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Ionizing irradiation.


Researchers are determining the efficacy of ionizing irradiation irradiation /ir·ra·di·a·tion/ (i-ra?de-a´shun)
1. radiotherapy.

2. the dispersion of nervous impulse beyond the normal path of conduction.

3.
 and processing variables to see how well they are able to inactivate in·ac·ti·vate
v.
1. To render nonfunctional.

2. To make quiescent.



in·acti·va
 pathogens, specifically on meat and poultry products. They are identifying possible interactions between ionizing irradiation and other processing technologies. Their goal with this intervention strategy is to maximize the quality of irradiated foods. The effects of irradiation treatments on quality will be evaluated by examining product sensorial sensorial /sen·so·ri·al/ (sen-sor´e-al) pertaining to the sensorium.

sen·so·ri·al
adj.
Of or relating to sensations or sensory impressions.
 properties; changes in volatile products; levels of vitamins; product color; and aroma. Contact: Vijay Juneja, USDA-ARS USDA-ARS United States Department of Agriculture-Agricultural Research Service , Eastern Regional Research Center, 600 E. Mermaid Lane, Wyndmoor, PA 19038. Phone: 215-233-6500. Fax: 215-233-6777. Email: vjuneja@errc.ars.usda.gov.
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Publication:Microbial Update International
Date:Jun 1, 2004
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