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Mathematical frameworks for modelling Listeria cross-contamination in food-processing plants.

Author(s) : SCHAFFNER D. W.

Type of article: Article

Summary

The possibility of modelling the cross-contamination of Listeria species, total Listeria monocytogenes, or specific L. monocytogenes strains using a quantitative mathematical model using Monte Carlo simulation techniques is proposed. This approach uses 2 different models: one that tracks L. monocytogenes number and prevalence for 4 different strains (Model I) and one that tracks only prevalence for a single strain (Model II). These models were developed to provide a starting framework for predictive modellers and scientists studying L. monocytogenes to begin research together with the ultimate goal of understanding and controlling L. monocytogenes in food-processing plants.

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  • Original title: Mathematical frameworks for modelling Listeria cross-contamination in food-processing plants.
  • Record ID : 2005-1253
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Ital. J. Food Sci. - vol. 69 - n. 6
  • Publication date: 2004/08

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