Irem Soyler
Postgraduate Research Student
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Investigating the antimicrobial efficacy of combined treatments of ultrasound and antimicrobial extract for food pathogens on salad leavesThe consumption of ready-to-eat pre-washed salad leaves has been increasing due to health benefits and convenience. However, current processing methods, such as water washing, are inadequate to eliminate pathogenic bacteria, as demonstrated by recent outbreaks linked to the consumption of such foods. Therefore, novel processing technologies and their combination need to be investigated. This project indicates that water washing of salad leaves may be enhanced by the integration of natural antimicrobial compounds and ultrasound treatment, ensuring microbiological safety while maintaining structural properties.
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The consumption of ready-to-eat pre-washed salad leaves has been increasing due to health benefits and convenience. However, current processing methods, such as water washing, are inadequate to eliminate pathogenic bacteria, as demonstrated by recent outbreaks linked to the consumption of such foods. Therefore, novel processing technologies and their combination need to be investigated. This project indicates that water washing of salad leaves may be enhanced by the integration of natural antimicrobial compounds and ultrasound treatment, ensuring microbiological safety while maintaining structural properties.