L. Fiorani, C. Zoani
The need for more effective and powerful analytical tools and methods for assessing food quality, safety and authenticity, traceability, and sustainability of agrifood productions is nowadays more and more increasing. This is not limited to the use of innovative analytical methods but extends to the application of more comprehensive approaches and advanced data management. It also encompasses the so called "industry 4.0" and the digitalisation of the agrifood systems as the process of advanced digital technologies such as smart sensing and Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain e distributed...
7th IMEKOFOODS Conference
· TC23
· 2023
· 10.21014/tc23-2023.049
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N. Aveilla, Y. Nia, F. Becher, A. Fatihi, J.-A. Hennekinne, F. Fenaille , S. Simon, C. Feraudet Tarisse
Staphylococcal enterotoxins (SE) are responsible for frequent food poisoning outbreaks (FPO) worldwide, causing non-specific gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Detection and identification of SEs are therefore essential in the health, security and food sectors. To date, 33 SE types have been described in the literature but only five classical toxins (SEA to SEE) can be routinely detected in food via commercially available immunoassays. During the analysis of contaminated food samples, it regularly happens that genes encoding newly identified SEs are detected but...
7th IMEKOFOODS Conference
· TC23
· 2023
· 10.21014/tc23-2023.048
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L. Di Gregorio, V. Poscente, M. Costanzo, C. Nobili, R. Bernini, L. Garavaglia, A. Bevivino
The increasing focus on packaged and ready-to-eat products has enhanced the risks associated with foodborne illness, demanding the development of innovative and eco-friendly antibiofilm solutions and advanced microbiological monitoring systems. The combined action of probiotics with natural bioactive compounds incorporated in active packaging represents an extremely promising alternative to prevent food spoilage and microbial contamination for extending products' shelf-life. This work aimed at investigating the in vitro combined efficacy of carvacrol with a pre-formed biofilm monolayer of...
7th IMEKOFOODS Conference
· TC23
· 2023
· 10.21014/tc23-2023.047
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V. Piantadosi, F. Salzano, M. Magarelli, P. Novielli, E. Pucci, R. Pareschi, S. Tangaro, C. Zoani
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has recently permeated various sectors, such as economics and medicine. However, the agri-food industry, which integrates agriculture, food processing, and distribution, has been slower in embracing these advances. The agri-food industry represents a critical sector in the global economy, contributing significantly to employment, trade, and food security. It is tasked with meeting the growing demands of an expanding population for superior-quality food products. In response to the digital advancements in agri-food systems, the World Trade...
7th IMEKOFOODS Conference
· TC23
· 2023
· 10.21014/tc23-2023.046
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K. Presser, J. Czach, A. Zolynia, Z. Waligorski, W. Kapela, A. Orzel, O. Chajdas, K. Kubala, K. Motyka, M. Faciszewkski, J. Przybyla, C. Zoani, E. Pucci, S. Cheren, N. Belc, N. M. Cito, V. M. T. Lattanzio
FoodSafety4EU is a Horizon 2020 project (Grant agreement ID: 101000613) to support the European Commission (EC) in shaping the food safety system of the future and to support the EC in its endeavour in aligning research, policy and innovation with societal needs and perspectives and improving food safety across Europe. The goal is to develop a platform to help to collaborate citizens, scientists, companies, the EC, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and food safety authorities in Europe. As part of the project, a digital platform was developed containing a website and applications to...
7th IMEKOFOODS Conference
· TC23
· 2023
· 10.21014/tc23-2023.042
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I. Coelho, S. Jesus, I. Delgado, D. Miranda, A. Rego, S. Gueifao, M. Ventura, O. Neves
Lithium's importance for electric vehicles and its Critical Raw Material status increased interest in exploring lithium deposits, particularly in Portugal. This study evaluated the C-57 mine's influence on lithium, arsenic, cadmium, thallium and lead levels in irrigation water and potato crops cultivated by the nearby population from farms near (L1) and away from the mine (L2). The results revealed significant differences between L1 and L2 for lithium and arsenic content. L1 presented higher levels of both chemical elements compared to L2. This study highlights the potential impact of active...
7th IMEKOFOODS Conference
· TC23
· 2023
· 10.21014/tc23-2023.041
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S. V. Malysheva, C. Streel, E. De Clercq, M. Andjelkovic, J. Masquelier
Tropane alkaloids (TAs) are secondary metabolites produced by a variety of plants from the families of Brassicaceae, Convolvulaceae, Moraceae and Solanaceae. It is generally believed that plants produce these phytotoxins to defend themselves against damage by herbivorous animals or other invasive organisms. TAs affect heart rate, respiration and functions in the central nervous system. TAs are considered as a food safety issue, as food crops and herbs can be contaminated with TA-containing weeds during harvest or processing. TA levels in food are regulated under Commission Regulation (EU)...
7th IMEKOFOODS Conference
· TC23
· 2023
· 10.21014/tc23-2023.040
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L. Kourimska, M. Kulma, P. Skvorova, M. Kurecka, M. Sabolova
Edible insects represent an interesting alternative source of protein and feed for animals (1). According to the latest data, there are 2111 species of edible insects that have been consumed by humans of different countries. The insect is also notable for its low greenhouse gas emissions, high feed conversion efficiency, low rearing costs, and the insect's ability to transform low-value organic by-products into high-value protein products. Insects contain 13-77 g of crude protein in 100 g of dry matter and include all essential amino acids important for a balanced diet. It also contains...
7th IMEKOFOODS Conference
· TC23
· 2023
· 10.21014/tc23-2023.039
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A. Vehar, D. Potocnik, L. Strojnik, F. Strukelj Kucan, T. Zuliani, D. Heath, U. Vrhovsek, L. Kourimska, M. Kulma, E. Heath, N. Ogrinc
The world's population is expected to increase from the current 8 billion to 9.7 billion in 2050. To ensure food and feed security, environmentally sustainable food sources need to be found. Insects can serve as an excellent novel food source due to their high protein and nutritional content, rapid growth rates, high fertility and reproduction rate, efficient feed conversion, low ecological footprint, and ability to be farmed in a relatively small area with minimal water requirements (1). Additionally, insect farming can help reduce waste by valorizing agricultural by-products. The European...
7th IMEKOFOODS Conference
· TC23
· 2023
· 10.21014/tc23-2023.045
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M. Z. Tsimidou
Saffron, which is comprised of the dried stigmas of the pistil of the, Crotus sativus L., is the most expensive spice of the world per weight unit. This plant material is recognized as the unique edible source of certain bioactive apocarotenoids for which in vivo antioxidant properties have been reported. Among them, crocins, red-orange natural colorants, and their parent molecule crocetin prevail in bioactivity significance. The material is coming from the cultivated, sterile crocus plant, which presents limited natural variability in its chemical composition. Differences in the content of...
7th IMEKOFOODS Conference
· TC23
· 2023
· 10.21014/tc23-2023.044
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