Keywords
food safety
antibacterial
How to Cite
Abstract
This new 4-page fact sheet provides a brief introduction to bacteriophages and their potential for mitigating foodborne pathogens. It is intended for a general audience, including Extension agents. Written by Siman Liu, Naim Montazeri, and Keith R. Schneider, and published by the UF/IFAS Food Science and Human Nutrition Department.
https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fs438
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