Publications
Assessment of microbial biocontrol agent (BCA) viability to mechanical and thermal stress by simulating spray application conditions Research Institute for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food
BACKGROUND: In order to improve the biological control agent (BCA) efficacy, stress factors threatening the viability of microorganisms during spray application need to be determined. The effect of spray mixture temperature and exposure time on Trichoderma harzianum T 22 and Bacillus amyloliquefaciens QST713 viability were tested. Concurrently the combined effect of mechanical and thermal stress effect on BCA viability were tested at two ...
Microbial adhesion on different bracket types in vitro KU Leuven
Sampling and identification of the dominant microbial population of presumptive biofilms in the food processing industry Research Institute for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food
A lot of bacteria are able to attach and grow on almost every surface forming complex microbial communities termed biofilms. Since they are highly resistant to multiple stress conditions and disinfectants, biofilms have become a concerned source of contamination in the industry including food processing plants. The importance and role of biofilms in persistent infections with for example spoilage organisms and pathogenic ...
Evaluation of microbial contamination of different pork carcass areas through culture-dependent and independent methods in small-scale slaughterhouses Ghent University
Effect of decontamination agents on the microbial population, sensorial quality, and nutrient content of grated carrots (Daucus carota L.) Ghent University
Systematic review and meta-analysis of the efficacy of interventions applied during primary processing to reduce microbial contamination on pig carcasses Ghent University
Intra- and inter-batch variability in raw pork challenge test studies and their consequences on model predictions Research Institute for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food KU Leuven Ghent University
The purpose of this study was to conduct challenge studies in raw pork by strictly following all aspects of the 2014 EURL technical guidance document for conducting shelf-life studies on Listeria monocytogenes. Growth potential was assessed on three batches of self-cut pork chops and one batch of in-house prepared pure minced pork without any additives in air and MAP (70 % O2/30% CO2) packaging. Pork chops did not support the growth of the ...