Improving Food Safety in Africa Using Cutting-Edge Biotechnology & Molecular Biology Approaches

Alhassan, Yusuf and Ajadi, Abdullahi Olanrewaju and Jerry, Oni Gbotemy and Wurie, Ahmed Wopa and Olajide, Temitope Esther (2024) Improving Food Safety in Africa Using Cutting-Edge Biotechnology & Molecular Biology Approaches. Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology, 16 (9). pp. 21-39. ISSN 2582-3698

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Abstract

Ensuring food safety in Africa is a critical challenge that requires innovative approaches. Food safety is a pressing concern in Africa, where the prevalence of foodborne diseases and contamination poses significant health and economic challenges. This review explores the potentials of advanced biotechnology and molecular biology approaches to enhance food safety across the continent. Key strategies include the use of whole genome sequencing, next-generation sequencing, foodomics, CRISPR systems, and other salient molecular diagnostics approaches and/or tools for improving food safety through rapid detection of contaminants, and the implementation of biotechnological methods to improve food processing and preservation. The integration of these cutting-edge techniques can mitigate the risks associated with foodborne pathogens, reduce post-harvest losses, and ensure the production of safe, nutritious food. By leveraging these innovations, Africa can build a robust food safety framework that aligns with global standards, ultimately contributing to public health, economic stability, and food security.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: Science Global Plos > Biological Science
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Date Deposited: 28 Aug 2024 08:26
Last Modified: 28 Aug 2024 08:26
URI: http://ebooks.manu2sent.com/id/eprint/2748

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