Spoilt food soon a thing of the past?
Friday, August 19, 2011 - 18:30
in Mathematics & Economics
Unwanted bacteria, yeasts and molds can cause major problems for the food industry as well as consumers. Researchers have now developed new methods to identify potential sources of contamination. Using a spectrometer, the researchers are able to detect undesirable microorganisms in finished products and trace them back to the various steps in the production process.