Mycotoxin Detection, Assessment, and Detoxification

Dear Colleagues,

Mycotoxins are the most common natural toxins in plant-based foods. They are produced by fungi, which occur frequently in cereals, nuts, fruits, vegetables, legumes, herbs and spices. Exposure to mycotoxins can lead to adverse health effects due to their toxic effects such as carcinogenicity, genotoxicity, cytotoxicity, immune modulation, and oestrogenic effects. Therefore, novel strategies for detection, risk evaluation, and mitigation are crucial for minimizing exposure and improving safety.

Submissions that explore novel analytical techniques for mycotoxin detection, including liquid and gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry, immunoassays, biosensors, and nanotechnology-based methods, are welcomed. Contributions related to human and animal exposure assessment, dietary intake modeling, and risk assessments are highly encouraged. There is a need for studies focused on detoxification and mitigation strategies with physical, chemical, and biological approaches that reduce mycotoxin levels in food and feed.  

This Special Issue, “Mycotoxin Detection, Assessment, and Detoxification”, aims to bring together innovative research and reviews that advance our understanding and control of mycotoxin occurrence. By collecting innovative research on mycotoxin detection techniques, health risk evaluations, and mitigation strategies, this Special Issue will provide a clearer image on the current landscape of mycotoxin contamination.

Dr. Octavian Augustin Mihalache
Guest Editor

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