng Dou, Changpo Sun, Hujun Liu, Shipei Zhang, Wenfu Wu
Summary: This study investigated the efficiency of modified SA/ll-glucan/Mt microsphere adsorbents in removing DON and ZEN from CSL. The microspheres showed high adsorption capacity, and simple and rapid regeneration was achieved without affecting the removal efficiency of mycotoxins from CSL.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Carlos Adelantado, Jose Angel Salatti-Dorado, Carlos Herrera, Lourdes Arce, Maria Jose Cardador
Summary: High-performance-ion mobility spectrometry (HPIMS) was used for the first time in the analysis of olive oil samples, following a simple liquid-liquid extraction procedure. The developed methodology is user-friendly, fast, and inexpensive, complying with the principles of green chemistry. The proposed approach, combined with multivariate analysis, showed potential in classifying olive oil samples based on their organoleptic quality, with high accuracy rates.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jia-Wen Wei, Jia-Rong He, Shi-Yi Chen, Yi-Han Guo, Xuan-Zhu Huo, Nuan Zheng, Shuo-Hui Cao, Yao-Qun Li
Summary: Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are a major cause of human cancer. This study developed a quantitative analysis method for PAH4 using the back propagation neural network (BPNN) algorithm and constant wavelength synchronous fluorescence (CWSF) spectra as the data sets. The method can predict the concentrations of PAH4 in edible oil samples without preprocessing or pre-separation. It has been proven to be a powerful tool for the rapid detection of PAH4.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Liyun Chen, Xiumei Li, Jingyi Chen, Ranxun Lin, Yuhan Mai, Yuxin Lin, Guodong Wang, Zheng Chen, Wei Zhang, Jiang Wang, Cai Yuan, Longguang Jiang, Peng Xu, Mingdong Huang
Summary: Food spoilage is primarily caused by microbial contamination. Curcumin has shown moderate antimicrobial activity as a food preservative. This study formulates curcumin with zinc acetate to enhance its efficacy, resulting in Cur-Zn with increased antimicrobial activity against multiple food-contaminating bacteria and fungi. With light illumination, the antimicrobial activity of Cur-Zn is further enhanced due to the photodynamic inactivation (PDI) effect.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Marta Pilar Ortiz-Moriano, Gonzalo Machado-Schiaffino, Eva Garcia-Vazquez, Alba Ardura
Summary: Mislabelling in the global fisheries sector raises concerns about the identity, safety, and sustainability of seafood products. This study examined mislabelling in shrimps and prawns sold in the Spanish market and assessed potential risks of heavy metal ingestion.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Doyeon Kim, Jinwoo Kim, Minsik Kim
Summary: This study demonstrates the enhanced bactericidal activity of engineered lysins fused with amphipathic antimicrobial peptides against Gram-negative bacterium Cronobacter sakazakii. The fusion lysins are capable of disrupting bacterial cells and significantly reducing the risk of infection within a certain range of temperature and pH. Additionally, the study also shows the bactericidal effect of these fusion lysins against other Gram-negative pathogens.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Seul-Ki Park, Kyung-Jin Cho, Du-Min Jo, Young-Mog Kim
Summary: This study presents a new approach for detecting pathogenic Vibrio spp. in contaminated seafood, which combines PCR with a simplified DNA extraction process and pre-culturing step. The method has been validated and shown to be efficient, time-saving, and highly sensitive, offering a potential alternative for improving safety measures in the food industry.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Suwimol Surareungchai, Chaleeda Borompichaichartkul, Chitsiri Rachtanapun, Nutthachai Pongprasert, Pongphen Jitareerat, Varit Srilaong
Summary: This study builds upon previous research and focuses on risk assessment and analysis in the organic salad industry. The results show that previous risk matrix models can be adapted for various raw materials, and preventive control plans can be applied across different aspects of the production process.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xuan Zhang, Changling Fang, Xiaoyi Lou, Feng Han, Siman Li, Yongfu Shi, Dongmei Huang
Summary: This study aimed to assess the levels of Biogenic amines (BAs) in four common food types in the Chinese market. It was found that cheese and seafood derived product showed higher levels of BAs, and the histamine level in mackerel and yellow rice wine exceeded the limits.
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Food Science & Technology
Martina Foschi, Alessandra Biancolillo, Federico Marini, Francesco Cosentino, Francesca Di Donato, Angelo Antonio D'Archivio
Summary: This study aimed to develop a potentially non-destructive and routine-compatible method for the geographical traceability of high-valued Italian chickpeas. By analyzing the spectral information of the outer and inner parts of the kernels, it was found that the spectral analysis of the outer part yielded accurate and reliable results, indicating the possibility of non-destructive authentication.
