Illuminating E-Beam Processing

This month’s Processing column will explore electron beam (e-beam) processing. E-beam processing uses a low energy form of irradiation and has emerged as a highly promising treatment for both food safety and quarantine purposes. It is also used to extend food shelf life. This column will review basic principles and applications of e-beam processing. Special thanks to coauthor Lindsay Carswell, manager at ScanTech Sciences, Atlanta, for her contributions to this column.

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