Rapid PCR Method for the Selection of 1,3-Pentadiene Non-Producing <i>Debaryomyces hansenii</i> Yeast Strains

To prevent microbial growth and its consequences, preservatives such as sorbic acid or its salts, commonly known as sorbates, are added to foods. However, some moulds and yeasts are capable of decarboxylating sorbates and producing 1,3-pentadiene. This is a volatile compound with an unpleasant &...

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Main Authors: Eva-María Rivas, Petra Wrent, María-Isabel de Silóniz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-02-01
Series:Foods
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/9/2/162