Innovative Applications of Molecular Techniques and Genetic Engineering in Foods
A special issue of Foods (ISSN 2304-8158). This special issue belongs to the section "Food Biotechnology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 118
Special Issue Editors
Interests: epigenetics; molecular nutrition; noncoding RNAs; mitochondria; polyphenols; polyunsaturated fatty acids
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In recent years, society has witnessed remarkable progress in molecular techniques and genetic engineering, which offer a wide range of opportunities and significantly promote technologies that enhance food quality, safety, and nutritional value. This Special Issue aims to bring together the latest research and developments in the application of these novel technologies in the food industry. The research articles and reviews in this Special Issue cover a diverse range of topics, including novel nucleic acid-based methods for food analysis and detection, the utilization of innovative molecular techniques in food safety and quality control, advanced genetic engineering in food production, the safety and ethical consideration of genetically modified food resources, etc. This Special Issue may also give an outlook on the future of these techniques in the field, such as gene editing technologies and the integration of omics technologies. It will provide valuable insights into the potential benefits and challenges of these technologies and highlight the importance of innovative approaches to improve food quality, safety, and sustainability.
Prof. Dr. Guiling Li
Guest Editor
Dr. Yulei Chen
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- nucleic acids
- safety control
- genetic modification
- omics technologies
- food components
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