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Research Publications (Food Safety)

This page tracks research articles published in national and international peer-reviewed journals. Recent articles are available ahead of print and searchable by Journal, Article Title, and Category. Research publications are tracked across six categories: Bacterial Pathogens, Chemical Contaminants, Natural Toxins, Parasites, Produce Safety, and Viruses. Articles produced by USDA Grant Funding Agencies (requires login) and FDA Grant Funding Agencies (requires login) are also tracked in Scopus.

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  1. Aflatoxin B1-Induced COX-2 Expression Promotes Mitophagy and Contributes to Lipid Accumulation in Hepatocytes In Vitro and In Vivo

    • International Journal of Toxicology
    • Aim:Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) is hepatotoxic. Numerous studies have shown that mitochondria play an essential role in AFB1-induced steatosis. However, the mechanisms of AFB1-induced steatosis via mitochondria are still obscure.

      • Aflatoxins
      • Natural toxins
  2. Naturally Occurring Level of Aflatoxin B1 Injures Human, Canine and Bovine Leukocytes Through ATP Depletion and Caspase Activation

    • International Journal of Toxicology
    • Aflatoxin (AF) B1 is a potent hepatotoxic, mutagenic, teratogenic mycotoxin and may cause immune suppression/dysregulation in humans and animals. Toxic effects of AFB1 on key mammalian immune cells (ie, leukocytes) needs to be mechanistically elucidated.

      • Aflatoxins
      • Natural toxins