Innovative Analytical Strategies Based on Mass Spectrometry in Food Analysis
A special issue of Separations (ISSN 2297-8739). This special issue belongs to the section "Analysis of Food and Beverages".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 524
Special Issue Editor
Interests: mass spectrometry; separation science; analytical methods; biomolecules; food quality and safety
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to explore the cutting-edge applications of mass spectrometry (MS) in food analysis. By exploiting highly sensitive and specific techniques such as mass spectrometry, also coupled with chromatographic separation systems, researchers are revolutionising our understanding of food quality, safety, and authenticity. This Issue intends to delve into the investigation of molecular profiles and bioactive compounds in food matrices. In particular, it is dedicated to the quantification of specific analytes related to the quality and authenticity of food, the characterisation of novel markers, the use of targeted and untargeted approaches to monitor quality and authenticate food origins, as well as the detection of adulteration and the monitoring of contaminants and allergens to ensure food safety. This Special Issue aims to highlight the transformative impact of MS on the future of food analysis, providing valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and regulators.
Dr. Lucia Bartella
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- analytical methods
- mass spectrometry
- chromatography
- bioactive compounds
- contaminants
- targeted analysis
- untargeted analysis
- food
- vegetables
- beverages
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