Harsh Kumar – författare

The book focuses on protein-based sensing technologies and their applications in health, food safety, and environmental monitoring. It discusses the principles and design of ELISA, LFIA, immunosensors, and enzyme-based sensors as effective analytical tools. The comprehensive text examines the fundamental construction and working principles of these technologies, their implementation in healthcare for clinical diagnostics and pathogen detection, applications in the food industry for identifying adulterants and contaminants, and their utility in environmental assessment for water quality monitoring. Organized in four distinct parts, the book provides in-depth coverage of point-of-care testing methodologies that directly impact human wellbeing across these critical domains. The book for undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD students, researchers and academicians in biotechnology, food science, food science and technology, microbiology, biotechnology, biochemistry, and chemistry.

Meat products are a rich source of essential nutrients, including high-quality proteins, B-complex vitamins and minerals. The perception of meat as a beneficial source of nutrients and a healthy food has been somewhat diminished due to its elevated levels of saturated fatty acids and cholesterol, which have frequently been associated with various health complications. Over the previous decades, scholars have tried to enhance the perception of processed meat products by designing and formulating healthier processed and value-added meat products. This has been achieved by incorporating ingredients that are deemed beneficial to health or by decreasing or eliminating detrimental constituents. The findings of such research have been disseminated through scholarly publications, including research articles and patents.     Healthier Meat Products introduces readers to meat products enriched with antioxidants, antimicrobials, bioactivecompounds, dietary fibers and lower levels of salt and nitrite, with a focus on healthier choices. By exploring these alternative approaches, readers gain a deeper understanding of how these products are developed, their nutritional profiles and their potential to transform our food system. The book covers the most recent advances in the production of processed meat products that promote health and wellness based on the existing scientific literature.

Meat products are a rich source of essential nutrients, including high-quality proteins, B-complex vitamins and minerals. The perception of meat as a beneficial source of nutrients and a healthy food has been somewhat diminished due to its elevated levels of saturated fatty acids and cholesterol, which have frequently been associated with various health complications. Over the previous decades, scholars have tried to enhance the perception of processed meat products by designing and formulating healthier processed and value-added meat products. This has been achieved by incorporating ingredients that are deemed beneficial to health or by decreasing or eliminating detrimental constituents. The findings of such research have been disseminated through scholarly publications, including research articles and patents.     Healthier Meat Products introduces readers to meat products enriched with antioxidants, antimicrobials, bioactivecompounds, dietary fibers and lower levels of salt and nitrite, with a focus on healthier choices. By exploring these alternative approaches, readers gain a deeper understanding of how these products are developed, their nutritional profiles and their potential to transform our food system. The book covers the most recent advances in the production of processed meat products that promote health and wellness based on the existing scientific literature.

With the prevalence of foodborne pathogens on the rise, the food industry faces an urgent need for novel and rapid detection techniques, with an emphasis on early surveillance and detection. Though contamination can occur at any stage of production, conventional methods, such as gas chromatography and high-performance liquid chromatography, have typically only been applied towards the end of the process. Not only are these methods costly and labor-intensive, but the fact that they are performed only towards the end of the production process also exposes the industry to significant loss. One increasingly popular alternative to conventional methods is information and communications technology (ICT), and electrochemical bio- and immunosensors in particular.  Ensuring Wellness: Immunosensors Monitoring Food Quality, and Pathogenicity Risks impresses on its audience the need to utilize immunosensor applications in the food industry. An immunosensor, which can take an electrochemical, optical, or piezoelectric form is a device that identifies and measures the specific interaction between an antibody and its target antigen, specifically the creation of a stable immunocomplex. Immunosensors offer user-friendly techniques for rapidly detecting foodborne pathogens in food and the environment, ensuring high precision and consistent outcomes. Applications for this technology include clinical diagnosis, food analysis, quality control, environmental investigations and industrial monitoring. Elucidating in-depth application of immunosensors in food sectors, this text bridges the gap between the research and food industries, and provides a timely, thorough update on the latest technological developments.

With the prevalence of foodborne pathogens on the rise, the food industry faces an urgent need for novel and rapid detection techniques, with an emphasis on early surveillance and detection. Though contamination can occur at any stage of production, conventional methods, such as gas chromatography and high-performance liquid chromatography, have typically only been applied towards the end of the process. Not only are these methods costly and labor-intensive, but the fact that they are performed only towards the end of the production process also exposes the industry to significant loss. One increasingly popular alternative to conventional methods is information and communications technology (ICT), and electrochemical bio- and immunosensors in particular.  Ensuring Wellness: Immunosensors Monitoring Food Quality, and Pathogenicity Risks impresses on its audience the need to utilize immunosensor applications in the food industry. An immunosensor, which can take an electrochemical, optical, or piezoelectric form is a device that identifies and measures the specific interaction between an antibody and its target antigen, specifically the creation of a stable immunocomplex. Immunosensors offer user-friendly techniques for rapidly detecting foodborne pathogens in food and the environment, ensuring high precision and consistent outcomes. Applications for this technology include clinical diagnosis, food analysis, quality control, environmental investigations and industrial monitoring. Elucidating in-depth application of immunosensors in food sectors, this text bridges the gap between the research and food industries, and provides a timely, thorough update on the latest technological developments.

This edited book offers a comprehensive exploration of the role that Streptomyces, a genus of actinobacteria, plays in sustainable agriculture. As the world grapples with the dual challenges of a growing population and environmental sustainability, Streptomyces emerges as a promising solution to enhance agricultural productivity while reducing reliance on harmful chemicals. This volume sheds new light on how Streptomyces can mitigate biotic and abiotic stresses, enhancing plant health and soil quality.The chapters cover topics such as the diversity of Streptomyces species and their bioactive metabolites, and their applications as biocontrol agents against phytopathogens, insect pests, and plant-parasitic nematodes. The book delves into the mechanisms by which these bacteria promote plant growth, offering insights into their potential to revolutionize agricultural practices. The book discusses the latest advancements in utilizing Streptomycetes for sustainable food production, addressing critical questions about their role in future agricultural systems.This volume is valuable for researchers, scholars, and practitioners in the fields of agriculture, microbiology, and environmental science. It invites readers to explore the intersection of microbial diversity and sustainable farming, providing insights that are crucial for developing innovative agricultural solutions.

This edited book offers a comprehensive exploration of the role that Streptomyces, a genus of actinobacteria, plays in sustainable agriculture. As the world grapples with the dual challenges of a growing population and environmental sustainability, Streptomyces emerges as a promising solution to enhance agricultural productivity while reducing reliance on harmful chemicals. This volume sheds new light on how Streptomyces can mitigate biotic and abiotic stresses, enhancing plant health and soil quality.The chapters cover topics such as the diversity of Streptomyces species and their bioactive metabolites, and their applications as biocontrol agents against phytopathogens, insect pests, and plant-parasitic nematodes. The book delves into the mechanisms by which these bacteria promote plant growth, offering insights into their potential to revolutionize agricultural practices. The book discusses the latest advancements in utilizing Streptomycetes for sustainable food production, addressing critical questions about their role in future agricultural systems.This volume is valuable for researchers, scholars, and practitioners in the fields of agriculture, microbiology, and environmental science. It invites readers to explore the intersection of microbial diversity and sustainable farming, providing insights that are crucial for developing innovative agricultural solutions.

This book highlights the significance of nanosensors for applications in the biomedical and healthcare sector. The topics emphasize the fundamental principles of nanosensors, their fabrication process, and their applications in different areas, such as biosensing, point-of-care (POC) development, drug delivery, biomedical imaging, and tissue engineering. The chapters cover the advancements in these areas by considering personalized medicine, telemedicine, and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven biosensing strategies. The book not only focuses on the advancements, but also highlights the challenges in this area from both technical and regulatory perspectives. Its content is written by experienced subject experts in a manner suited to the general public and researchers who are interested in nanotechnology and its applications in biomedical.