Fundamental Food Microbiology

The golden era of food microbiology has begun. All three areas of food microbiology—beneficial, spoilage, and pathogenic microbiology—are expanding and progressing at an incredible pace. What was once a simple process of counting colonies has become a sophisticated process of sequencing complete genomes of starter cultures and use of biosensors to detect foodborne pathogens. Capturing these developments, Fundamental Food Microbiology, Fifth Edition broadens coverage of foodborne diseases to include new and emerging pathogens as well as descriptions of the mechanism of pathogenesis. Written by experts with approximately fifty years of combined experience, the book provides an in-depth understanding of how to reduce microbial food spoilage, improve intervention technologies, and develop effective control methods for different types of foods. See What’s New in the Fifth Edition: New chapter on microbial attachment and biofilm formation Bacterial quorum sensing during bacterial growth in food Novel application of bacteriophage in pathogen control and detection Substantial update on intestinal beneficial microbiota and probiotics to control pathogens, chronic diseases, and obesity Nanotechnology in food preservation Description of new pathogens such as Cronobacter sakazaki, E. coli O104:H4, Clostridium difficile, and Nipah Virus Comprehensive list of seafood-related toxins Updates on several new anti-microbial compounds such as polylysine, lactoferrin, lactoperoxidase, ovotransferrin, defensins, herbs, and spices Updates on modern processing technologies such as infrared heating and plasma technology Maintaining the high standard set by the previous bestselling editions, based feedback from students and professors, the new edition includes many more easy-to-follow figures and illustrations. The chapters are presented in a logical sequence that connects the information and allow students to easily understand and retain the concepts presented. These features and more make this a comprehensive introductory text for undergraduates as well as a valuable reference for graduate level and working professionals in food microbiology or food safety.

Maintaining the high standard set by the previous bestselling editions, Fundamental Food Microbiology, Fourth Edition presents the most up-to-date information in this rapidly growing and highly dynamic field. Revised and expanded to reflect recent advances, this edition broadens coverage of foodborne diseases to include many new and emerging

In the last few years the discipline of food microbiology has undergone a radical change. Fundamental Food Microbiology, Second Edition reflects this change and meets the need for a better understanding of food microbiology. Revised and updated, this new edition of a bestseller includes current developments in different aspects of food microbiology. The book is divided into seven sections arranged in a logical fashion to depict various areas of food microbiology. These subjects include: the history of food microbiology and microorganisms important in food; microbial growth and metabolism in food; beneficial uses of microorganisms; spoilage of foods by microorganisms and their enzymes; foodborn, pathogens associated with intoxication, infections, and toxicoinfections; control of undesirable microorganisms; and nonthermal methods and combination methods in food preservation. Tables, figures, and data are presented to provide better understanding, and a list of selected references and suggested questions have been included at the end of each chapter. Intended for use as a text for undergraduate food microbiology courses, this book also provides basic and applied information in many other areas, and can be used as a text in courses dealing with microbiology, public health, nutrition and dietetics, veterinary science, and medical science. This is a valuable reference for anyone associated with the microbiological aspects of food.

The second edition of Basic Food Microbiology follows the same general outline as the highly successful first edition. The text has been revised and updated to include as much as possible of the large body of infor mation published since the first edition appeared. Hence, foodborne ill ness now includes listeriosis as well as expanded information about Campylobacter jejuni. Among the suggestions for altering the text was to include flow sheets for food processes. The production of dairy products and beer is now depicted with flow diagrams. In 1954, Herrington made the following statement regarding a review article about lipase that he published in thejournal of Dairy Science: "Some may feel that too much has been omitted; an equal number may feel that too much has been included. So be it." The author is grateful to his family for allowing him to spend the time required for composing this text. He is especially indebted to his partner, Sally, who gave assistance in typing, editing, and proofreading the manuscript. The author also thanks all of those people who allowed the use of their information in the text, tables, and figures. Without this aid, the book would not have been possible. 1 General Aspects of Food BASIC NEEDS Our basic needs include air that contains an adequate amount of oxy· gen, water that is potable, edible food, and shelter. Food provides us with a source of energy needed for work and for various chemical reactions.

This streamlined text is perfect for students and professionals who need easily understood information about food microbiology basics. Fundamental Food Microbiology also brings you up to date quickly on the latest advances in the field. It is packed with descriptions of foodborne microbes and their effects, technological developments in food production and handling, and approaches to controlling new microbiological problems. Superbly organized, the book is divided into seven main sections: Introduction to Microbes in Food; Microbial Growth in Food; Beneficial Uses of Microorganisms in Food; Microbial Food Spoilage; Microbial Foodborne Disease; Control of Microorganisms in Food; and Appendices. Topics within chapters are also divided, facilitating reading and comprehension. Focusing on the needs of today's students, researchers, and food industry workers, Fundamental Food Microbiology goes beyond existing texts to deliver valuable, relevant information.

In order to truly understand food microbiology, it is necessary to have some experience in a laboratory. Food Microbiology Laboratory presents 18 well-tested, student-proven, and thoroughly outlined experiments for use in a one-semester introductory food microbiology course. Based on lab experiments developed for food science and microbiology cours

This widely acclaimed text covers the whole field of modern food microbiology. Now in its second edition, it has been revised and updated throughout and includes new sections on stress response, Mycobacterium spp., risk analysis and new foodborne health problems such as BSE. Food Microbiology covers the three main aspects of interaction between micro-organisms and food - spoilage, foodborne illness and fermentation - and the positive and negative features that result. It discusses the factors affecting the presence of micro-organisms in food and their capacity to survive and grow. Also included are recent developments in procedures used to assay and control the microbiological quality of food. Food Microbiology presents a thorough and accessible account of this increasingly topical subject, and is an ideal text for undergraduate courses in the biological sciences, biotechnology and food science. It will also be valuable as a reference for lecturers and researchers in these areas.