Challenges and Future Directions in Toxic Activity and Antimicrobial Application of Plant and Food Extracts
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Natural Products Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 352
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Interests: biotechnology; green growth; microbial pathogenesis
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Dear Colleagues,
The use of plant and food extracts as antimicrobial agents has gained significant attention due to the growing demand for natural and safe food preservation methods. These extracts offer a promising alternative to synthetic preservatives, which are often associated with health concerns and microbial resistance, appealing to consumer demand for safer and more sustainable food preservation methods. However, there are several challenges and future directions to consider in their application.
This Special Issue aims to cover various aspects including efficacy, safety, optimizing extraction methods, understanding mechanisms of action and eco-friendly production, and developing advanced delivery systems to enhance their application in the food industry.
Dr. Felipe Ascencio
Dr. Norma Hernández-Saavedra
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- effectiveness: evaluate the efficacy of extracts under various conditions and against different pathogens
- toxicity: investigate potential adverse effects of extracts on humans and animals
- biodiversity: explore the diversity of plant species to discover new antimicrobial properties
- sustainability: develop extraction and production methods that are environmentally friendly and sustainable
- innovation: apply modern technologies, such as biotechnology, to improve the efficacy of extracts
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