Water Activity in Foods: Fundamentals and Applications is a one-of-a-kind reference text that brings together an international group of food scientists, chemists, and engineers to present a broad but thorough coverage of an important factor known to influence the attributes of foods – water activity. A team of experienced editors designed this book for lasting value as a sound introduction to the concept of water activity for neophytes and seasoned professionals in both academe and industry. Topics have been carefully selected to provide a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms by which water activity influences the quality, shelf life, and safety of food products.

Water Activity in Foods belongs on the shelves of all food science professionals for use in product development, quality control, and food safety. Students and newcomers to these areas will appreciate the instructional approach adopted by the experienced teachers and industry specialists who have contributed chapters to this comprehensive overview.

This second edition of Water Activity in Foods furnishes those working within food manufacturing, quality control, and safety with a newly revised guide to water activity and its role in the preservation and processing of food items. With clear, instructional prose and illustrations, the book’s international team of contributors break down the essential principles of water activity and water–food interactions, delineating water’s crucial impact upon attributes such as flavor, appearance, texture, and shelf life.

The updated and expanded second edition continues to offer an authoritative overview of the subject, while also broadening its scope to include six newly written chapters covering the latest developments in water activity research. Exploring topics ranging from deliquescence to crispness, these insightful new inclusions complement existing content that has been refreshed and reconfigured to support the food industry of today.

This second edition of Water Activity in Foods furnishes those working within food manufacturing, quality control, and safety with a newly revised guide to water activity and its role in the preservation and processing of food items. With clear, instructional prose and illustrations, the book’s international team of contributors break down the essential principles of water activity and water–food interactions, delineating water’s crucial impact upon attributes such as flavor, appearance, texture, and shelf life.

The updated and expanded second edition continues to offer an authoritative overview of the subject, while also broadening its scope to include six newly written chapters covering the latest developments in water activity research. Exploring topics ranging from deliquescence to crispness, these insightful new inclusions complement existing content that has been refreshed and reconfigured to support the food industry of today.

Preserve food without invasive processing with these groundbreaking technologies Consumer demand for less processed foods have skyrocketed in recent decades. There is a growing desire for foods perceived as fresher and healthier than the products of traditional preservation processes, such as canning. A wide variety of new nonthermal processing techniques have emerged to meet this demand, technologies that have minimal effect on the nutritional and sensory characteristics of food while ensuring its microbiological safety. Nonthermal Processing Technologies for Food provides a comprehensive overview of nonthermal technologies and their current and emerging industrial applications. The book places particular emphasis on the pathway to commercialization for selected nonthermal technologies, highlighting clear opportunities for bringing processes or products to market. Fully revised and updated, with over 50% new material relative to the first edition, it is indispensable research for food scientists and professionals of every kind. Readers of the second edition of Nonthermal Processing Technologies for Food will also find: Examples of process design which make the book useful as a reference Detailed discussion of technologies including high pressure processing, pulsed electric field processing, irradiation, and more 15 brand new chapters covering new and emerging technologies Nonthermal Processing Technologies for Food is ideal for food scientists, engineers, and nonthermal processing professionals in industry, academic and regulatory roles, as well as food safety, and nutritional professionals. It is also a highly valuable reference for research scholars and students.

Water Activity in Foods: Fundamentals and Applications is a one-of-a-kind reference text that brings together an international group of food scientists, chemists, and engineers to present a broad but thorough coverage of an important factor known to influence the attributes of foods – water activity. A team of experienced editors designed this book for lasting value as a sound introduction to the concept of water activity for neophytes and seasoned professionals in both academe and industry. Topics have been carefully selected to provide a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms by which water activity influences the quality, shelf life, and safety of food products.

Water Activity in Foods belongs on the shelves of all food science professionals for use in product development, quality control, and food safety. Students and newcomers to these areas will appreciate the instructional approach adopted by the experienced teachers and industry specialists who have contributed chapters to this comprehensive overview.

This second edition of Water Activity in Foods furnishes those working within food manufacturing, quality control, and safety with a newly revised guide to water activity and its role in the preservation and processing of food items. With clear, instructional prose and illustrations, the book’s international team of contributors break down the essential principles of water activity and water–food interactions, delineating water’s crucial impact upon attributes such as flavor, appearance, texture, and shelf life.

The updated and expanded second edition continues to offer an authoritative overview of the subject, while also broadening its scope to include six newly written chapters covering the latest developments in water activity research. Exploring topics ranging from deliquescence to crispness, these insightful new inclusions complement existing content that has been refreshed and reconfigured to support the food industry of today.

This second edition of Water Activity in Foods furnishes those working within food manufacturing, quality control, and safety with a newly revised guide to water activity and its role in the preservation and processing of food items. With clear, instructional prose and illustrations, the book’s international team of contributors break down the essential principles of water activity and water–food interactions, delineating water’s crucial impact upon attributes such as flavor, appearance, texture, and shelf life.

The updated and expanded second edition continues to offer an authoritative overview of the subject, while also broadening its scope to include six newly written chapters covering the latest developments in water activity research. Exploring topics ranging from deliquescence to crispness, these insightful new inclusions complement existing content that has been refreshed and reconfigured to support the food industry of today.

Preserve food without invasive processing with these groundbreaking technologies Consumer demand for less processed foods have skyrocketed in recent decades. There is a growing desire for foods perceived as fresher and healthier than the products of traditional preservation processes, such as canning. A wide variety of new nonthermal processing techniques have emerged to meet this demand, technologies that have minimal effect on the nutritional and sensory characteristics of food while ensuring its microbiological safety. Nonthermal Processing Technologies for Food provides a comprehensive overview of nonthermal technologies and their current and emerging industrial applications. The book places particular emphasis on the pathway to commercialization for selected nonthermal technologies, highlighting clear opportunities for bringing processes or products to market. Fully revised and updated, with over 50% new material relative to the first edition, it is indispensable research for food scientists and professionals of every kind. Readers of the second edition of Nonthermal Processing Technologies for Food will also find: Examples of process design which make the book useful as a reference Detailed discussion of technologies including high pressure processing, pulsed electric field processing, irradiation, and more 15 brand new chapters covering new and emerging technologies Nonthermal Processing Technologies for Food is ideal for food scientists, engineers, and nonthermal processing professionals in industry, academic and regulatory roles, as well as food safety, and nutritional professionals. It is also a highly valuable reference for research scholars and students.