Highlight report: Mycotoxins as food contaminants in Africa—challenges and perspectives
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DOI: 10.1007/s00204-018-2203-2
Abstract: In 2050, the world population is expected to amount to 9.8 people (DESA 2015). Especially on the African continent, the population is increasing. This fact causes a food challenge which has to be faced in… read more here.
Keywords: mycotoxins food; challenge; report mycotoxins; food contaminants ... See more keywords
The potential and applicability of infrared spectroscopic methods for the rapid screening and routine analysis of mycotoxins in food crops.
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DOI: 10.1111/1541-4337.13054
Abstract: Infrared (IR) spectroscopy is increasingly being used to analyze food crops for quality and safety purposes in a rapid, nondestructive, and eco-friendly manner. The lack of sensitivity and the overlapping absorption characteristics of major sample… read more here.
Keywords: food; spectroscopy; mycotoxins food; analysis ... See more keywords
Microbial detoxification of mycotoxins in food
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DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2022.957148
Abstract: Mycotoxins are toxic secondary metabolites produced by certain genera of fungi including but not limited to Fusarium, Aspergillus, and Penicillium. Their persistence in agricultural commodities poses a significant food safety issue owing to their carcinogenic,… read more here.
Keywords: detoxification; food; detoxification mycotoxins; mycotoxins food ... See more keywords