Economics of food irradiation: Comparison between electron accelerators and cobalt-60

Morrison, Rosanna Mentzer

doi:10.1016/1359-0197(90)90295-s

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“…Cobalt-60, the most prevalent source of ionizing radiation for food irradiation, is a radioactive isotope that emits gamma rays capable of penetrating deep into food products to destroy harmful microorganisms. Cesium-137 is another source of ionizing radiation, although it is less commonly used than cobalt-60 is [28]. In addition, electron-beam accelerators are used for food irradiation.…”

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Meat Irradiation: A Comprehensive Review of Its Impact on Food Quality and Safety

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Irawan

Subroto

2023

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Food irradiation is a proven method commonly used for enhancing the safety and quality of meat. This technology effectively reduces the growth of microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria, and parasites. It also increases the lifespan and quality of products by delaying spoilage and reducing the growth of microorganisms. Irradiation does not affect the sensory characteristics of meats, including color, taste, and texture, as long as the appropriate dose is used. However, its influence on the chemical and nutritional aspects of meat is complex as it can alter amino acids, fatty acids, and vitamins as well as generate free radicals that cause lipid oxidation. Various factors, including irradiation dose, meat type, and storage conditions, influence the impact of these changes. Irradiation can also affect the physical properties of meat, such as tenderness, texture, and water-holding capacity, which is dose-dependent. While low irradiation doses potentially improve tenderness and texture, high doses negatively affect these properties by causing protein denaturation. This research also explores the regulatory and public perception aspects of food irradiation. Although irradiation is authorized and controlled in many countries, its application is controversial and raises concerns among consumers. Food irradiation is reliable for improving meat quality and safety but its implication on the chemical, physical, and nutritional properties of products must be considered when determining the appropriate dosage and usage. Therefore, more research is needed to better comprehend the long-term implications of irradiation on meat and address consumer concerns.

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Section: Sources and Principles Of Food Irradiationmentioning

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Meat Irradiation: A Comprehensive Review of Its Impact on Food Quality and Safety

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Irawan

Subroto

2023

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“…Os principais custos na irradiação estão divididos em custos de capital, operacionais e de processamento (KUNSTADT et al, 1993;SHUBERT, 1974 (KUNSTADT et al, 1993). Um estudo feito na década de 1990, pelo instituto de agronomia dos EUA, apresentou o fato de que neste país o custo agregado por quilo de alimento irradiado com fonte de cobalto-60, corresponde de 1 a 15 centavos de dólar, levando-se em consideração uma produção e consumo de 23 milhões de dólares (MORRISON, 1990).…”

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Efeito da radiação ionizante em diferentes tipos de farinhas utilizadas em tecnologia de panificação

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À minha orientadora, Dra. Nélida Lucia Del Mastro, pela orientação e esclarecimentos no decorrer deste trabalho, pela paciência e auxílio.Ao Dr. Carlos Henrique Mesquita, por me auxiliar nos estudos estatísticos e dicas para a dissertação.Ao Instituto de Desenvolvimento da Panificação e Confeitaria (IDPC), pertencente à Fundação da Indústria da Panificação e Confeitaria (FUNDIPAN), ambas

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Integration of Food Process Engineering and Food Microbial Growth

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2011

Handbook of Food Safety Engineering

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Economics of food irradiation: Comparison between electron accelerators and cobalt-60

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Meat Irradiation: A Comprehensive Review of Its Impact on Food Quality and Safety

Meat Irradiation: A Comprehensive Review of Its Impact on Food Quality and Safety

Efeito da radiação ionizante em diferentes tipos de farinhas utilizadas em tecnologia de panificação

Integration of Food Process Engineering and Food Microbial Growth

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