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ARS Home Northeast Area Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania Eastern Regional Research Center Characterization and Interventions for Foodborne Pathogens People & Locations







Brendan A Niemira

                                                                (PhD)
                        Characterization and Interventions for Foodborne Pathogens

                        




                        
                        Research Leader
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                            ProjectsValidation and Commercialization of Innovative Processing Technologies
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                                                                    (D)Accession Number: 439577**Publications**
                                                (Clicking on the reprint icon
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                                                    will take you to the publication reprint.)Attachment of Salmonella Typhimurium and pathogen survival on post-harvest produce

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Improving microbial safety and quality of nuts using nonthermal technologies

- (Review Article)Survival of Listeria strains and Shelf Life Determination of Fresh Blueberries (Vaccinium corymbosum) Treated with Cold Atmospheric Plasma

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Combined treatment of pulsed light and nisin-organic acid based antimicrobial wash for inactivation of Escherichia coli O157:H7 in Romaine lettuce, reduction of microbial loads, and retention of quality ¿
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Mukhopadhyay, S., Ukuku, D.O., Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A., Jin, Z.T., Fan, X. 2023. Combined treatment of pulsed light and nisin-organic acid based antimicrobial wash for inactivation of Escherichia coli O157:H7 in Romaine lettuce, reduction of microbial loads, and retention of quality. Food Microbiology. Available online:Food Microbiology 118 (2024) 104402. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fm.2023.104402.Effect of nisin, EDTA, and abuse temperature on the growth of Salmonella Typhimurium in liquid whole egg during refrigerated storage
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Bermudez-Aguirre, L.D., Niemira, B.A. 2023. Effect of nisin, EDTA, and abuse temperature on the growth of Salmonella Typhimurium in liquid whole egg during refrigerated storage. Food Research International. 174. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodres.2023.113568.A Review on Plasma-Activated Water for Enhanced Meat Safety: Generation, Chemical Compositions, Processing Factors Affecting Microbial Inactivation Effectiveness, and Application in the Meat Industry

- (Review Article)Transfer of generic Escherichia coli and attenuated Salmonella enterica Typhimurium from the soil to the surface of in-shell pecans during harvest

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Radio frequency treatment of food: A review on pasteurization and disinfestation
                                                        

- (Review Article)Bermudez-Aguirre, L.D., Niemira, B.A. 2023. Radio frequency treatment of food: A review on pasteurization and disinfestation. Foods. 12(16):3057. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods12163057.Biological control of human pathogens on produce

- (Book / Chapter)Cold Plasma: Fact sheet for food processors

- (Book / Chapter)Inactivation of foodborne and other pathogenic bacteria with pyrrolidine based fatty acid amide derivatives
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Olanya, O.M., Yosief, H.O., Ashby, R.D., Niemira, B.A., Sarker, M.I., Ukuku, D.O., Mukhopadhyay, S., Msanne, J.N., Fan, X. 2023. Inactivation of foodborne and other pathogenic bacteria with pyrrolidine based fatty acid amide derivatives. Journal of Food Safety. https://doi.org/10.1111/jfs.13079.Antimicrobial efficacy of fatty acid amide derivatives for inhibition and reduction of Listeria monocytogenes and other bacterial strains

- (Proceedings)Olanya, O.M., Yosief, H., Ashby, R.D., Niemira, B.A., Ukuku, D.O., Mukhopadhyay, S., Msanne, J.N., Sarker, M.I., Fan, X. Antimicrobial efficacy of fatty acid amide derivatives for inhibition and reduction of Listeria monocytogenes and other bacterial strains. In Symposium on Chemical Intervention Technology to Improve Microbial Stability of Food. 266th American Chemical Society National Meeting, Division of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. August 12-17, 2023, San Francisco, CA. p. 106-107.Case studies beyond nuclear/radiological accidents

- (Book / Chapter)Cold plasma and organic acid treatment combination enhances inactivation of salmonella bacteria on tomato stem scar surfaces

- (Abstract Only)Ukuku, D.O., Niemira, B.A., Olanya, O.M., Mukhopadhyay, S. 2023. Cold plasma and organic acid treatment combination enhances inactivation of salmonella bacteria on tomato stem scar surfaces. In: International Association for Food protection (IAFP) 2023 Program Book, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; July 16-19, 2023. p. 230.Cold plasma suppresses fungal spoilage in packaged beef jerky

- (Abstract Only)Modeling quality changes and Salmonella Typhimurium growth in storage for eggs pasteurized by radio frequency treatments
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Bermudez-Aguirre, L.D., Niemira, B.A. 2023. Modeling quality changes and Salmonella Typhimurium growth in storage for eggs pasteurized by radio frequency treatments. Food Control. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodcont.2023.109638.Microbial inactivation models of Salmonella Typhimurium in radio frequency treated eggs
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Bermudez-Aguirre, L.D., Niemira, B.A. 2023. Microbial inactivation models of Salmonella Typhimurium in radio frequency treated eggs. Food Control. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodcont.2023.109634.Cold plasma as a novel food processing technology

- (Book / Chapter)A review on egg pasteurization and disinfection: traditional and novel processing technologies
                                                        

- (Review Article)Bermudez-Aguirre, L.D., Niemira, B.A. 2022. A review on egg pasteurization and disinfection: traditional and novel processing technologies. Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety. https://doi.org/10.1111/1541-4337.13088.Pasteurization of foods with ultrasound: the present and the future
                                                        

- (Review Article)Bermudez-Aguirre, L.D., Niemira, B.A. 2022. Pasteurization of foods with ultrasound: the present and the future. Applied Sciences. https://doi.org/10.3390/app122010416.Gamma radiation effects on the survival and reduction of Listeria monocytogenes on carrot and tomato
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Berrios-Rodriguez, A., Olanya, O.M., Ukuku, D.O., Niemira, B.A., Mukhopadhyay, S., Orellana, L.E. 2022. Gamma radiation effects on the survival and reduction of Listeria monocytogenes on carrot and tomato. Food Science and Technology (Sociedade Brasileira de Food Sci. and Tech) -SBCTA. https://doi.org/10.1590/fst.17622.Strength of Salmonella Attachment on Apple and Tomato Surfaces: Effect of Antimicrobial Treatments on Population Reduction and Inactivation
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Ukuku, D.O., Mukhopadhyay, S., Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A. 2022. Strength of salmonella attachment on apple and tomato surfaces: Effect of antimicrobial treatments on population reduction and inactivation. LWT - Food Science and Technology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lwt.2022.113605.Cold plasma research at the USDA-ARS Eastern Regional Research Center: food safety, quality, and functionality

- (Abstract Only)Gamma radiation treatment of post-harvest produce for Salmonella enterica reduction on baby carrot and grape tomato

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Berrios-Rodriguez, A., Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A., Ukuku, D.O., Mukhopadhyay, S., Orellana, L. 2022. Gamma radiation treatment of post-harvest produce for Salmonella enterica reduction on baby carrot and grape tomato. Journal of Food Safety. 42(1)e12951:1-10.Gamma irradiation

- (Book / Chapter)Fan, X. and Niemira, B.A. 2022. Technologies in Food Science, First Edition. Edited by Vicente M. Gómez-López and Rajeev Bhat, Pages 53-73. John Wiley & Sons,Hoboken, NJEffects of the intense pulsed light and gamma radiation on Bacillus cereus spores in mesquite pod flour

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Chen, D., Mosher, W., Wiertzema, J., Peng, P., Min, M., Cheng, Y., An, J., Ma, Y., Fan, X., Niemira, B.A., Baumler, D.J., Chen, C., Chen, P., Ruan, R. 2020. Effects of the intense pulsed light and gamma radiation on Bacillus cereus spores in mesquite pod flour. Food Chemistry. 344, p.128675.Pathogen reduction by predatory bacteria and survival of Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus and Escherichia coli on produce and buffer treated with low-dose gamma radiation
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A., Cassidy, J.M., Boyd, G., Uknalis, J. 2020. Pathogen reduction by predatory bacteria and survival of Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus and Escherichia coli on produce and buffer treated with low-dose gamma radiation. LWT - Food Science and Technology. 130:1-7. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lwt.2020.109630..Quality of radio frequency pasteurized shell eggs during extended storage under normal and moderate abuse conditions

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Non-thermal processing techniques for innovative food processing
                                                        

- (Book / Chapter)Oyeyinka, S.A., Olanya, O.M., Ade-Omowaye, B.I., Niemira, B.A. 2020. Non-thermal processing techniques for innovative food processing. Food Science and Technology Trends and Future Prospects. Berlin, Germany: De Gruyter. https://doi.org/10.1515/9783110667462-017.Plasma decontamination of plant-related food products

- (Book / Chapter)Post-harvest reduction of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 on carrot and tomato by radiation, sanitizer and biocontrol treatments

- (Abstract Only)Nisin-based antimicrobial combination with cold plasma treatment inactivate Listeria monocytogenes on granny smith apples
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Ukuku, D.O., Niemira, B.A., Uknalis, J. 2019. Nisin-based antimicrobial combination with cold plasma treatment inactivate Listeria monocytogenes on granny smith apples. LWT - Food Science and Technology. 104:120-127. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lwt.2018.12.049.From pressure to plasma: Non-Thermal food processing technologies research at the USDA's Eastern Regional Research Center

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2019. From pressure to plasma: Non-Thermal food processing technologies research at the USDA's Eastern Regional Research Center. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1, Page 1.,2nd Food Innovation and Engineering (FOODIE); Philadelphia, PA; 12-8 to 12-10-19Reduction of Listeria monocytogenes on post-harvest carrot and tomato by radiation, santizer and biocontrol treatments and their combinations
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Rodriguez, A.B., Olanya, O.M., Ukuku, D.O., Niemira, B.A., Orellana, L.E., Mukhopadhyay, S., Cassidy, J.M., Boyd, G. 2019. Reduction of Listeria monocytogenes on post-harvest carrot and tomato by radiation, santizer and biocontrol treatments and their combinations. LWT - Food Science and Technology. 118:1-8.Inactivation of pathogenic bacteria on post-harvest produce by predatory bacteria and hurdle treatments

- (Proceedings)Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A., Ukuku, D.O., Mukhopadhyay, S., Uknalis, J. 2019. Inactivation of pathogenic bacteria on post-harvest produce by predatory bacteria and hurdle treatments. UJNR Food & Agricultural Panel Proceedings. UJNR, Page 29-30.A two-step antimicrobial processing intervention for inactivation of bacteria on produce surface

- (Proceedings)Ukuku, D.O., Mukhopadhyay, S., Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A. 2019. A two-step antimicrobial processing intervention for inactivation of bacteria on produce surface. UJNR Food & Agricultural Panel Proceedings. TSukuba, Ibaraki, Japan., Page 31-31.Nisin based organic acids inactivation of Salmonella on Grape tomatoes: Efficacy of treatment using bioluminescences ATP Assay
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Berrios-Rodriguez, A., Ukuku, D.O., Olanya, O.M., Cassidy, J.M., Orellana, L.E., Mukhopadhyay, S., Niemira, B.A. 2019. Nisin based organic acids inactivation of Salmonella on grape tomatoes: efficacy of treatment using bioluminescences ATP assay. Journal of Food Protection. 83(1):68-74. https://doi.org/10.4315/0362-028X.JFP-19-275.Inactivation of Salmonella enterica and Listeria monocytogenes on post-harvest tomatoes and carrots by radiation, sanitizer and biocontrol treatments

- (Abstract Only)Olanya, O.M., Rodreguez, A., Niemira, B.A., Ukuku, D.O., Orellana, L., Cassidy, J.M. 2019. Inactivation of Salmonella enterica and Listeria monocytogenes on post-harvest tomatoes and carrots by radiation, sanitizer and biocontrol treatments. Meeting Abstract. (Abstract) South African Assn of Food Science & Technology(SAAFoST) Congress, Sept 1-4, 2019; IN SAAFoST 23rrd Biennial International Congress & Exhibition,  41 pg.Advances in Postharvest Sanitizing Regimes for Hoticultural Produce

- (Book / Chapter)Gamma irradiation influences the survival and regrowth of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and antibiotic-resistance genes on Romaine lettuce

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Antimicrobial treatments and cold storage inactivates injured salmonella bacteria on melon surfaces and fresh-cut pieces
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Ukuku, D.O., Mukhopadhyay, S., Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A. 2019. Antimicrobial treatments and cold storage inactivates injured salmonella bacteria on melon surfaces and fresh-cut pieces. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation. https://doi.org/10.1111/jfpp.13943.Effect of time and storage temperature on injured salmonella bacteria on honeydew and cantaloupe melons after sanitizing treatments and fresh-cut preparation

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Regulatory status of cold plasma in food applications

- (Book / Chapter)Fate of injured Salmonella and Escherichia coli 0157:H7 on Granny Smith apples after cold plasma and organic acids treatments

- (Abstract Only)Gamma ray, electron beam, and x-ray irradiation for food safety

- (Book / Chapter)Fan, X., Niemira, B.A. 2020. Gamma ray, electron beam, and x-ray irradiation for food safety. Book Chapter. In: Demirci, A., Hao, F., Krishnamurthy, K. (eds.) Food Safety Engineering (pp.471-492).Springer, Cham, SwitzerlandFrom pressure to plasma: non-thermal food processing technologies research at the USDA's Eastern Regional Research Center

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2019. From pressure to plasma: non-thermal food processing technologies research at the USDA's Eastern Regional Research Center. Meeting Abstract. Ohio State University Food Science Seminar. Volume 1, Page 1.Cost estimation of listeriosis (Listeria monocytogenes) occurrence in South Africa in 2017-2018 and its food safety implications
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Olanya, O.M., Hoshide, A.K., Oluwatosin, I., Ukuku, D.O., Mukhopadhyay, S., Niemira, B.A., Ayeni, O. 2019. Cost estimation of listeriosis (Listeria monocytogenes) occurrence in South Africa in 2017-2018 and its food safety implications. Food Control. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodcont.2019.02.007.Effects of antimicrobials on the thermal sensitivity of foodborne pathogens: A review
                                                        

- (Review Article)Gurtler, J., Fan, X., Jin, Z.T., Niemira, B.A. 2019. Effects of antimicrobials on the thermal sensitivity of foodborne pathogens: A review. Journal of Food Protection. 82(4):628-644. https://doi.org/10.4315/0362-028X.JFP-18-441.Cost assessment of listeriosis (Listeria monocytogenes) occurrence in South Africa in 2017-2018 and its food safety implications

- (Abstract Only)Olanya, O.M., Hoshide, A.K., Oluwatosin, I.A., Ukuku, D.O., Niemira, B.A., Mukhopadhyay, S., Ayeni, O. 2019. Cost assessment of listeriosis (Listeria monocytogenes) occurrence in South Africa in 2017-2018 and its food safety implications. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1, Page 1; IFT Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA,Efficacy of ATP assay for assessment of bacterial populations on grape tomatoes treated with gamma radiation and novel antimicrobial solution

- (Abstract Only)Cold plasma inactivation of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 biofilms
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E. 2018. Cold plasma inactivation of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 biofilms. Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems. 2:47. https://doi.org/10.3389/fsufs.2018.00047.Beyond the standard plate count: genomic views into microbial food ecology

- (Book / Chapter)Advanced processing techniques for extending the shelf life of foods

- (Book / Chapter)In-Package atmospheric cold plasma treatment of bulk grape tomatoes for their microbiological safety and preservation

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Min, S.C., Roh, S., Niemira, B.A., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Fan, X., Sokorai, K.J., Jin, Z.T. 2018. In-Package atmospheric cold plasma treatment of bulk grape tomatoes for their microbiological safety and preservation. 108:378-386.Reduction of salmonella on valencia oranges by cold plasma treatment

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Hertrich, S.M., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E. 2018. Reduction of salmonella on valencia oranges by cold plasma treatment. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1, Page 1; International Conference on Plasma Medicine; June 2018.Cold plasma treatment of valencia oranges reduces persistence of salmonella

- (Abstract Only)Gamma irradiation reduces the survival and regrowth of inoculated antibiotic-resistant bacteria and antibiotic resistant genes on romaine lettuce

- (Abstract Only)Inactivation of tulane virus on blueberries with gaseous chlorine dioxide

- (Abstract Only)Evaluation of gaseous chlorine dioxide for the inactivation of tulane virus on blueberries

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Kingsley, D.H., Perez, R., Niemira, B.A., Fan, X. 2018. Evaluation of gaseous chlorine dioxide for the inactivation of tulane virus on blueberries. International Journal of Food Microbiology. 273:23-32.Effects of temperature and storage time on inactivation of Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella enterica, and Escherichia coli 0157:H7 populations by sophorolipid and sanitizer in-vitro and on tomato
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Olanya, O.M., Ukuku, D.O., Solaiman, D., Ashby, R.D., Niemira, B.A., Mukhopadhyay, S. 2018. Effects of temperature and storage time on inactivation of Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella enterica, and Escherichia coli 0157:H7 populations by sophorolipid and sanitizer in-vitro and on tomato. International Journal of Food Science and Technology. 53:1303-1315. http://doi.org/10.1111/ijfs.13711.Evaluation of 405 nm monochromatic light for inactivation of tulane virus on blueberry surfaces

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Kingsley, D.H., Perez, R.E., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Niemira, B.A. 2018. Evaluation of 405 nm monochromatic light for inactivation of tulane virus on blueberry surfaces. Journal of Applied Microbiology. 124:1017-1022.Cold Plasma Technology-principles and applications

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2017. Cold Plasma Technology-principles and applications. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1, Page 1, Cornell International Symposium Validation of Nonthermal Technologies, Ithaca,NY; 10/29-31, 2017.Surfactant-enhanced disinfection of the human norovirus surrogate, Tulane virus, with organic acids and surfactant

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Lacombe, A., Niemira, B.A., Gurtler, J., Kingsley, D.H., Li, X., Chen, H. 2018. Surfactant-enhanced disinfection of the human norovirus surrogate, Tulane virus, with organic acids and surfactant. Journal of Food Protection. 81(2):279-283.Evaluation of chlorine treatment levels on inactivation of human norovirus and MS2 bacteriophage during sewage treatment

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Kingsley, D.H., Fay, J., Calci, K., Pouillot, R., Woods, J., Chen, H., Niemira, B.A., Van Doren, J.M. 2017. Evaluation of chlorine treatment levels on inactivation of human norovirus and MS2 bacteriophage during sewage treatment. Applied and Environmental Microbiology. 83:e01270-17.Cold plasma inactivation of salmonella in pre-packaged mixed salads is influenced by cross-contamination sequence
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Hertrich, S.M., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Niemira, B.A. 2017. Cold plasma inactivation of salmonella in pre-packaged mixed salads is influenced by cross-contamination sequence. Journal of Food Protection. Volume 80, No. 12, Pages 2132-2136. 10.4315/0362-028X.JFP-17-242.Microbial safety and overall quality of cantaloupe fresh-cut pieces prepared from whole cantaloupe after wet steam treatment

- (Abstract Only)Ukuku, D.O., Geveke, D.J., Chau, L.I., Niemira, B.A. 2017. Microbial safety and overall quality of cantaloupe fresh-cut pieces prepared from whole cantaloupe after wet steam treatment. [Abstract].Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting., Chicago, Illinois. Volume 1, Page 1.Plasma agriculture and innovative food cycles

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Hori, M., Niemira, B.A. 2017. Plasma agriculture and innovative food cycles. Journal of Physics D. 50(2017) 323001:1-5.The 2017 Plasma Roadmap: Low temperature plasma science and technology

- (Review Article)Adamovich, I., Baalrud, S., Bogaerts, A., Bruggeman/Korshagen, Cappelli, M., Colombo, V., Czarnetzki, U., Eberts, U.M., Eberts, U.M., Eden, J.G., Favia, P., Graves, D.B., Hamaguchi, S., Hieftje, G., Hori, M., Kaganovich, I.D., Kushner, M.J., Mason, N.J., Mazouffre, S., Thagard, M.S., Metelmann, H.R., Mizuno, A., Moreau, E., Murphy, A.B., Niemira, B.A., Oehrlein, G.S., Petrovic, Z., Pitchford, L.C., Pu, Y.K., Rauf, S., Sakai, O., Samukawa, S., Starikovskaia, S., Tennyson, J.L., Terashima, K., Turner, M.M., Van De Sanden, M., Van De Sanden, M., Vardelle, A. 2017. The 2017 Plasma Roadmap: Low temperature plasma science and technology. Journal of Physics D. 50(2017)323001:1-5.Food safety intervention research at the Eastern Regional Research Center: innovative sanitizers, natural antimicrobials and nonthermal processing technologies

- (Abstract Only)Gurtler, J., Niemira, B.A. 2017. Food safety intervention research at the Eastern Regional Research Center: innovative sanitizers, natural antimicrobials and nonthermal processing technologies. [Abstract]. American Chemical Society National Meeting., Washington, DC., Volume 1, Page 1.From chemicals to cold plasma: Non-thermal food processing technologies research at the USDA's Eastern Regional Research Center

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2017. From chemicals to cold plasma: Non-thermal food processing technologies research at the USDA's Eastern Regional Research Center. [Abstract]. South African Assn. of Food Science and Technology Biennial Congress., Cape Town, South Africa., Volume 1, Page 1.Appearance and overall acceptability of fresh-cut cantaloupe pieces from whole melon treated with wet steam process

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Ukuku, D.O., Geveke, D.J., Chau, L.I., Bigley, A., Niemira, B.A. 2017. Appearance and overall acceptability of fresh-cut cantaloupe pieces from whole melon treated with wet steam process. LWT - Food Science and Technology. doi: 10.1016/j.lwt.2017.04.033.The use of an atmospheric cold plasma jet to inactivate Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts on cilantro

- (Abstract Only)Craighead, S., Shearer, A., Hertrich, S.M., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Niemira, B.A., Kniel, K. 2017. The use of an atmospheric cold plasma jet to inactivate Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts on cilantro.[Abstract]. International Association for Food Protection., Tampa, Florida., Volume 1, Page 1.Injury and recovery of salmonella, Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and Listeria Monocytogenes on cantaloupe rind surfaces after hyrdogren peroxide and minimal thermal treatment

- (Abstract Only)Ukuku, D.O., Mukhopadhyay, S., Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A. 2017. Injury and recovery of salmonella, Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and Listeria Monocytogenes on cantaloupe rind surfaces after hyrdogren peroxide and minimal thermal treatment.[Abstract]. International Association for Food Protection., Tampa, Florida., Volume 1, Page 1.Inactivation of Escherichia coli on blueberries using cold plasma with chemical augmentation inside a partial vacuum

- (Abstract Only)Hertrich, S.M., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Niemira, B.A. 2017. Inactivation of Escherichia coli on blueberries using cold plasma with chemical augmentation inside a partial vacuum.[Abstract]. Annual Meeting of the Institute of Food Technologists. Las Vegas, NV., Volume 1, Page 1.Evaluation of 405nm CW visible blue light as a means of inactivating Tulane Virus on Blueberries

- (Abstract Only)Kingsley, D.H., Perez-Perez, R.E., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Niemira, B.A. 2017. Evaluation of 405nm CW visible blue light as a means of inactivating Tulane Virus on Blueberries.[Abstract]. International Association for Food Protection., Tampa, Florida., Volume 1, Page 1.Cold plasma processing to improve food safety

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A. 2018. Cold plasma processing to improve food safety. Book Chapter. Ch.4,Pp.138-152 in Proctor, A. (ed)"Alternatives to Conventioanl Food Processing", Royal Society of Chemistry, Cambridge, UKCold plasma inactivates salmonella on grape tomatoes in a commercial PET plastic container without affecting quality

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Min, S., Roh, S., Fan, X., Sokorai, K.J., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E. 2017. Cold plasma inactivates salmonella on grape tomatoes in a commercial PET plastic container without affecting quality. [Abstract] Annual Meeting of the Institute of Food Technologists. Las Vegas, Nevada., Volume 1, Page 1.Cold Plasma: an emerging antimicrobial intervention to improve food safety

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2017. Cold Plasma: an emerging antimicrobial intervention to improve food safety. [Abstract].American Chemical Society National Meeting. Volume 1, Page 1.Cold plasma inactivation of human pathogens on foods and regulatory status update

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Azizoglu, R. 2017. Cold plasma inactivation of human pathogens on foods and regulatory status update.[Abstract]. Annual Meeting of the Institute of Food Technologists., Las Vegas, NV., Volume 1, Page 1.Cold plasma: Quality control and regulatory considerations

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Kniel, K. 2017. Cold plasma: Quality control and regulatory considerations.[Abstract]. International Association for Food Protection., Tampa, Florida., Volume 1, Page 1.Antimicrobial and cold plasma treatments for inactivation of listeria monocytogenes on whole apple surface

- (Abstract Only)Ukuku, D.O., Niemira, B.A., Uknalis, J. 2017. Antimicrobial and cold plasma treatments for inactivation of listeria monocytogenes on whole apple surface. [Abstract].Annual Meeting of the Institute of Food Technologists.Las Vegas, NV., Volume 1, Page 1.Cold plasma as an antimicrobial intervention for fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables: an ERRC research update

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2017. Cold plasma as an antimicrobial intervention for fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables: an ERRC research update. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1, Page 1. ARS/FSIS Food Safety Workshop, Shepherdstown, WV. February 21-24, 2017.Targeting biofilms with cold plasma: new approaches to a persistent problem

- (Trade Journal)Niemira, B.A. 2017. Targeting biofilms with cold plasma: new approaches to a persistent problem. Food Safety Magazine. Volume 1 Page 1.Control of extraintestinal foodborne pathogens using intervention technologies

- (Abstract Only)Sommers, C.H., Sheen, S., Niemira, B.A. 2017. Control of extraintestinal foodborne pathogens using intervention technologies. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1, Page 1. ARS/FSIS Food Safety Workshop. Shepherdstown, WV., February 21-24, 2017.In-package inhibition of E.coli 0157:H7 on bulk romaine lettuce using cold plasma

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Min, S.C., Roh, S., Niemira, B.A., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Uknalis, J., Fan, X. 2017. In-package inhibition of E.coli 0157:H7 on bulk romaine lettuce using cold plasma. Food Microbiology. 65:1-6.Survival of Salmonella Typhimurium on soybean sprouts after treatment with gaseous chlorine dioxide and biocontrol Pseudomonas bacteria

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Rodriguez, A., Olanya, O.M., Annous, B.A., Cassidy, J.M., Orellana, L., Niemira, B.A. 2017. Survival of Salmonella Typhimurium on soybean sprouts after treatment with gaseous chlorine dioxide and biocontrol Pseudomonas bacteria. Food Science and Biotechnology. 26:513-520.Nonthermal inactivation of norovirus surrogates on blueberries using atmospheric cold plasma

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Lacombe, A.C., Niemira, B.A., Gurtler, J., Sites, J.E., Boyd, G., Kingsley, D.H., Li, X., Chen, H. 2017. Nonthermal inactivation of norovirus surrogates on blueberries using atmospheric cold plasma. Food Microbiology. 63:1-5.Inactivation of Toxoplasma gondii on blueberries using low dose irradiation without affecting quality
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Lacombe, A.C., Breard, A., Hwang, C., Hill, D.E., Fan, X., Huang, L., Yoo, B.K., Niemira, B.A., Gurtler, J., Wu, V.C. 2016. Inactivation of Toxoplasma gondii on blueberries using low dose irradiation without affecting quality. Journal of Food Protection. 73:981-985. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodcont.2016.10.011Inactivation of Toxoplasma gondii on blueberries using low dose irradiation without affecting quality

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Lacombe, A.C., Beard, A., Hwang, C., Hill, D., Fan, X., Huang, L., Yoo, B.K., Niemira, B.A., Gurtler, J., Wu, V.C. 2016. Inactivation of Toxoplasma gondii on blueberries using low dose irradiation without affecting quality. Food Control. 73(2017):981-985.Inactivation of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and aerobic microorganisms in Romaine lettuce packaged in a commercial polyethylene terephthalate container using atmospheric cold plasma

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Min, S., Roh, S., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Uknalis, J., Fan, X., Niemira, B.A. 2017. Inactivation of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and aerobic microorganisms in Romaine lettuce packaged in a commercial polyethylene terephthalate container using atmospheric cold plasma. Journal of Food Protection. 80(1):35-43.Inhibition of enteric pathogens and surrogates using integrated, high intensity 405nm led light on the surface of almonds

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Dielectric barrier discharge atmospheric cold plasma inhibits Escherichia coli 0157:H7, Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, and Tulane virus in Romaine lettuce

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Min, S., Roh, S., Niemira, B.A., Sites, J.E., Boyd, G., Lacombe, A. 2016. Dielectric barrier discharge atmospheric cold plasma inhibits Escherichia coli 0157:H7, Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, and Tulane virus in Romaine lettuce. International Journal of Food Microbiology. 237:114–120.Cold Plasma as a novel intervention against food-borne pathogens

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2016. Cold Plasma as a novel intervention against food-borne pathogens. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1: Page 1; 6th International Conf. on Plasma Medicine(ICPM6);Bratislava, Slovakia; 9-4,2016.Minimal thermal treatments for reducing bacterial population on cantaloupe rind surfaces and transfer to fresh-cut pieces

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Ukuku, D.O., Mukhopadhyay, S., Geveke, D.J., Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A. 2016. Minimal thermal treatments for reducing bacterial population on cantaloupe rind surfaces and transfer to fresh-cut pieces. Journal of Food Protection. doi: 10.4315/0362-028X.JFP-16-046.In-package inactivation of human pathogenic bacteria and viruses on leafy greens using atmospheric cold plasma as a terminal processing step

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Min, S., Roh, S., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Uknalis, J. 2016. In-package inactivation of human pathogenic bacteria and viruses on leafy greens using atmospheric cold plasma as a terminal processing step. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1: Page 1, 1st International Workshop on Plasma Agriculture; May 15,2016; Camden, NJ.Irradiated foods: current trends and technologies

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2016. Irradiated foods: current trends and technologies. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1: Page 1; Food Safety, Increasing Quality and Compliance;3/17-18,2016; Arlington,VA.Dielectric barrier discharge atmospheric cold plasma treatments to inhibit foodborne pathogens and tulane virus in Romaine lettuce

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Min, S., Roh, S., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E. 2016. Dielectric barrier discharge atmospheric cold plasma treatments to inhibit foodborne pathogens and tulane virus in Romaine lettuce. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1:Page 1; IFT Annual Meeting, Chicago, Illinois; July 16-19, 2016.In-package inhibition of E. Coli 0157:H7 on bulk Romaine lettuce using cold plasma

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Min, S., Roh, S., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E. 2016. In-package inhibition of E. Coli 0157:H7 on bulk Romaine lettuce using cold plasma. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1: Page 1, IAFP Annual Meeting, St. Louis, Missouri, 7/31 - 8/3/2016.Microbial safety and overall quality of cantaloupe fresh-cut pieces prepared from whole fruit after wet steam treatment

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Ukuku, D.O., Geveke, D.J., Chau, L.I., Niemira, B.A. 2016. Microbial safety and overall quality of cantaloupe fresh-cut pieces prepared from whole fruit after wet steam treatment. International Journal of Food Microbiology. doi: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2016.05.019.Minimal thermal treatments for reducing bacterial population on cantaloupe rind surfaces

- (Abstract Only)Ukuku, D.O., Mukhopadhyay, S., Geveke, D.J., Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A. 2016. Minimal thermal treatments for reducing bacterial population on cantaloupe rind surfaces. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1, Page 1.IAFP Annual Meeting.St. Louis, Missouril July 31-August 3, 2016.Cold plasma technology close-up

- (Other)McHugh, T.H., Niemira, B.A. 2016. Cold plasma technology close-up. Food Technology. 70(3):68-69,72.Atmospheric cold plasma inactivation of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and aerobic microorganisms in cold-stored romaine lettuce packaged in a commerical polyethylene terephthalate container

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Min, S., Roh, S., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E. 2016. Atmospheric cold plasma inactivation of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and aerobic microorganisms in cold-stored romaine lettuce packaged in a commerical polyethylene terephthalate container. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1: Page 1; IFT Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL; July 16-19, 2016.Cold Plasma: A novel nonthermal process to improve food safety

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2016. Cold Plasma: A novel nonthermal process to improve food safety.Volume 1: Page 1:  Food Safety Inspection Service New Technology to Improve Food Safety. Washington, DC, February 3, 2016.Atmospheric cold plasma iactivation of norovirus surrogates and native microbiota on blueberries

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Lacombe, A.C., Gurtler, J., Sites, J.E., Boyd, G., Li, X., Chen, H., Fan, X., Kingsley, D.H. 2015. Atmospheric cold plasma iactivation of norovirus surrogates and native microbiota on blueberries. Meeting Abstract. USDA NIFA Project Director Invitational Meeting. IAFP Annual Meeting. Portland, Oregon. July 24, 2014. Volume 1, Page 1.Enhancing the safety and quality of fresh produce and low-moisture foods by waterless non-thermal technologies: Cold plasma and monochromatic light

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Lacombe, A.C., Gurtler, J., Kingsley, D.H., Sites, J.E. 2015. Enhancing the safety and quality of fresh produce and low-moisture foods by waterless non-thermal technologies: Cold plasma and monochromatic light. Meeting Abstract. USDA NIFA Project Director Invitational Meeting. IAFP Annual Meeting. Portland, Oregon. July 24, 2015.Volume 1, Page 1.Cold plasma as a nonthermal food processing technology

- (Abstract Only)Advances in sanitizing fruit, equipment and surfaces to prevent contamination with human pathogens

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2015. Advances in sanitizing fruit, equipment and surfaces to prevent contamination with human pathogens. Meeting Abstract. PACE 2015 Postharvest Academy. Ellensburg, Washington. May 6, 2015.Volume 1, Page 1.Inhibition of enteric pathogens using integrated high intensity 405 nm LED on the surface of almonds

- (Abstract Only)Lacombe, A.C., Niemira, B.A., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Gurtler, J., Tyrell, B.K., Fleck, M.A. 2015. Inhibition of enteric pathogens using integrated high intensity 405 nm LED on the surface of almonds. Meeting Abstract. IFT Annual Meeting. Chicago, Illinois. July 11-14, 2015.Volume 1, Page 1.Inactivation of Toxoplasma gondii on blueberries using low dose irradiation without affecting quality

- (Abstract Only)Lacombe, A.C., Breard, A., Hwang, C., Fan, X., Huang, L., Yoo, B.K., Niemira, B.A., Gurtler, J., Wu, V. 2015. Inactivation of Toxoplasma gondii on blueberries using low dose irradiation without affecting quality. Meeting Abstract. IAFP Annual Meeting. Portland, Oregon. July 25-28, 2015. Volume 1, Page 1.Proceedings of the 10th international symposium on polymer surface modification

- (Abstract Only)Minimal impact, waterless decontamination technologies for improving food safety

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2015. Minimal impact, waterless decontamination technologies for improving food safety. Meeting Abstract. IFT Annual Meeting. Chicago, Illinois. July 11-14, 2015. Volume 1, Page 1.Postharvest processing technologies to improve food safety and quality

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2015. Postharvest processing technologies to improve food safety and quality. Meeting Abstract. American Phytopathological Society Annual Meeting. Pasadena, California. August 1-5, 2015. Volume 1, Page 1.Effects of gamma irradiation on the survival of Pseudomonas fluorescens inoculated on romaine lettuce

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A., Phillips, J.G. 2015. Effects of gamma irradiation on the survival of Pseudomonas fluorescens inoculated on romaine lettuce. LWT - Food Science and Technology. 62:55-61.Disinfection of the human norovirus surrogate, Tulane Virus with Cold Plasma

- (Abstract Only)Lacombe, A.C., Niemira, B.A., Gurtler, J. 2014. Disinfection of the human norovirus surrogate, Tulane Virus with Cold Plasma. Meeting Abstract. Food Science Department. Drexel University. October 30, 2014. Volume 1, Page 1.Influence of mycorrhizal fungi on fate of E. coli 0157:H7 in soil and Salmonella in soil and internalization into romaine lettuce plants

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Nicholoson, A.M., Gurtler, J., Bailey, R., Niemira, B.A., Douds, D.D. 2015. Influence of mycorrhizal fungi on fate of E. coli 0157:H7 in soil and Salmonella in soil and internalization into romaine lettuce plants. International Journal of Food Microbiology. 192:95-102.Cold plasma processing technology makes advances

- (Review Article)Cold Plasma as a nonthermal food processing technology

- (Abstract Only)Atmospheric cold plasma inactivation of Aerobic Microorganisms on blueberries and effects on quality attributes

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Lacombe, A.C., Niemira, B.A., Gurtler, J., Fan, X., Sites, J.E., Boyd, G., Chen, H. 2015. Atmospheric cold plasma inactivation of Aerobic Microorganisms on blueberries and effects on quality attributes. Food Microbiology. 46:479-484.Irradiation, microwave and alternative energy-based treatments for low water activity foods

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A. 2014.  Irradiation, microwave and alternative energy-based treatments for low water activity foods. In: M. Doyle,J. Kornacki and J. Gurtler (editors). Microbiological Safety of Low Water Foods and Spices, Springer, New York, NY.  p. 389-401.Food Safety and Intervention Technologies Research: Cold Plasma as a Nonthermal food processing technology

- (Proceedings)Niemira, B.A., Sites, J.E., Boyd, G. 2014. Food Safety and Intervention Technologies Research: Cold Plasma as a Nonthermal food processing technology. Proceedings of the 2nd US-Korea Bilateral Symposium on Agricultural and Food Engineering., June 10-13, 2014, Republice of Korean., Volume 1, Page 1.Thermal inactivation of Salmonella and E.coli 0157:H7 on Roma tomato stem scars using high-intensity infrared laser light

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Taylor, J. 2014. Thermal inactivation of Salmonella and E.coli 0157:H7 on Roma tomato stem scars using high-intensity infrared laser light. Meeting Abstract. IFT Annual Meeting., New Orleans, LA., June 21-24, 2014.,Volume 1, Page 1.Food Safety and Intervention Technologies research:  cold plasma as a nonthermal food processing technology

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2014. Food Safety and Intervention Technologies research:  cold plasma as a nonthermal food processing technology. Meeting Abstract., 2nd US-Korea Bilateral Symposium on Agricultural and Food Engineering, Seongnam-Si, Republic of Korean, June 10-13, 2014., Volume 1, Page 1.Intervention technologies for food safety on minimally processed produce:Perspectives on food-borne and plant pathogens

- (Abstract Only)Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A. 2014. Intervention technologies for food safety on minimally processed produce:Perspectives on food-borne and plant pathogens. Meeting Abstract. Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference and Exhibition on Food Processing and Technology. Las Vegas, NV. Volume 5: Page 130.Effects of pyrolysis char from various feed stocks on survivability of Salmonella enterica and E. coli 0157:H7 in agriculture soils

- (Abstract Only)Sensitivity of Pseudomonas fluorescens to gamma irradiation following surface inoculations on romaine lettuce and baby spinach

- (Abstract Only)Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A., Phillips, J.G. 2014. Sensitivity of Pseudomonas fluorescens to gamma irradiation following surface inoculations on romaine lettuce and baby spinach. Journal of Food Protection Supplement. Meeting Abstract. IAFP Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, Indiana. 8/3 to 8/6, 2014. Volume 71: 104 pg..Assessment of Pseudomonas fluorescens and Escherichia coli 0157:H7 populations in monocultures and co-cultures as influenced by substrates, temperatures and storage times.

- (Abstract Only)Olanya, O.M., Ukuku, D.O., Niemira, B.A., Taylor, J. 2014. Assessment of Pseudomonas fluorescens and Escherichia coli 0157:H7 populations in monocultures and co-cultures as influenced by substrates, temperatures and storage times.. Meeting Abstract. IAFP Meeting. Indianapolis, Indiana. Volume 71, Page 67.Surfactant enhanced disinfection of the human norovirus surrogate, tulane virus with organic acids and surfactant

- (Abstract Only)Lacombe, A.C., Niemira, B.A., Gurtler, J. 2014. Surfactant enhanced disinfection of the human norovirus surrogate, tulane virus with organic acids and surfactant. Meeting Abstract. Volume 1, Page 1., IAFP Annual Meeting., Indianapolis, Indiana., August 3-6, 2014Cold plasma rapid decontamination of food contact surfaces contaminated with Salmonella biofilms

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E. 2014. Cold plasma rapid decontamination of food contact surfaces contaminated with Salmonella biofilms. Journal of Food Science. 79(5):M917-M922.Effects of nonthermal atmospheric cold plasma on blueberry native microbiota and sensory attributes

- (Abstract Only)Lacombe, A.C., Niemira, B.A., Gurtler, J., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Fan, X., Chen, H. 2014. Effects of nonthermal atmospheric cold plasma on blueberry native microbiota and sensory attributes. Meeting Abstract. , IFT Annual meeting., New Orleans, LA., June 21-24,2014., Volume 1, Page 1.Nonthermal inactivation of the norovirus surrogate tulane virus on blueberries using atmospheric cold plasma

- (Abstract Only)Lacombe, A.C., Niemira, B.A., Gurtler, J., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E., Chen, H., Li, X. 2014. Nonthermal inactivation of the norovirus surrogate tulane virus on blueberries using atmospheric cold plasma. Meeting Abstract., IFT Annual Meeting., New Orleans, LA., June 21-24, 2014., Volume 1, Page 1.Bacterial adhesion to surfaces and microbial safety of fresh produce

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2013. Bacterial adhesion to surfaces and microbial safety of fresh produce. Meeting Abstract, COST ACTION FA1202 BAC FOOD NET, Prague, CZ, 11/27-28, 2013.,Volume 1, Page 1.Effects of temperature and storage time on resting populations of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and Pseudomonas flurorescens in vitro

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Olanya, O.M., Ukuku, D.O., Niemira, B.A. 2014. Effects of temperature and storage time on resting populations of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and Pseudomonas flurorescens in vitro. Food Control. 39:128-134.Advanced technologies for detection and elimination of bacterial pathogens

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A., Zhang, H.Q. 2014. Book Chapter. Advanced technologies for detection and elimination of bacterial pathogens. in K. Matthews, G. Sapers, C. Gerba (eds)The Produce Contamination Problem: Causes and Solutions,  2nd Edition, Elsevier.pp.433-450.Decontamination of foods by cold plasma

- (Book / Chapter)High pressure treatment of human norovirus virus-like particles: factors affecting destruction efficacy

- (Abstract Only)Lou, F., Li, X., Huang, P., Niemira, B.A., Gurtler, J., Jiang, X., Chen, H., Li, J. 2013. High pressure treatment of human norovirus virus-like particles: factors affecting destruction efficacy. Meeting Abstract. American Society for Virology, 32nd Annual Meeting, July 20-24,2013. Volume 1, Page 1.Cold plasma rapid decontamination of food contact surfaces contaminated with Salmonella and Escherichia coli 0157:H7

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Boyd, G., Sites, J.E. 2013. Cold plasma rapid decontamination of food contact surfaces contaminated with Salmonella and Escherichia coli 0157:H7. Meeting Abstract. IFT Annual Meeting., Chicago, Illinois, July 13-16, 2013.,Volume 1, Page 1..Prospects for biocontrol of foodborne pathogens on leafy greens with Pseudomonas fluorescens

- (Abstract Only)Olanya, O.M., Niemira, B.A., Ukuku, D.O., Annous, B.A., Sommers, C.H. 2013. Prospects for biocontrol of foodborne pathogens on leafy greens with Pseudomonas fluorescens. The 2nd International Conference and Exhibition on Nutritional Science. Abstract. 3(4):69.Influence of modified atmosphere and varying time in storage on the irradiation sensitivity of Salmonella on sliced roma tomatoes

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A., Boyd, G. 2013. Influence of modified atmosphere and varying time in storage on the irradiation sensitivity of Salmonella on sliced roma tomatoes. Journal of Radiation Physics and Chemistry. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.radphyschem.2013.04.021.Efficacy of Pseudomonas fluorescens for biocontrol of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 on spinach

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Olanya, O.M., Ukuku, D.O., Annous, B.A., Niemira, B.A., Sommers, C.H. 2013. Efficacy of Pseudomonas fluorescens for biocontrol of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 on spinach. International Journal of Food, Agriculture, and the Environment. 11:86-91.Efficacy of Pseudomonas fluorescens for biocontrol of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 on spinach

- (Abstract Only)Olanya, O.M., Ukuku, D.O., Niemira, B.A., Annous, B.A., Sommers, C.H. 2013. Efficacy of Pseudomonas fluorescens for biocontrol of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 on spinach. Meeting Abstract. Journal of Food Protection, Volume 76 (supplement),Page 35.High pressure treatment of human norovirus-like particles: factors affecting destruction efficacy

- (Abstract Only)Lou, F., Li, X., Huang, P., Gurtler, J., Niemira, B.A., Jiang, X., Chen, H., Li, J. 2013. High pressure treatment of human norovirus-like particles: factors affecting destruction efficacy. Meeting Abstract. IFT Annual Meeting, Chicago, Illinois.,July 13-16, 2013. Volume 1, Page 1..Effects of storage conditions before or after high-hydrostatic pressure on inactivation of Vibrio parahaemolyticus and Vibrio vulnificus in oysters

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Yu, M., Huang, Y., Gurtler, J., Niemira, B.A., Sites, J.E., Chen, H. 2013. Effects of storage conditions before or after high-hydrostatic pressure on inactivation of Vibrio parahaemolyticus and Vibrio vulnificus in oysters. International Journal of Food Microbiology. 163(2013):146-152.Effects of media on recovery of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and Pseudomonas fluorescens from spinach

- (Abstract Only)Olanya, O.M., Annous, B.A., Niemira, B.A., Ukuku, D.O., Sommers, C.H. 2013. Effects of media on recovery of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and Pseudomonas fluorescens from spinach. Meeting Abstract. IFT13., July 13-16,2013, Chicago, Illinois., Page 104.Survival of Salmonella and E.coli O157:H7 in soil and translocation into leek (allium porrum) as influenced by mycorrhizal fungi

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Gurtler, J., Douds, D.D., Dirks, B.A., Quinlan, J.J., Nicholson, A., Phillips, J.G., Niemira, B.A. 2013. Survival of Salmonella and E.coli O157:H7 in soil and translocation into leek (allium porrum) as influenced by mycorrhizal fungi. Applied and Environmental Microbiology. 79:1813-1820.Decontamination of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables with cold plasma technology

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2012. Decontamination of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables with cold plasma technology. Meeting Abstract., Institute of Food Technologists Fruists and Vegetables Products Division Webcast., November 13, 2012., Chicago, Illinois., Volume 1, Page 1.Effects of media on recovery of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and Pseudomonas fluorescens from spinach

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Olanya, O.M., Annous, B.A., Niemira, B.A., Ukuku, D.O., Sommers, C.H. 2012. Effects of media on recovery of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and Pseudomonas fluorescens from spinach. Journal of Food Safety. 32:492-501.Inactivation of Salmonella enterica on tomato stem scars by sanitizing solutions and vacuum perfusion

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Gurtler, J., Smelser, A., Niemira, B.A., Jin, Z.T., Yan, X., Geveke, D.J. 2012. Inactivation of Salmonella enterica on tomato stem scars by sanitizing solutions and vacuum perfusion. International Journal of Food Microbiology. 159:84-92.A SAFE consortium position paper: Update on microbial safety of fresh produce

- (Proceedings)Abadias, M., Belc, N., Dobre, A., Flynn, K., Lasagabaster, A., Nazzaro, F., Smeu, I., Soptica, F., Oliveira, M., Oncu, N., Studer, P., Marques, D., Deleanu, C., Gil, M., Niemira, B.A.,  Pielaat, A. 2012. A SAFE consortium position paper: Update on microbial safety of fresh produce. Symposium Proceedings. Update on Microbial Safety of Fresh Produce., Bucharest, Romania, March 15-16, 2012.,Volume 1, Page 1.Quality of gamma ray-irradiated iceberg lettuce and treatments to minimize irradiation-induced disorders

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Fan, X., Sokorai, K.J., Niemira, B.A., Mills, R.S., Zhen, M.Y. 2012. Quality of gamma ray-irradiated iceberg lettuce and treatments to minimize irradiation-induced disorders. HortScience. 47:1108-1112.Advances in processing technologies to preserve and enhance the safety of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A., Fan, X. 2012. Advances in processing technologies to preserve and enhance the safety of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Encyclopedia of Food Microbiology. Food Irradiation Research Technology, 2nd Edition.Wiley-Blackwell Publishing, Ames, IA.High pressure inactivation of human norovirus virus-like particles: evidence that the capsid of human norovirus is highly pressure resistant

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Fangfei, L., Huang, P., Neetoo, H., Gurtler, J., Niemira, B.A., Chen, H., Jaing, X., Li, J. 2012. High pressure inactivation of human norovirus virus-like particles: evidence that the capsid of human norovirus is highly pressure resistant. Applied and Environmental Microbiology. DOI: 10.1128/AEM.00532-12.Antimicrobial activity of oregano oil on iceberg lettuce with different attachment conditions

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Gunduz, G.T., Niemira, B.A., Gonul, S.A., Karapinar, M. 2012. Antimicrobial activity of oregano oil on iceberg lettuce with different attachment conditions. Journal of Food Science. 77(7):412-415.Influence of mycorrhizal fungi (glomus intraradices) on survival of Salmonella and E.coli 0157:H7 in soil and translocation into romaine lettuce roots and shoot

- (Abstract Only)Gurtler, J., Nicholson, A., Douds, D.D., Niemira, B.A. 2012. Influence of mycorrhizal fungi (glomus intraradices) on survival of Salmonella and E.coli 0157:H7 in soil and translocation into romaine lettuce roots and shoot. Meeting Abstract. International Association of Food Protection Annual Meeting, Providence. Rhode Island., July 2012.High pressure inactivation of human norovirus-like particles: evidence that the capsid of human norovirus is highly pressure resistant

- (Abstract Only)Lou, F., Huang, P., Neetoo, H., Gurtler, J., Niemira, B.A., Chen, H., Jaing, X., Li, J. 2012. High pressure inactivation of human norovirus-like particles: evidence that the capsid of human norovirus is highly pressure resistant. Meeting Abstract. IAFP Annual Meeting., Providence, Rhode Island, July 22-25, 2012., Volume 1, Page 1.Striving for safety in fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2012. Striving for safety in fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables [abstract]. European Association for Food Safety Workshop. March 15-16, 2012, Bucharest, Romania. 1:1.Cold plasma reduces Salmonella on sliced roma tomatoes: efficacy of air versus nitrogen

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2012. Cold plasma reduces Salmonella on sliced roma tomatoes: efficacy of air versus nitrogen. Meeting Abstract.Institute of Food Technologies Annual Meeting., Las Vegas, NV., June 25-28, 2012., Volume 1, Page 1.Photons and electrons: advances in using cold plasma, irradiation, UV and other energy-based treatments for fresh and fresh-cut produce

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2012. Photons and electrons: advances in using cold plasma, irradiation, UV and other energy-based treatments for fresh and fresh-cut produce. Meeting Abstract.Institute of Food Technologies Annual Meeting., Las Vegas, Nevada., June 25-28,2012., Volume 1, Page 1.Cold plasma as a food processing technology

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A. 2012. Cold plasma as a food processing technology. Book Chapter. Encyclopedia of Agricultural, Food and Biological Engineering,DOI:10.1081/E-EAFE2-120048302.Cold plasma reduction of Salmonella and Escherichia coli 0157:H7 on almonds using ambient pressure gases

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A., Boyd, G. 2012. Cold plasma reduction of Salmonella and Escherichia coli 0157:H7 on almonds using ambient pressure gases. Journal of Food Science. 77:M171-175.Cold plasma: overview of plasma technologies and applications

- (Other)Niemira, B.A. 2012. Cold plasma: overview of plasma technologies and applications. Food Microbiology. Montville, T.J.,K.R. Matthews and K.E. Kniel.ASM Press. Washington, DC. Page 451.Cold plasma decontamination of foods

- (Review Article)Niemira, B.A. 2012. Cold plasma decontamination of foods. Annual Review of Food Science and Technology. 3:125-142.Physical and chemical interventions to mitigate risk associated with leafy greens

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2011. Physical and chemical interventions to mitigate risk associated with leafy greens. International Association for Food Protection Annual Meeting, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 31-August 3, 2011., Volume 1, P.1.Advances in cold plasma technology

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2011. Advances in cold plasma technology. International Association for Food Protection Annual Meeting., Milwaukee, Wisconsin., July 31-August 3, 2011., Volume 1, P.1.Influence of mycorrhizal fungi on survival of salmonella and E.coli O157:H7 in soil and translocation into allium porrum roots and stem

- (Abstract Only)Gurtler, J., Douds, D.D., Dirks, B.P., Quinlan, J.J., Niemira, B.A. 2011. Influence of mycorrhizal fungi on survival of salmonella and E.coli O157:H7 in soil and translocation into allium porrum roots and stem. International Association for Food Protection Annual Meeting, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 31 - August 3, 2011., Volume 1, P. 1.Storage time influences salmonella sensitivity to irradiation and sodium hypochlorite on leafy greens

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2011. Storage time influences salmonella sensitivity to irradiation and sodium hypochlorite on leafy greens [abstract]. Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting, June 11-14, 2011, New Orleans, Louisiana. 1:1.Application of polylactic acid coating with antimicrobials in reduction of Escherichia coli O157:H7 and Salmonella stanley on apples

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Jin, Z.T., Niemira, B.A. 2011. Application of polylactic acid coating with antimicrobials in reduction of Escherichia coli O157:H7 and Salmonella stanley on apples. Journal of Food Science. 76(3):184-188.Inactivation of avirulent Yersinia pestis in beef bologna by gamma irradiation

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Sommers, C.H., Niemira, B.A. 2011. Inactivation of avirulent Yersinia pestis in beef bologna by gamma irradiation. Journal of Food Protection. 74(4):627-630.Cold Plasma Research and Development at the USDA Eastern Regional Research Center

- (Trade Journal)Niemira,B. 2010. Cold Plasma Research and Development at the USDA Eastern Regional Research Center. IFT Nonthermal Processing Division NewsletterIrradiation as a non-thermal process for beverages, juices and fluid foods

- (Book / Chapter)Cold plasma - a non-thermal processing technology to inactivate human pathogens on foods

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2010. Cold plasma - a non-thermal processing technology to inactivate human pathogens on foods [abstract]. International Citrus and Beverage Conference. p. 1.Human pathogens in plant-based foods: risk and risk mitigation

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2010. Human pathogens in plant-based foods: risk and risk mitigation [abstract]. North Central APS Meeting. p. 1.Short pulse cold plasma treatment reduces Salmonella and E. coli O157:H7 on almonds

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B. 2010. Short pulse cold plasma treatment reduces salmonella and E.coli O157:H7 on almonds [abstract].Institute of Food Technologies Annual Meeting.Chicago,IL.p.1.Localization, growth, and inactivation of Salmonella Saintpaul on jalapeno peppers

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Liao, C., Cooke, P.H., Niemira, B.A. 2010. Localization, growth, and inactivation of Salmonella Saintpaul on jalapeno peppers. Journal of Food Science. 75(6):M377-M382.Escherichia coli O157:H7 biofilm formation and internalization on lettuce and spinach leaf surfaces reduces efficacy of irradiation and sodium hypochlorite washes

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A., Cooke, P.H. 2010. Escherichia coli O157:H7 biofilm formation and internalization on lettuce and spinach leaf surfaces reduces efficacy of irradiation and sodium hypochlorite washes. Journal of Food Science. 75(5):M270-M277.Low Dose Irradiation of Fresh and Fresh-Cut Produce

- (Book / Chapter)Food Irradiation – Principles and Applications

- (Book / Chapter)Irradiation for enhanced microbial safety of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B. 2009.Irradiation for enhanced microbial safety of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables [abstract].Council on Ionizing Radiation Measurements and Standards Annual Meeting.Gaithersburg,MD.p.1.Food irradiation: regulations and acceptance

- (Abstract Only)Niemira,B. 2009. Food irradiation regulations and acceptance [abstract].2009 Beijing International Conference on Non-Thermal Processing Technologies. Beijing,China. p.1.Microbial safety of fresh produce

- (Book / Chapter)Fan, X., Niemira, B.A., Doona, C.J., Feeherry, F.E., Gravani, R.B. 2009. Microbial safety of fresh produce. Ames, IA: Wiley-Blackwell. 446 p.Novel technologies for decontamination of fresh and minimally processed fruits and vegetables

- (Book / Chapter)Cold Plasma: A Novel Intervention for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

- (Abstract Only)Niemira,B. 2009. Cold Plasma: A Novel Intervention for Fresh Fruits and Produce [abstract].Philadlephia Conference of the Central Atlantic States Assn. of Food and Drug Officials (CASA). Bridgeton,NJ.p.1.Current Interventions for Enhancing Produce Safety and Security

- (Abstract Only)Niemira,B.2009.Current Interventions for Enhancing Produce Safety and Security [abstract].Philadelphia Conference of the Central Atlantic States Assn. of Food and Drug Officials (CASA).Bridgeton,NJ.p.1.Microbial safety and quality of Irradiated fresh produce

- (Abstract Only)Niemira,B.,Fan,X. 2009. Microbial safety and quality of irradiation fresh produce [abstract].Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting. Anaheim,CA.p.1.Efficacy of post-storage irradiation to reduce Salmonella on sliced tomatoes

- (Abstract Only)Niemira,B. 2010. Efficacy of post-storage irradiation to reduce slamonella on sliced tomatoes [abstract]. Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting.Chicago,IL. p.1.Microbial Safety of Fresh Produce - Preface

- (Book / Chapter)Fan, X., Niemira, B.A., Doona, C.J., Feeherry, F.E., Gravani, R.B. 2009. Microbial Safety of Fresh Produce - Preface. In: Fan, X., Niemira, B.A., Doona, C.J., Feeherry, F.E., Gravani, R.B., editors. Microbial Safety of Fresh Produce. Ames, IA: Willey-Blackwell. p. XV-XVI.Nonthermal food processing: technology summary and overview

- (Abstract Only)Niemira,B.2009. Nonthermal food processing:technology summary and overview[abstract].Drexel University Food Science Seminar Series. Philadelphia.PA.p.1.Food irradiation and nonthermal food processing: an overview for food science professionals

- (Abstract Only)Niemira,B. 2009. Food Irradiation and nonthermal food processing: an overview for food science professionals [abstract].Dept. of Food Science and Management Seminar Series.Delaware Valley College.p.1.The USDA Food Safety Intervention Technologies Research Unit: Overview and Introduction

- (Trade Journal)Niemira, B.A. 2009. The USDA Food Safety Intervention Technologies Research Unit: Overview and Introduction. IFT Food Engineering Division Newsletter. 4-5.Advanced Technologies for Detection and Elimination of Pathogens

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A., Zhang, H.Q. 2009. Advanced Technologies for Detection and Elimination of Pathogens. In: Sapers, G., Solomon, E., Matthews, K., editors. The Produce Contamination Problem — Causes and Solutions. Elsevier. 425-443.Research Update - Intervention Technologies for Enhancing the Safety and Security of Fresh and Minimally Processed Produce and Solid Plant-Derived Foods

- (Abstract Only)Niemira,B. 2009. Research Update-Intervention Technologies for enhancing the Safety and Security of Fresh and Minimally Processed produce and solid plant-derived foods [abstract].ARS-FSIS Research Coordination Meeting. Shepherdstown,WV.p.1.Inactivation of Microbial Contaminants in Fresh Produce

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A., Annous, B.A., Fan, X., Liao, C., Sites, J.E. 2009. Inactivation of Microbial Contaminants in Fresh Produce. In Al-Taher, F., Jackson, L.,DeVries, J., editors. Intentional and Unintentional Food Contaminants. Washington, DC: ACS Press. 12:183-206.Research Needs and Future Directions

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A., Fan, X., Gravani, R., Doona, C., Feherry, F. 2009. Research Needs and Future Directions. In Fan, X., Niemira, B.A., Doona, C.J., Feeherry, F., Gravani, R.B. editors. Microbial Safety of Fresh Produce. Ames, IA: Blackwell. 23:421-426.Irradiation enhances quality and microbial safety of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A., Fan, X. 2009. Irradiation enhances quality and microbial safety of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. In Fan, X., Niemira, B.A., Doona, C.J., Feeherry, F., Gravani, R.B. editors. Microbial Safety of Fresh Produce.  Ames, IA: Blackwell. 10:191-204.Cold plasma technologies for the inactivation of human pathogens on fresh and fresh-cut produce

- (Abstract Only)Niemira,B. 2008. Cold plasma technologies for the inactivation of human pathogens on fresh and fresh-cut produce [abstract].New Technology Symposium,GMA Fall Conference.Arlington,VA.p.1.Cold Plasma Inactivates Salmonella and Escherichia coli O157:H7 on Fresh Produce

- (Abstract Only)Niemira,B.,Sites,J. 2008. Cold Plasma Inactivates Salmonella and Escherichia coli O157:H7 on Fresh Produce [abstract].Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting. New Orleans,LA.p.1.Refrigerated storage of Escherichia coli O157:H7-inoculated Romaine lettuce and baby spinach reduces efficacy of irradiation and sodium hypochlorite washes

- (Abstract Only)Niemira,B. 2008. Refrigerated storage of Escherichia coli O157:H7-inoculated Romaine lettuce and baby spinach reduces efficacy of irradiation and sodium hypochlorite washes [abstract].Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting.New Orleans,LA. p.1.Irradiation Sensitivity of Planktonic and Biofilm-Associated Listeria Monocytogenes and L. Innocua as Influenced by Temperature of Biofilm Formation

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A. 2008. Irradiation Sensitivity of Planktonic and Biofilm-Associated Listeria Monocytogenes and L. Innocua as Influenced by Temperature of Biofilm Formation. Food and Bioprocess Technology. 79-85.Irradiation Compared with Chlorination for Elimination of Escherichia Coli O157:H7 Internalized in Lettuce Leaves: Influence of Lettuce Variety

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A. 2008. Irradiation Compared with Chlorination for Elimination of Escherichia Coli O157:H7 Internalized in Lettuce Leaves: Influence of Lettuce Variety. Journal of Food Science. 73(5):M208-M213.Cold Plasma Inactivates Salmonella Stanley and Escherichia coli O157:H7 Inoculated on Golden Delicious Apples

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A., Sites, J.E. 2008. Cold Plasma Inactivates Salmonella Stanley and Escherichia coli O157:H7 Inoculated on Golden Delicious Apples. Journal of Food Protection. 71(7):1357-1365.Food Irradiation for Produce Safety

- (Abstract Only)Niemara,B.2008. Food Irradiation for Produce safety [abstract].IFT-NWFPA Nonthermal workshop. Portland,OR. p.1.Irradiation of Fresh and Fresh-Cut Fruits and Vegetables

- (Trade Journal)Fan, X., Niemira, B.A., Prakash, A. 2008. Irradiation of Fresh and Fresh-Cut Fruits and Vegetables. Food Technology. 3:36-43.Inactivation of Microbial Contaminants in Fresh Produce

- (Abstract Only)Niemira,B. 2008. Inactivation of Microbial Contaminants in Fresh Produce [abstract].American Chemica Society International Meeting. New Orleans,LA.p.1.Improving the microbiological safety and quality of fresh and fresh-cut produce in the U.S.

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2007. Improving the microbiological safety and quality of fresh and fresh-cut produce in the U.S. [abstract]. Food Technology and Green Chemistry Meeting. p. 1.Relative Efficacy of Sodium Hypochlorite Wash Versus Irradiation to Inactivate Escherichia coli O157:H7 Internalized in Leaves of Romaine Lettuce and Baby Spinach

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A. 2007. Relative Efficacy of Sodium Hypochlorite Wash Versus Irradiation to Inactivate Escherichia coli O157:H7 Internalized in Leaves of Romaine Lettuce and Baby Spinach. Journal of Food Protection. 70(11):2526-2532.Irradiation Sensitivity of Planktonic and Biofilm-Associated Escherichia coli O157:H7 Isolates is Influenced by Culture Conditions

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A. 2007. Irradiation Sensitivity of Planktonic and Biofilm-Associated Escherichia coli O157:H7 Isolates is Influenced by Culture Conditions. Applied and Environmental Microbiology. 73(10): 3239-3244.Inactivation of Escherichia Coli  O157:H7 Internalized  in Romaine Lettuce and Baby Spinach Leaves:Sodium Hypochlorite Wash vs. Irradiation

- (Abstract Only)MODELING THE IRRADIATION-FOLLOWED-BY-HEAT INACTIVATION OF SALMONELLA INOCULATED IN LIQUID WHOLE EGG

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Alvarez, I., Niemira, B.A., Fan, X., Sommers, C.H. 2007. Modeling the irradiation-followed-by-heat inactivation of salmonella inoculated in liquid whole egg. Journal of Food Science. 72(5):M145-M152.EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE RADIATION RESISTANCE OF YERSINIA PESTIS SUSPENDED IN RAW GROUND PORK

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Sommers, C.H., Niemira, B.A. 2007. Effect of temperature on the radiation resistance of yersinia pestis suspended in raw ground pork. Journal of Food Safety. 27:317-325.Inactivation of Salmonella Enteriditis and Salmonella Senftenberg in liquid whole egg using generally recognized as safe additives, ionizing radiation and heat

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Alvarez, I., Niemira, B.A., Fan, X., Sommers, C.H. 2007. Inactivation of Salmonella Enteriditis and Salmonella Senftenberg in liquid whole egg using generally recognized as safe additives, ionizing radiation and heat. Journal of Food Protection. 70(6):1402-1409.NONTHERMAL PLASMA (NTP) AS A NOVEL FOOD PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY

- (Book / Chapter)BIOFILMS ON FRESH PRODUCE AND DIFFICULTIES IN DECONTAMINATION

- (Trade Journal)Annous, B.A., Solomon, E.B., Niemira, B.A. 2006. Biofilms on fresh produce and difficulties in decontamination. Food Quality. 80-84IONIZING RADIATION OF EGGS

- (Book / Chapter)RADIATION SENSITIVITY OF SALMONELLA ISOLATES RELATIVE TO RESISTANCE TO AMPICILLIN, CHLORAMPHENICOL OR GENTAMICIN

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A., Lonczynski, K., Sommers, C.H. 2006. Radiation sensitivity of salmonella isolates relative to resistance to ampicillin, chloramphenicol or gentamicin. Journal of Radiation Physics and Chemistry. 75:1080-1086.NALIDIXIC ACID RESISTANCE INFLUENCES SENSITIVITY TO IONIZING RADIATION AMONG SALMONELLA ISOLATES

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A., Lonczynski, K.A. 2006. Nalidixic acid resistance influences sensitivity to ionizing radiation among salmonella isolates. Journal of Food Protection. 69(7):1587-1593.INACTIVATION OF SALMONELLA SEROVARS IN LIQUID WHOLE EGG BY HEAT FOLLOWING IRRADIATION TREATMENTS

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)INACTIVATION OF SALMONELLA IN LIQUID WHOLE EGG BY IONIZING RADIATION AND HEAT

- (Abstract Only)Alvarez, I., Niemira, B.A., Fan, X., Sommers, C.H. 2005. Inactivation of salmonella in liquid whole egg by ionizing radiation and heat. Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting and Food Expo, July 16-20, 2005, New Orleans, LA. p. 108-4.SCIENTISTS AND SALESMEN: THE NEW OWNERSHIP OF BIOTECH

- (Proceedings)INACTIVATION OF PATHOGENS IN COMPLEX READY-TO-EAT FOODS USING GAMMA IRRADIATION

- (Abstract Only)Alvarez, I., Niemira, B.A., Fan, X., Sommers, C.H. 2005. Inactivation of pathogens in complex ready-to-eat foods using gamma irradiation [abstract]. Institute of Food Technologists Nonthermal Processing Division Workshop.  p.1.ANTIMICROBIAL EFFICACY OF COLD ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE PLASMA APPLIED TO INOCULATED FOOD SURFACES

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Alvarez, I., Annous, B.A., Gutsol, A., Fridman, A. 2005. Antimicrobial efficacy of cold atmospheric pressure plasma applied to inoculated food surfaces. IFT-NPD Meeting, September 15-16, 2005, Wyndmoor, PA.LOW-DOSE IRRADIATION OF FRESH AND FRESH-CUT PRODUCE: SAFETY, SENSORY AND SHELF LIFE

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A., Fan, X. 2006. LOW-DOSE IRRADIATION OF FRESH AND FRESH-CUT PRODUCE: SAFETY, SENSORY AND SHELF LIFE. IN: Sommers, C., Fan, X., editors. Food Irradiation Research and Technology. Blackwell Publishing. p. 169-184.NEW APPLICATIONS IN FOOD IRRADIATION

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A., Sommers, C.H. 2006. New applications in food irradiation. Heldman, D.R., editor. Encyclopedia of Agricultural, Food, and Biological Engineering. New York, NY: Taylor & Francis Group. p.1-6.STUDIES OF POST-IRRADIATION SURVIVAL OF LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES AND L. INNOCUA ON ENDIVE, REGROWTH UNDER MODIFIED ATMOSPHERE PACKAGING AND PRODUCT SENSORY QUALITIES

- (Proceedings)Niemira, B.A., Fan, X., Sokorai, K.J., Sommers, C.H., Rajkowski, K.T. 2006. STUDIES OF POST-IRRADIATION SURVIVAL OF LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES AND L. INNOCUA ON ENDIVE, REGROWTH UNDER MODIFIED ATMOSPHERE PACKAGING AND PRODUCT SENSORY QUALITIES. Meeting Abstract. 301-316.RADIATION SENSITIVITY AND QUALITY OF FRESH-CUT VEGETABLES EXPOSED TO GAMMA RADIATION

- (Proceedings)Fan, X., Niemira, B.A., Rajkowski, K.T., Sokorai, K.J. 2006. Radiation sensitivity and quality of fresh-cut vegetables exposed to gamma radiation. IAEA, July 22-30, 2005, Islamabad, Pakistan. p. 286-293.EFFECTS OF CALCIUM ASCORBATE AND IONIZING RADIATION ON THE SURVIVAL OF LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES AND PRODUCT QUALITY OF FRESH-CUT “GALA” APPLES

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Fan, X., Sokorai, K.J., Sommers, C.H., Niemira, B.A., Mattheis, J.P. 2005. Effects of calcium ascorbate and ionizing radiation on the survival of listeria monocytogenes and product quality of fresh-cut “gala” apples. Journal of Food Science. M352-358.TRENDS IN FOOD IRRADIATION

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Fan, X., Sommers, C.H., Alvarez, I. 2005. Trends in food irradiation. University of Sao Paulo, June 15, 2005, Sao Paulo, Brazil.IRRADIATION OF FRESH AND FRESH-CUT PRODUCE

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Fan, X. 2005. Irradiation of fresh and fresh-cut produce. Brazilian Association for Food Protection Annual Meeting, June 13-14 2005, Sao Paulo, Brazil.ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGIES FOR FOOD SAFETY

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2005. Alternative technologies for food safety. Brazilian Association for Food Protection Annual Meeting, June 13-14 2005, Sao Paulo, Brazil.HANDLING, PREPARING AND SERVING IRRADIATED FOOD: A GUIDE FOR THE FOOD SERVICE

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2005. Handling, preparing and serving irradiated food: a guide for the food service. National Restaurant Association Annual Meeting, May 22-24, 2005, Chicago, IL.INACTIVATION OF PLANKTONIC AND BIOFILM-ASSOCIATED SALMONELLA BY IONIZING RADIATION

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Solomon, E.B. 2005. Inactivation of planktonic and biofilm-associated salmonella by ionizing radiation. Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting, July 17-20, 2005, New Orleans, LA. p. 108-5.EFFECTS OF CALCIUM ASCORBATE, AN ANTIOXIDANT AND ANTIBROWNING AGENT, ON RADIATION RESISTANCE OF L. MONOCYTOGENES AND QUALITY OF "GALA" APPLE SLICES

- (Abstract Only)Fan, X., Sokorai, K.J., Sommers, C.H., Niemira, B.A., Mattheis, J.P. 2005. Effects of calcium ascorbate, an antioxidant and antibrowning agent, on radiation resistance of l. monocytogenes and quality of "gala" apple slices. Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting, July 16-20, 2004, New Orleans, LA. p. 36E-31.COMPARISON OF BIOFILM FORMATION BY SALMONELLA SPP. ORIGINATING FROM PRODUCE, ANIMAL, AND CLINICAL SOURCES

- (Abstract Only)Solomon, E.B., Niemira, B.A., Sapers, G.M., Annous, B.A. 2005. Comparison of biofilm formation by salmonella spp. originating from produce, animal, and clinical sources (abstract). International Association for Food Protection. Pager No. P1-48.NALIDIXIC ACID RESISTANCE INCREASES SENSITIVITY OF SALMONELLA TO IONIZING RADIATION IN SOLUTION AND IN ORANGE JUICE

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A. 2005. Nalidixic acid resistance increases sensitivity of salmonella to ionizing radiation in solution and in orange juice. Annual Meeting of International Association of Food Protection (IAFP), August 14-17, 2005, Baltimore, MD. p. 1-33.COLD, ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE PLASMA REDUCES LISTERIA INNOCUA ON THE SURFACE OF APPLES

- (Abstract Only)Niemira, B.A., Gutsol, A., Fridman, A. 2005. Cold, atmospheric pressure plasma reduces listeria innocua on the surface of apples.Annual Meeting of International Association of Food Protection (IAFP), August 14-17, 2005, Baltimore, MD. p. 2-40.IRRADIATION DESTRUCT VALUES OF SHIGELLA SONNIE, SALMONELLA OR ESCHERICHIA COLI O157:H7 AND POST IRRADIATION SURVIVAL AND REGROWTH OF INDIGENOUS MICROFLORA ON VEGETABLE SPROUTS AND ON WARM/COLD WATER-WASHED CUT ICEBERG LETTUCE

- (Proceedings)Rajkowski, K.T., Fan, X., Sommers, C.H., Niemira, B.A. 2006. Irradiation destruct values of shigella sonnie, salmonella or escherichia coli o157:h7 and post irradiation survival and regrowth of indigenous microflora on vegetable sprouts and on warm/cold water-washed cut iceberg lettuce. IAEA, July 25-29, 2005, Vienna, Austria. p. 317-324.BIOFILM FORMATION, CELLULOSE PRODUCTION, AND CURLI BIOSYNTHESIS BY SALMONELLA SPP. ORIGINATING FROM PRODUCE, ANIMAL, AND CLINICAL SOURCES

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Solomon, E.B., Niemira, B.A., Sapers, G.M., Annous, B.A. 2005. Biofilm formation, cellulose production, and curli biosynthesis by salmonella spp. originating from produce, animal, and clinical sources. Journal of Food Protection. 68(5): 906-912.SENSITIVITY OF PLANKTONIC AND BIOFILM-ASSOCIATED SALMONELLA TO IONIZING RADIATION

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A., Solomon, E.B. 2005. Sensitivity of planktonic and biofilm-associated salmonella to ionizing radiation. Applied and Environmental Microbiology. 71(5): 2732:2736.MECHANISMS OF MICROBIAL SPOILAGE OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A., Sommers, C.H., Ukuku, D.O. 2005. Mechanisms of microbial spoilage of fruits and vegetables. In: Lamikanra, O., Imam, S.H., Ukuku, D.O., editors. Produce Degradation: Reaction Pathways and their Prevention. New York, NY: Taylor and Francis Group. p. 463-482.QUALITY OF FRESH-CUT APPLE SLICES AS AFFECTED BY IONIZING RADIATION AND CALCIUM ASCORBATE TREATMENT

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Fan, X., Niemira, B.A., Mattheis, J.P., Hong, Z., Olson, D.W. 2005. Quality of fresh-cut apple slices as affected by ionizing radiation and calcium ascorbate treatment. Journal of Food Science. 70(2) S143-148.NALIDIXIC ACID RESISTANCE INCREASES SENSITIVITY OF ESCHERICHIA COLI O157:H7 TO IONIZING RADIATION IN SOLUTION AND ON GREEN LEAF LETTUCE

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A. 2005. Nalidixic acid resistance increases sensitivity of escherichia coli o157:h7 to ionizing radiation in solution and on green leaf lettuce. Journal of Food Science. 70(2): M121-M124.SENSORY EVALUATION OF IRRADIATED GROUND BEEF PATTIES FOR THE NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Fan, X., Niemira, B.A., Rajkowski, K.T., Phillips, J.G., Sommers, C.H. 2004. Sensory evaluation of irradiated ground beef patties for the national school lunch program. Journal of Food Science. 69:S394-S387.IRRADIATION AND MODIFIED ATMOSPHERE PACKAGING OF ENDIVE INFLUENCES SURVIVAL AND REGROWTH OF LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES AND PRODUCT SENSORY QUALITIES

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Niemira, B.A., Fan, X., Sokorai, K.J. 2005. Irradiation and modified atmosphere packaging of endive influences survival and regrowth of listeria monocytogenes and product sensory qualities. Journal of Radiation Physics and Chemistry. 72:41-48.IRRADIATION OF READY-TO-EAT FOODS AT USDA'S EASTERN REGIONAL RESEARCH CENTER - 2003 UPDATE

- (Proceedings)Sommers, C.H., Fan, X., Niemira, B.A., Rajkowski, K.T. 2004. Irradiation of ready-to-eat foods at usda's eastern regional research center - 2003 update. Journal of Radiation Physics and Chemistry. 71:511-514.LOW DOSE IONIZING RADIATION OF FRUIT JUICE: BENEFITS AND CONCERNS

- (Book / Chapter)FAN, X., NIEMIRA, B.A., THAYER, D.W. LOW DOSE IONIZING RADIATION OF FRUIT JUICE: BENEFITS AND CONCERNS. BOOK CHAPTER. 2004. CHAPTER 9. P. 138-150.RADIATION SENSITIVITY AND RECOVERABILITY OF LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES AND SALMONELLA ON FOUR LETTUCE TYPES

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)NIEMIRA, B.A. RADIATION SENSITIVITY AND RECOVERABILITY OF LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES AND SALMONELLA ON FOUR LETTUCE TYPES. JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE. 2003. V. 68 (9). P. 2784-2787.IRRADIATION OF READY-TO-EAT MEATS:  ELIMINATING LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES WHILE MAINTAINING PRODUCT QUALITY.

- (Book / Chapter)Sommers, C.H., Keser, N., Fan, X., Wallace, F.M., Novak, J.S., Handel, A.P., Niemira, B.A. 2004. Irradiation of ready-to-eat meats:  eliminating listeria monocytogenes while maintaining product quality. Komolprasert V. and Morehouse, K. Washington, D.C. American Chemical Society. p. 77-89.IONIZING RADIATION PROCESSING OF FRUITS AND FRUIT PRODUCTS

- (Book / Chapter)Niemira, B.A., Willemot, C., Marcotte, M., Deschenes, L. 2004. Ionizing radiation processing of fruits and fruit products. Processing Fruits:  Science and Technology, Volume 1. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press. p. 223-261.RADIATION (GAMMA) RESISTANCE AND POST-IRRADIATION GROWTH OF LISTERIA MONOCTYTOGENES SUSPENDED IN BEEF BOLOGNA THAT CONTAINED SODIUM DIACETATE AND POTASSIUM LACTATE

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)SOMMERS, C.H., FAN, X., NIEMIRA, B.A., SOKORAI, K.J. RADIATION (GAMMA) RESISTANCE AND POST-IRRADIATION GROWTH OF LISTERIA MONOCTYTOGENES SUSPENDED IN BEEF BOLOGNA THAT CONTAINED SODIUM DIACETATE AND POTASSIUM LACTATE. JOURNAL OF FOOD SAFETY. 2003. V. 66. P. 2051-2056.EFFECT OF IRRADIATION AND FROZEN STORAGE ON INJURY AND SURVIVAL OF SALMONELLA ENTERITIDIS IN CONCENTRATED ORANGE JUICE

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)NIEMIRA, B.A., SOMMERS, C.H., BOYD, G. EFFECT OF IRRADIATION AND FROZEN STORAGE ON INJURY AND SURVIVAL OF SALMONELLA ENTERITIDIS IN CONCENTRATED ORANGE JUICE. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION. 2003. V. 66 (10). P. 1916-1919.USE OF IONIZING RADIATION TO IMPROVE SENSORY AND MICROBIAL QUALITY OF FRESH-CUT GREEN ONION LEAVES

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)FAN, X., NIEMIRA, B.A., SOKORAI, K.J. USE OF IONIZING RADIATION TO IMPROVE SENSORY AND MICROBIAL QUALITY OF FRESH-CUT GREEN ONION LEAVES. JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE. 2003. V. 68. P. 1478-1483.SENSORIAL NUTRITIONAL AND MICROBIOLOGICAL QUALITY OF FRESH CILANTRO LEAVES AS INFLUENCED BY IONIZING IRRADIATION AND STORAGE

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)FAN, X., NIEMIRA, B.A., BAXENDALE, K.J. SENSORIAL NUTRITIONAL AND MICROBIOLOGICAL QUALITY OF FRESH CILANTRO LEAVES AS INFLUENCED BY IONIZING IRRADIATION AND STORAGE. FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL. 2003. V. 36. P. 713-719.IONIZING RADIATION SENSITIVITY OF LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES AND L. INNOCUA INOCULATED ON ENDIVE (CICHORIUM ENDIVA)

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)NIEMIRA, B.A., FAN, X., SOKORAI, K.J., SOMMERS, C.H. IONIZING RADIATION SENSITIVITY OF LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES AND L. INNOCUA INOCULATED ON ENDIVE (CICHORIUM ENDIVA). JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION. 2003. V. 66 (6). P. 993-998.FORMULATION OF SOY- AND BEEF-BASED READY TO EAT FOOD PRODUCTS INFLUENCES RADIATION SENSITIVITY OF SURFACE-INOCULATED LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES AND POST-IRRADIATION PRODUCT SENSORY PROPERTIES

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)NIEMIRA, B.A., SOMMERS, C.H., FAN, X., SOKORAI, K.J. FORMULATION OF SOY- AND BEEF-BASED READY TO EAT FOOD PRODUCTS INFLUENCES RADIATION SENSITIVITY OF SURFACE-INOCULATED LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES AND POST-IRRADIATION PRODUCT SENSORY PROPERTIES. JOURNAL OF FOOD SAFETY. 2003. V. 23. P. 35-46.RADIATION SENSITIVITY OF A PATHOGEN (LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES) AND A SURROGATE (L. INNOCUA) ON INOCULATED ENDIVE (CICHORIUM ENDIVA)

- (Other)Niemira, B.A., Fan, X., Sommers, C.H. 2003. Radiation sensitivity of a pathogen (listeria monocytogenes) and a surrogate (l. innocua) on inoculated endive (cichorium endiva). Report of 2nd FAO/IAE Research Co-ordination Meeting (RCM), April 14-18, 2003, Belfast, Ireland. p. 94-96.IRRADIATION OF FRESH AND MINIMALLY PROCESSED FRUITS, VEGETABLES AND JUICES

- (Book / Chapter)IRRADIATION TEMPERATURE INFLUENCES PRODUCT QUALITY FACTORS OF FROZEN       VEGETABLES AND RADIATION SENSITIVITY OF INOCULATED LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)SUSPENDING LETTUCE TYPE INFLUENCES RECOVERABILITY AND RADIATION SENSITIVITYOF ESCHERICHIA COLI O157:H7

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)RESEARCH PLANS: MICROBIOLOGICAL AND SENSORIAL RESPONSE OF LISTERIA   MONOCYTOGENES INOCULATED LEAFY SALAD VEGETABLES FOLLOWING IRRADIATION AND REFRIGERATED STORAGE UNDER MODIFIED ATMOSPHERE

- (Proceedings)Niemira, B.A., Fan, X., Rajkowski, K.T., Thayer, D.W. 2001. Research plans: microbiological and sensorial response of listeria   monocytogenes inoculated leafy salad vegetables following irradiation and refrigerated storage under modified atmosphere. Report of First FAO/IAEA Research Co-Ordination Meeting, November 5-9, 2001, Rio de Janeiro, Brasil. p. 19.CYCLOSPORA CAYETANENSIS:  RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND CONTROL BY IRRADIATION

- (Proceedings)Niemira, B.A., Thayer, D.W. 2001. Cyclospora cayetanensis:  research methodology and control by irradiation. Report of First FAO/IAEA Research CO-Ordination Meeting, November 5-9, 2001, Rio de Janeiro, Brasil. p. 1-7.EFFECT OF IONIZING RADIATION ON BEEF BOLOGNA CONTAINING SOY PROTEIN        CONCENTRATE

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