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Detection and Isolation of Campylobacter spp. from Raw Meat
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2024
Campylobacter is the leading cause of bacterial foodborne gastroenteritis worldwide. Despite establishments enacting measures to reduce the prevalence throughout their facilities, contaminated products consistently reach consumers. The technique developed over the past twelve years addresses limitations of existing methods for isolating and detecting Campylobacter spp. from raw meat.
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Species Determination and Quantitation in Mixtures Using MRM Mass Spectrometry of Peptides Applied to Meat Authentication
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2016
We present a protocol for identifying and quantifying the components in mixtures of species possessing similar proteins. Mass spectrometry detects peptides for identification, and gives relative quantitation by ratios of peak areas. As a tool food for fraud detection, the method can detect 1% horse in beef.
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Introducing an Angle Adjustable Cutting Box for Analyzing Slice Shear Force in Meat
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2013
Slice shear force is a reference method for beef texture analysis. Using an angle adjustable cutting box could increase its accuracy for research purposes. The results from different locations within the longissimus muscle show a high correlation with Warner-Bratzler shear force methodology and high potential adaptability for different muscles.
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The Effect of the Application of Thyme Essential Oil on Microbial Load During Meat Drying
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2018
Microorganisms such as Escherichia coli that contaminate meat products cause foodborne illnesses. The use of essential oils in the meat drying process has not been deeply studied. Here, we present a novel method of applying thyme essential oil to meat during drying to reduce the microbial load in dried meat.
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Anxiety Testing
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2023
Anxiety is a commonly observed behavioral disorder that stems from fear. It is described as increased restlessness, or unpleasant feelings of fear over anticipated events. Experimenters often use rodent models to better understand anxiety disorders in humans. They use different paradigms, like exposing rodents to bright spaces or loud sounds, which are known to induce fear. These tests combined with other interventions such as surgery or drug-administration may assist researchers in pinpointing...
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Culture-based methods grow viable microorganisms, so they provide evidence that living organisms are present in the sample. PCR instead detects pathogen-specific genetic material, which can identify a target without relying on growth. Because these approaches measure different biological signals, comparing their findings can strengthen interpretation of hazards such as Salmonella or pathogenic Escherichia coli.
Aseptic sampling helps prevent microorganisms from the surroundings, equipment, or handling process from entering the specimen and distorting the result. Homogenization makes the collected meat sample more uniform before testing, allowing the analytical portion to better represent the material examined. Together, these preparation steps support more reliable comparisons among samples and testing methods.
Interpretation depends on which indicator the method measures. A culture result concerns viable organisms, whereas PCR detects pathogen-specific genetic material. Chemical and sensory findings add evidence about spoilage or contamination but represent different aspects of quality. Considering the method and evidence type prevents researchers from treating every positive result as the same biological outcome.
A typical workflow begins with aseptic collection of a meat sample, followed by homogenization. The prepared material can then undergo culture-based analysis or a molecular assay such as PCR. Chemical and sensory analyses may supplement those tests. This sequence connects careful sampling with laboratory evidence used to evaluate microorganisms, contamination, and quality indicators.
Testing supports several stages of meat production and oversight. It can identify hazards, verify processing and hygiene controls, monitor shelf life, and provide evidence for regulatory decisions. Repeated examination across production systems also strengthens surveillance, helping organizations track food safety conditions rather than relying only on a single observation or isolated sample.
The results can indicate whether organisms of concern, including Salmonella and pathogenic Escherichia coli, are detected, while chemical and sensory analyses contribute information about spoilage or contamination. In biology and food science, these findings connect microbial evidence with broader quality assessment. The combined information helps evaluate potential foodborne disease risk and the effectiveness of control measures.