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Castillo, Alejandro Associate Professor
Positions
- Associate Professor, Food Science and Technology, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas A&M University
- Associate Professor, Animal Science, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Dr. Castillo's research interests include the development of control measures for minimizing and reducing pathogens in fresh and fresh-cut food products, the bacterial reduction on beef and pork products and fresh produce by sanitizing rinses and the use of electron beam irradiation for food safety purposes. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals, has authored or co-authored six book chapters and has published two books as editor. He teaches the graduate course in Microbiology of Foods and co-teaches the HACCP stacked course.
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Mu, M., Wang, X., Taylor, M., Castillo, A., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., Akbulut, M., & Min, Y.
(2023).
Multifunctional coatings for mitigating bacterial fouling and contamination. 55, 100717-100717.
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Mu, M., Liu, S., DeFlorio, W., Hao, L. i., Wang, X., Salazar, K. S., ... Akbulut, M.
(2023).
Influence of Surface Roughness, Nanostructure, and Wetting on Bacterial Adhesion. Langmuir.
39(15), 5426-5439.
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Gonzalez-Osuna, M. F., Torres-Arreola, W., Marquez-Rios, E., Wong-Corral, F. J., Lugo-Cervantes, E., Rodriguez-Figueroa, J. C., ... Del-Toro-Sanchez, C. L.
(2023).
Antioxidant Activity of Peptide Fractions from Chickpea Globulin Obtained by Pulsed Ultrasound Pretreatment. Horticulturae.
9(4), 415-415.
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Cabrera-Daz, E., Castillo, A., Martnez-Chvez, L., Beltrn-Huerta, J., Gutirrez-Gonzlez, P., Orozco-Garca, A. G., Garca-Frutos, R., & Martnez-Gonzles, N. E.
(2022).
Attachment and Survival of Salmonella enterica and Listeria monocytogenes on Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) as Affected by Relative Humidity, Temperature, and Storage Time. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
85(7), 1044-1052.
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Perez-Lewis, K. L., Yegin, Y., Oh, J. K., Castillo, A., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., Kerth, C. R., Akbulut, M., & Taylor, T. M.
(2022).
Reduction of Bacterial Enteric Pathogens and Hygiene Indicator Bacteria on Tomato Skin Surfaces by a Polymeric Nanoparticle-Loaded Plant-Derived Antimicrobial. Microorganisms.
10(2), 448-448.
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Parra-Flores, J., Hol, O., Acua, S., Lepuschitz, S., Pietzka, A., Contreras-Fernndez, A., ... Forsythe, S.
(2022).
Genomic Characterization of Cronobacter spp. and Salmonella spp. Strains Isolated From Powdered Infant Formula in Chile. Frontiers in Microbiology.
13, 884721.
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Arcot, Y., Liu, S., Ulugun, B., DeFlorio, W., Bae, M., Salazar, K. S., ... Scholar, E.
(2021).
Fabrication of Robust Superhydrophobic Coatings onto High-Density Polyethylene Food Contact Surfaces for Enhanced Microbiological Food Safety. ACS Food Science & Technology.
1(7), 1180-1189.
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Yegin, Y., Perez-Lewis, K. L., Liu, S., Kerth, C. R., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., Castillo, A., Akbulut, M., & Taylor, T. M.
(2021).
Antimicrobial-Loaded Polymeric Micelles Inhibit Enteric Bacterial Pathogens on Spinach Leaf Surfaces During Multiple Simulated Pathogen Contamination Events. Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems.
5, 646980.
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Liu, S., Ulugun, B., DeFlorio, W., Arcot, Y., Yegin, Y., Salazar, K. S., ... Akbulut, M.
(2021).
Development of durable and superhydrophobic nanodiamond coating on aluminum surfaces for improved hygiene of food contact surfaces. Journal of Food Engineering.
298, 110487-110487.
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Mohammad, Z., Beck, S., King, M., Griffin, D., & Castillo, A.
(2021).
Comparison between the Real-Time PCR and Crystal Diagnostic Xpress Immunoassay Methods for Detecting Salmonella and Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia coli in the Air of Beef Slaughter Establishments. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
84(1), 31-38.
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Mohammad, Z. H., Murano, E. A., Moreira, R. G., & Castillo, A.
(2020).
Effect of post inoculation drying procedures on the reduction of Salmonella on almonds by thermal treatments. FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL.
130, 108857-108857.
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Mohammad, Z., Kalbasi-Ashtari, A., Riskowski, G., Juneja, V., & Castillo, A.
(2020).
Inactivation of Salmonella and Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) from the surface of alfalfa seeds and sprouts by combined antimicrobial treatments using ozone and electrolyzed water. FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL.
136, 109488-109488.
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Mohammad, Z. H., Murano, E. A., Moreira, R. G., & Castillo, A.
(2019).
Effect of air- and vacuum-packaged atmospheres on the reduction of Salmonella on almonds by electron beam irradiation. 116, 108389-108389.
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Martnez-Chvez, L., Cuellar-Villalobos, I. G., Cabrera-Daz, E., Gutirrez-Gonzlez, P., Castillo, A., Hernndez-Iturriaga, M., ... Martnez-Gonzles, N. E.
(2019).
Effect of single and combined chemical and physical treatments on the survival of Salmonella and Escherichia coli O157:H7 attached to Valencia oranges. International journal of food microbiology.
300, 22-30.
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Gonzlez-Prez, C., Vargas-Arispuro, I., Aispuro-Hernndez, E., Aguilar-Gil, C., Aguirre-Guzmn, Y., Castillo, A., ... Martnez-Tllez, M.
(2019).
Potential Control of Foodborne Pathogenic Bacteria by Pediococcus pentosaceus and Lactobacillus graminis Isolated from Fresh Vegetables. 47(2), 183-194.
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Hudson, J. C., Tolen, T. N., Kirsch, K. R., Acuff, G., Taylor, T. M., Lucia, L. M., & Castillo, A.
(2019).
Comparison of Antimicrobial Treatments Applied via Conventional or Handheld Electrostatic Spray To Reduce Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia coli on Chilled Beef Outside Rounds. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
82(5), 862-868.
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Arias-Rios, E. V., Acuff, G. R., Castillo, A., Lucia, L. M., Niebuhr, S. E., & Dickson, J. S.
(2019).
Identification of a surrogate to validate irradiation processing of selected spices. Food Science & Technology.
102, 136-141.
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Oh, J. K., Liu, S., Jones, M., Yegin, Y., Hao, L. i., Tolen, T. N., ... Akbulut, M.
(2019).
Modification of aluminum surfaces with superhydrophobic nanotextures for enhanced food safety and hygiene. FOOD CONTROL.
96, 463-469.
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Mohammad, Z., Kalbasi-Ashtari, A., Riskowski, G., & Castillo, A.
(2019).
Reduction of Salmonella and Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli on alfalfa seeds and sprouts using an ozone generating system. International journal of food microbiology.
289, 57-63.
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Beck, S. H., Castillo, A., Kinney, K. A., Zuniga, A., Mohammad, Z., Lacey, R. E., & King, M. D.
(2019).
MONITORING OF PATHOGENIC BIOAEROSOLS IN BEEF SLAUGHTER FACILITIES BASED ON AIR SAMPLING AND AIRFLOW MODELING. Applied Engineering in Agriculture.
35(6), 1015-1036.
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Villarreal-Lara, R., Graciela Rodriguez-Sanchez, D., Diaz, D., Isabel Garcia-Cruz, M., Castillo, A., Pacheco, A., & Hernandez-Brenes, C.
(2019).
Purified avocado seed acetogenins: Antimicrobial spectrum and complete inhibition of Listeria monocytogenes in a refrigerated food matrix. 17(1), 228-239.
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Oh, J. K., Yegin, Y., Yang, F., Zhang, M., Li, J., Huang, S., ... Akbulut, M.
(2018).
The influence of surface chemistry on the kinetics and thermodynamics of bacterial adhesion. Scientific Reports.
8(1), 17247.
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Cabrera-Daz, E., Martnez-Chvez, L., Snchez-Camarena, J., Muiz-Flores, J. A., Castillo, A., Gutirrez-Gonzlez, P., ... Martnez-Gonzles, N. E.
(2018).
Simultaneous and individual quantitative estimation of Salmonella, Shigella and Listeria monocytogenes on inoculated Roma tomatoes (Lycopersicon esculentum var. Pyriforme) and Serrano peppers (Capsicum annuum) using an MPN technique. Food Microbiology.
73, 282-287.
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Kakani, G., Taylor, T. M., Martinez-Gonzales, N. E., Ofelia Rodriguez-Garcia, M., Martinez-Cardenas, C., Escalona-Buendia, H. B., & Castillo, A.
(2018).
Using antimicrobials as a food safety measure during phytosanitary treatments in mangoes. Postharvest Biology and Technology.
138, 114-124.
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Yegin, Y., Yegin, C., Oh, J. K., Orr, A., Zhang, M., Nagabandi, N., ... Akbulut, M.
(2017).
Ecotoxic effects of paclitaxel-loaded nanotherapeutics on freshwater algae, Raphidocelis subcapitata and Chlamydomonas reinhardtii. Environmental Science: Nano.
4(5), 1077-1085.
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Kirsch, K. R., Tolen, T. N., Hudson, J. C., Castillo, A., Griffin, D., & Taylor, T. M.
(2017).
Effectiveness of a Commercial Lactic Acid Bacteria Intervention Applied to Inhibit Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia coli on Refrigerated Vacuum-Aged Beef. International Journal of Food Science.
2017, 8070515-6.
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Villarreal-Silva, M., Genho, D. P., Ilhak, I., Lucia, L. M., Dickson, J. S., Gehring, K. B., Savell, J. W., & Castillo, A.
(2016).
Tracing Surrogates for Enteric Pathogens Inoculated on Hide through the Beef Harvesting Process. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
79(11), 1860-1867.
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Oh, J. K., Rapisand, W., Zhang, M., Yegin, Y., Min, Y., Castillo, A., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., & Akbulut, M.
(2016).
Surface modification of food processing and handling gloves for enhanced food safety and hygiene. Journal of Food Engineering.
187, 82-91.
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Jones-Ibarra, A. M., Wall, K. R., Vuia-Riser, J., Kerth, C. R., Castillo, A., & Taylor, T. M.
(2016).
Escherichia albertii Inactivation following l-Lactic Acid Exposure or Cooking in Ground Beef. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
79(9), 1475-1481.
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Martnez-Gonzles, N. E., Martnez-Chvez, L., Cabrera-Daz, E., Martnez-Crdenas, C., Gutirrez-Gonzlez, P., & Castillo, A.
(2016).
Use of a novel medium, the Polymyxin Ceftazidime Oxford Medium, for isolation of Listeria monocytogenes from raw or non-pasteurized foods. Food Microbiology.
55, 105-111.
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Cuervo, M. P., Lucia, L. M., & Castillo, A.
(2016).
Efficacy of Traditional Almond Decontamination Treatments and Electron Beam Irradiation against Heat-Resistant Salmonella Strains. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
79(3), 369-375.
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Martnez-Chvez, L., Cabrera-Diaz, E., Prez-Montao, J. A., Garay-Martnez, L. E., Varela-Hernndez, J. J., Castillo, A., ... Martnez-Gonzles, N. E.
(2015).
Quantitative distribution of Salmonella spp. and Escherichia coli on beef carcasses and raw beef at retail establishments. International journal of food microbiology.
210, 149-155.
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Palekar, M. P., Taylor, T. M., Maxim, J. E., & Castillo, A.
(2015).
Reduction of Salmonella enterica serotype Poona and background microbiota on fresh-cut cantaloupe by electron beam irradiation. International journal of food microbiology.
202, 66-72.
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Oh, J. K., Perez, K., Kohli, N., Kara, V., Li, J., Min, Y., ... Akbulut, M.
(2015).
Hydrophobically-modified silica aerogels: Novel food-contact surfaces with bacterial anti-adhesion properties. FOOD CONTROL.
52, 132-141.
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Clix-Lara, T. F., Kirsch, K. R., Hardin, M. D., Castillo, A., Smith, S. B., & Taylor, T. M.
(2015).
Investigation into Formation of Lipid Hydroperoxides from Membrane Lipids in Escherichia coli O157:H7 following Exposure to Hot Water. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
78(6), 1197-1202.
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Omac, B., Moreira, R. G., Castillo, A., & Castell-Perez, E.
(2015).
Growth of Listeria monocytogenes and Listeria innocua on fresh baby spinach leaves: Effect of storage temperature and natural microflora. Postharvest Biology and Technology.
100, 41-51.
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Kirsch, K. R., Taylor, T. M., Griffin, D., Castillo, A., Marx, D. B., & Smith, L.
(2014).
Growth of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) and impacts of chilling and post-inoculation storage on STEC attachment to beef surfaces. Food Microbiology.
44, 236-242.
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Clix-Lara, T. F., Rajendran, M., Talcott, S. T., Smith, S. B., Miller, R. K., Castillo, A., Sturino, J. M., & Taylor, T. M.
(2014).
Inhibition of Escherichia coli O157:H7 and Salmonella enterica on spinach and identification of antimicrobial substances produced by a commercial Lactic Acid Bacteria food safety intervention. Food Microbiology.
38, 192-200.
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Martnez-Gonzles, N. E., Martnez-Chvez, L., Martnez-Crdenas, C., Cabrera-Daz, E., & Castillo, A.
(2014).
The Polymyxin Ceftazidime Oxford Medium as an alternative selective and differential medium for isolation of Listeria monocytogenes from raw or unpasteurized food. Food Microbiology.
38, 44-51.
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Maxim, J. E., Neal, J. A., & Castillo, A.
(2014).
Development of a novel device for applying uniform doses of electron beam irradiation on carcasses. MEAT SCIENCE.
96(1), 373-378.
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Sipahi, R. E., Castell-Perez, M. E., Moreira, R. G., Gomes, C., & Castillo, A.
(2013).
Improved multilayered antimicrobial alginate-based edible coating extends the shelf life of fresh-cut watermelon (Citrullus lanatus). Food Science & Technology.
51(1), 9-15.
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Martnez-Gonzles, N. E., Martnez-Crdenas, C., Martnez-Chvez, L., Ramos-Prez, N. E., Taylor, T. M., Ulloa-Franco, C. C., & Castillo, A.
(2013).
Effect of the use of a neutralizing step after antimicrobial application on microbial counts during challenge studies for orange disinfection. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
76(2), 328-332.
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Perez, K. L., Alam, M. J., Castillo, A., & Taylor, T. M.
(2013).
Antibiotic resistance and growth of the emergent pathogen Escherichia albertii on raw ground beef stored under refrigeration, abuse, and physiological temperature. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
76(1), 124-128.
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Vadlamudi, S., Taylor, T. M., Blankenburg, C., & Castillo, A.
(2012).
Effect of chemical sanitizers on Salmonella enterica serovar Poona on the surface of cantaloupe and pathogen contamination of internal tissues as a function of cutting procedure. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
75(10), 1766-1773.
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King, A. M., Miller, R. K., Castillo, A., Griffin, D. B., & Hardin, M. D.
(2012).
Effects of lactic acid and commercial chilling processes on survival of Salmonella, Yersinia enterocolitica, and Campylobacter coli in pork variety meats. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
75(9), 1589-1594.
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Perez, K. L., Lucia, L. M., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., Castillo, A., & Taylor, T. M.
(2012).
Efficacy of antimicrobials for the disinfection of pathogen contaminated green bell pepper and of consumer cleaning methods for the decontamination of knives. International journal of food microbiology.
156(1), 76-82.
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Ingham, S.
(2012).
"Evaluation of additional cooking procedures to achieve lethality microbiological performance standards for large, intact meat products," a comment on: J. Food Prot. 74(10):1741-1745 (2011). JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
75(4), 629-630.
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Haneklaus, A. N., Harris, K. B., Cuervo, M. P., Ilhak, O. I., Lucia, L. M., Castillo, A., ... Savell, J. W.
(2012).
Response. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
75(4), 629-630.
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Mrquez-Gonzlez, M., Cabrera-Daz, E., Hardin, M. D., Harris, K. B., Lucia, L. M., & Castillo, A.
(2012).
Survival and germination of Clostridium perfringens spores during heating and cooling of ground pork. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
75(4), 682-689.
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Neal, J. A., Marquez-Gonzalez, M., Cabrera-Diaz, E., Lucia, L. M., O'Bryan, C. A., Crandall, P. G., Ricke, S. C., & Castillo, A.
(2012).
Comparison of multiple chemical sanitizers for reducing Salmonella and Escherichia coli O157:H7 on spinach (Spinacia oleracea) leaves. FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL.
45(2), 1123-1128.
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Laster, B. A., Harris, K. B., Lucia, L. M., Castillo, A., & Savell, J. W.
(2012).
Efficacy of trimming chilled beef during fabrication to control Escherichia coli O157:H7 surrogates on subsequent subprimals. MEAT SCIENCE.
90(2), 420-425.
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Haneklaus, A. N., Harris, K. B., Cuervo, M. P., Ilhak, O. I., Lucia, L. M., Castillo, A., ... Savell, J. W.
(2012).
"Evaluation of Additional Cooking Procedures To Achieve Lethality Microbiological Performance Standards for Large, Intact Meat Products," A Comment on: J. Food Prot. 74(10):1741-1745 (2011) Response. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
75(4), 629-630.
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Martnez-Gonzles, N. E., Martnez-Chvez, L., Martnez-Crdenas, C., & Castillo, A.
(2011).
Comparison of different washing treatments for reducing pathogens on orange surfaces and for preventing the transfer of bacterial pathogens to fresh-squeezed orange juice. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
74(10), 1684-1691.
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Haneklaus, A. N., Harris, K. B., Cuervo, M. P., Ilhak, O. I., Lucia, L. M., Castillo, A., ... Savell, J. W.
(2011).
Evaluation of additional cooking procedures to achieve lethality microbiological performance standards for large, intact meat products. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
74(10), 1741-1745.
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Haneklaus, A. N., Harris, K. B., Mrquez-Gonzlez, M., Lucia, L. M., Castillo, A., Hardin, M. D., Osburn, W. N., & Savell, J. W.
(2011).
Alternative cooling procedures for large, intact meat products to achieve stabilization microbiological performance standards. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
74(1), 101-105.
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Brandt, A. L., Castillo, A., Harris, K. B., Keeton, J. T., Hardin, M. D., & Taylor, T. M.
(2011).
Synergistic inhibition of Listeria monocytogenes in vitro through the combination of octanoic acid and acidic calcium sulfate. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
74(1), 122-125.
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Brandt, A. L., Castillo, A., Harris, K. B., Keeton, J. T., Hardin, M. D., & Taylor, T. M.
(2010).
Inhibition of Listeria monocytogenes by food antimicrobials applied singly and in combination. JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE.
75(9), M557-M563.
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Neal, J. A., Booren, B., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., Miller, R. K., Lucia, L. M., Maxim, J. E., & Castillo, A.
(2010).
Shelf life and sensory characteristics of baby spinach subjected to electron beam irradiation. JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE.
75(6), S319-S326.
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Alvarado-Casillas, S., Ibarra-Snchez, L. S., Martnez-Gonzles, N. E., Rodrguez-Garca, M. O., & Castillo, A.
(2010).
Validation of a washing and sanitizing procedure for cantaloupes at a mexican packing facility. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
73(2), 362-365.
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Cabrera-Diaz, E., Moseley, T. M., Lucia, L. M., Dickson, J. S., Castillo, A., & Acuff, G. R.
(2009).
Fluorescent protein-marked Escherichia coli biotype I strains as surrogates for enteric pathogens in validation of beef carcass interventions. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
72(2), 295-303.
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Neal, J. A., Cabrera-Diaz, E., Mrquez-Gonzlez, M., Maxim, J. E., & Castillo, A.
(2008).
Reduction of Escherichia coli O157:H7 and Salmonella on baby spinach, using electron beam radiation. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
71(12), 2415-2420.
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Duong, D. Q., Crandall, P. G., Pohlman, F. W., O'Bryan, C. A., Balentine, C. W., & Castillo, A.
(2008).
Improving ground beef safety and stabilizing color during irradiation using antioxidants, reductants or TSP. MEAT SCIENCE.
78(4), 359-368.
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Gomes, C., Moreira, R. G., Castell-Perez, M. E., Kim, J., Da Silva, P., & Castillo, A.
(2008).
E-Beam irradiation of bagged, ready-to-eat spinach leaves (Spinacea oleracea): an engineering approach. JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE.
73(2), E95-102.
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Alvarado-Casillas, S., Ibarra-Snchez, S., Rodrguez-Garca, O., Martnez-Gonzles, N., & Castillo, A.
(2007).
Comparison of rinsing and sanitizing procedures for reducing bacterial pathogens on fresh cantaloupes and bell peppers. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
70(3), 655-660.
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Varela-Hernndez, J. J., Cabrera-Diaz, E., Cardona-Lpez, M. A., Ibarra-Velzquez, L. M., Rangel-Villalobos, H., Castillo, A., Torres-Vitela, M. R., & Ramrez-Alvarez, A.
(2007).
Isolation and characterization of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O157:H7 and non-O157 from beef carcasses at a slaughter plant in Mexico. International journal of food microbiology.
113(2), 237-241.
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Knight, T. D., Castillo, A., Maxim, J., Keeton, J. T., & Miller, R. K.
(2007).
Effectiveness of potassium lactate and sodium diacetate in combination with irradiation to control Listeria monocytogenes on frankfurters. JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE.
72(1), M026-M030.
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Castillo, A., Villarruel-Lpez, A., Navarro-Hidalgo, V., Martnez-Gonzlez, N. E., & Torres-Vitela, M. R.
(2006).
Salmonella and Shigella in freshly squeezed orange juice, fresh oranges, and wiping cloths collected from public markets and street booths in Guadalajara, Mexico: incidence and comparison of analytical routes. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
69(11), 2595-2599.
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Rodriguez, O., Castell-Perez, M. E., Ekpanyaskun, N., Moreira, R. G., & Castillo, A.
(2006).
Surrogates for validation of electron beam irradiation of foods. International journal of food microbiology.
110(2), 117-122.
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Schmidt, H. M., Palekar, M. P., Maxim, J. E., & Castillo, A.
(2006).
Improving the microbiological quality and safety of fresh-cut tomatoes by low-dose electron beam irradiation. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
69(3), 575-581.
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Ellebracht, J. W., King, D. A., Castillo, A., Lucia, L. M., Acuff, G. R., Harris, K. B., & Savell, J. W.
(2005).
Evaluation of peroxyacetic acid as a potential pre-grinding treatment for control of Escherichia coli O157:H7 and Salmonella Typhimurium on beef trimmings. MEAT SCIENCE.
70(1), 197-203.
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Moy, J., Sharma, A., & Castillo, A.
(2005).
Letters to the editor (multiple letters). JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE.
70(3),
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Duffy, E. A., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., Castillo, A., Pillai, S. D., Ricke, S. C., & Acuff, G. R.
(2005).
Survival of salmonella transformed to express green fluorescent protein on Italian parsley as affected by processing and storage. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
68(4), 687-695.
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King, D. A., Lucia, L. M., Castillo, A., Acuff, G. R., Harris, K. B., & Savell, J. W.
(2005).
Evaluation of peroxyacetic acid as a post-chilling intervention for control of Escherichia coli O157:H7 and Salmonella Typhimurium on beef carcass surfaces. MEAT SCIENCE.
69(3), 401-407.
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Navarro-Hidalgo, V., Cabrera-Daz, E., Zepeda, H., Mota de la Garza, L., Castillo, A., & Torres-Vitela, R.
(2005).
Levels and enterotoxigenicity of Clostridium perfringens in pozole, tamales, and birria. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
68(2), 331-335.
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Duffy, E. A., Lucia, L. M., Kells, J. M., Castillo, A., Pillai, S. D., & Acuff, G. R.
(2005).
Concentrations of Escherichia coli and genetic diversity and antibiotic resistance profiling of Salmonella isolated from irrigation water, packing shed equipment, and fresh produce in Texas. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
68(1), 70-79.
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Castillo, A., & Palekar, M.
(2005).
JFS: Letters to the editor: Vol. 70, no. 3. JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE.
70(3), IX-IX.
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Palekar, M. P., Cabrera-Diaz, E., Kalbasi-Ashtari, A., Maxim, J. E., Miller, R. K., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., & Castillo, A.
(2004).
Effect of electron beam irradiation on the bacterial load and sensorial quality of sliced cantaloupe. JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE.
69(9), M267-M273.
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Ibarra-Snchez, L. S., Alvarado-Casillas, S., Rodrguez-Garca, M. O., Martnez-Gonzles, N. E., & Castillo, A.
(2004).
Internalization of bacterial pathogens in tomatoes and their control by selected chemicals. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
67(7), 1353-1358.
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Castillo, A., Mercado, I., Lucia, L. M., Martnez-Ruiz, Y., Ponce de Len, J., Murano, E. A., & Acuff, G. R.
(2004).
Salmonella contamination during production of cantaloupe: a binational study. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
67(4), 713-720.
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Villarruel-Lpez, A., Mrquez-Gonzlez, M., Garay-Martnez, L. E., Zepeda, H., Castillo, A., Mota de la Garza, L., Murano, E. A., & Torres-Vitela, R.
(2003).
Isolation of Arcobacter spp. from retail meats and cytotoxic effects of isolates against vero cells. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
66(8), 1374-1378.
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Martnez-Gonzales, N. E., Hernndez-Herrera, A., Martnez-Chvez, L., Rodrguez-Garca, M. O., Torres-Vitela, M. R., Mota de la Garza, L., & Castillo, A.
(2003).
Spread of bacterial pathogens during preparation of freshly squeezed orange juice. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
66(8), 1490-1494.
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Castillo, A., McKenzie, K. S., Lucia, L. M., & Acuffi, G. R.
(2003).
Ozone treatment for reduction of Escherichia coli 0157:H7 and Salmonella serotype typhimurium on beef carcass surfaces. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
66(5), 775-779.
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Castillo, A., Lucia, L. M., Mercado, I., & Acuff, G. R.
(2001).
In-Plant evaluation of a lactic acid treatment for reduction of bacteria on chilled beef carcasses. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
64(5), 738-740.
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Castillo, A., Lucia, L. M., Roberson, D. B., Stevenson, T. H., Mercado, I., & Acuff, G. R.
(2001).
Lactic acid sprays reduce bacterial pathogens on cold beef carcass surfaces and in subsequently produced ground beef. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
64(1), 58-62.
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Torres-Vitela, M. R., Castillo, A., Ibarra-Velazquez, L. M., Navarro-Hidalgo, V., Rodrguez-Garca, M. O., Martnez-Gonzles, N. E., & Prez-Montao, J. A.
(2000).
Survival of Vibrio cholerae O1 in ceviche and its reduction by heat pretreatment of raw ingredients. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
63(4), 445-450.
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Stevenson, T. H., Castillo, A., Lucia, L. M., & Acuff, G. R.
(2000).
Growth of Helicobacter pylori in various liquid and plating media. Letters in Applied Microbiology.
30(3), 192-196.
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Ellebracht, E. A., Castillo, A., Lucia, L. M., Miller, R. K., & Acuff, G. R.
(1999).
Reduction of pathogens using hot water and lactic acid on beef trimmings. JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE.
64(6), 1094-1099.
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Escartin, E. F., Castillo, A., Hinojosa-Puga, A., & Saldaa-Lozano, J.
(1999).
Prevalence of Salmonella in chorizo and its survival under different storage temperatures. Food Microbiology.
16(5), 479-486.
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Castillo, A., Lucia, L. M., Kemp, G. K., & Acuff, G. R.
(1999).
Reduction of Escherichia coli O157:H7 and Salmonella typhimurium on beef carcass surfaces using acidified sodium chlorite. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
62(6), 580-584.
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Castillo, A., Lucia, L. M., Goodson, K. J., Savell, J. W., & Acuff, G. R.
(1999).
Decontamination of beef carcass surface tissue by steam vacuuming alone and combined with hot water and lactic acid sprays. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
62(2), 146-151.
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Castillo, A., Lucia, L. M., Goodson, K. J., Savell, J. W., & Acuff, G. R.
(1998).
Comparison of water wash, trimming, and combined hot water and lactic acid treatments for reducing bacteria of fecal origin on beef carcasses. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
61(7), 823-828.
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Castillo, A., Dickson, J. S., Clayton, R. P., Lucia, L. M., & Acuff, G. R.
(1998).
Chemical dehairing of bovine skin to reduce pathogenic bacteria and bacteria of fecal origin. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
61(5), 623-625.
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Castillo, A., Lucia, L. M., Goodson, K. J., Savell, J. W., & Acuff, G. R.
(1998).
Use of hot water for beef carcass decontamination. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
61(1), 19-25.
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Torres-Vitela, M. R., Castillo, A., Finne, G., Rodriguez-Garcia, M. O., Martinez-Gonzales, N. E., & Navarro-Hidalgo, V.
(1997).
Incidence of Vibrio cholerae in Fresh Fish and Ceviche in Guadalajara, Mexico. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
60(3), 237-241.
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Torres-Vitela, M. R., Escartin, E. F., & Castillo, A.
(1995).
Risk of Salmonellosis Associated with Consumption of Chocolate in Mexico. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
58(5), 478-481.
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Castillo, A., & Escartin, E. F.
(1994).
Survival of Campylobacter jejuni on Sliced Watermelon and Papaya. JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION.
57(2), 166-168.
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Perez-Lewis, K. L., Yegin, Y., Oh, J. K., Castillo, A., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., Kerth, C. R., Scholar, E., & Taylor, T. M.
Encapsulated Plant-Derived Antimicrobial Reduces Enteric Bacterial Pathogens on Melon Surfaces during Differing Contamination and Sanitization Treatment Scenarios
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Perez-Lewis, K., Yegin, Y., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., Castillo, A., Kerth, C., Akbulut, M., & Taylor, T. M.
Geraniol-Loaded Polymeric Nanoparticles Inhibit Enteric Pathogens on Spinach during Posttreatment Refrigerated and Temperature Abuse Storage. Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems.
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Hashemi, H., Hashemi, M., Talcott, S., Castillo, A., Taylor, T. M., & Akbulut, M.
Nanoimbibition of Essential Oils in Triblock Copolymeric Micelles as Effective Nanosanitizers against Food Pathogens Listeria monocytogenes and Escherichia coli O157:H7
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Mu, M., Wang, X., Taylor, M., Castillo, A., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., Akbulut, M., & Min, Y.
(2023).
Multifunctional coatings for mitigating bacterial fouling and contamination. 55, 100717-100717.
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chapter
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Arias-Rios, E. V., Cabrera-Diaz, E., Marquez-Gonzalez, M., & Castillo, A.
(2017).
Natural Food Antimicrobials of Animal Origin. MICROBIAL CONTROL AND FOOD PRESERVATION: THEORY AND PRACTICE.
(pp. 55-83).
Springer Nature.
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Edid Martinez-Gonzales, N., & Castillo, A.
(2016).
Safety of fresh-squeezed juices. FOOD HYGIENE AND TOXICOLOGY IN READY-TO-EAT FOODS.
(pp. 183-208).
Elsevier.
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Martnez-Gonzles, N. E., & Castillo, A.
(2016).
Chapter 11 Safety of fresh-squeezed juices. Food Hygiene and Toxicology in Ready-to-Eat Foods.
(pp. 183-208).
Elsevier.
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Castillo, A., Martinez-Tellez, M. A., & Ofelia Rodriguez-Garcia, M.
(2014).
Melons. PRODUCE CONTAMINATION PROBLEM: CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS, 2ND EDITION.
(pp. 207-236).
Elsevier.
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Castillo, A., Martnez-Tllez, M. A., & Rodrguez-Garca, M. O.
(2014).
Chapter 10 Melons. The Produce Contamination Problem.
(pp. 207-236).
Elsevier.
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Marquez-Gonzalez, M., Harris, K. B., & Castillo, A.
(2010).
Interventions for Hazard Control in Foods during Harvesting. PATHOGENS AND TOXINS IN FOODS: CHALLENGES AND INTERVENTIONS.
(pp. 379-395).
American Society for Microbiology.
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Castillo, A., Martinez-Tellez, M. A., & Ofelia Rodriguez-Garcia, M.
(2009).
Melons. PRODUCE CONTAMINATION PROBLEM: CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS.
(pp. 189-221).
Elsevier.
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Castillo, A., Martnez-Tllez, M. A., & Rodrguez-Garca, M. O.
(2009).
Chapter 9 Melons. The Produce Contamination Problem.
(pp. 189-221).
Elsevier.
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Castillo, A., & RodrguezGarca, M. O.
(2004).
Bacterial Hazards in Fresh and FreshCut Produce: Sources and Control. Preharvest and Postharvest Food Safety.
(pp. 43-58).
Wiley.
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Molina, J. F., Barbosa-Cnovas, G. V., Swanson, B. G., & Clark, S.
(2001).
Inactivation by High-Intensity Pulsed Electric Fields. Control of Foodborne Microorganisms.
(pp. 383-398).
Taylor & Francis.
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Arias-Rios, E. V., Cabrera-Diaz, E., Marquez-Gonzalez, M., & Castillo, A.
(2017).
Natural Food Antimicrobials of Animal Origin. MICROBIAL CONTROL AND FOOD PRESERVATION: THEORY AND PRACTICE.
(pp. 55-83).
Springer Nature.
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conference paper
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Oh, J. K., Yegin, Y., Rapisand, W., Zhang, M., Castillo, A., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., & Akbulut, M.
(2019).
Modification of food-safe glove surfaces with superhydrophobic nanotextures for enhanced food safety. ABSTRACTS OF PAPERS OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY.
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Talibart, R., Denis, M., Castillo, A., Cappelier, J. M., & Ermel, G.
(2000).
Survival and recovery of viable but noncultivable forms of Campylobacter in aqueous microcosm. International journal of food microbiology.
263-267.
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Oh, J. K., Yegin, Y., Rapisand, W., Zhang, M., Castillo, A., Cisneros-Zevallos, L., & Akbulut, M.
(2019).
Modification of food-safe glove surfaces with superhydrophobic nanotextures for enhanced food safety. ABSTRACTS OF PAPERS OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY.
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institutional repository document
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Oh, J. K., Liu, S., DeFlorio, W., Hao, L. i., Kim, S. B., Salazar, K. S., ... Akbulut, M.
(2020).
Influence of Surface Roughness of Hydrophobic and Superhydrophobic Substrates on Bacterial Adhesion: A Multiscale Investigation
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Oh, J. K., Liu, S., DeFlorio, W., Hao, L. i., Kim, S. B., Salazar, K. S., ... Akbulut, M.
(2020).
Influence of Surface Roughness of Hydrophobic and Superhydrophobic Substrates on Bacterial Adhesion: A Multiscale Investigation
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patent
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Maxim, J., Neal, J., & Castillo, A.
(2011).
Maxim electron scatter chamber
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Maxim, J., Neal, J., & Castillo, A.
(2011).
Maxim electron scatter chamber
Research
principal investigator on
- Quality and Safety of Fresh-cut Vegetables and Fruits awarded by National Institute of Food and Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2019 - 2022
- Ecology, Management and Utilization of Woody Plants on Rangelands awarded by National Institute of Food and Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2015 - 2019
- Laboratory Capacity GAP's Assessment awarded by United States Department of Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2014 - 2015
co-principal investigator on
investigator on
- Bacteria Super-Repellent and Water-efficient, Self-Cleaning Surfaces for Vegetable Washing, Grading, and Packing Machinery and Equipment awarded by United States Department of Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2019 - 2023
- Support to African Union SPS Efforts awarded by United States Department of Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2019 - 2020
- FY18 Mexico TBT BFP(GuevaraLuna,M)@TAMU awarded by United States Department of Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2018 - 2020
- CFP18 South Africa - Meat Inspection awarded by United States Department of Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2018 - 2019
- Cochran Fellowship Program: Ethiopia – Meat and Poultry Safety awarded by United States Department of Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2018
- CFP Kazakhstan US Systems Audits awarded by United States Department of Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2016
- CFP: FY16 FS -TAMU - Philippines awarded by United States Department of Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2016
- SESP Eygpt TAMU Fellow #6 Bostros awarded by United States Department of Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2015 - 2016
- Laboratory Capacity GAP's Assessment awarded by United States Department of Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2014 - 2015
- Laboratory Capacity GAP's Assessment awarded by United States Department of Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2014 - 2015
- Macedonia Meat Processing awarded by United States Department of Agriculture - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States) 2014 - 2015
Teaching
teaching activities
- ANSC691 Research Instructor
- DASC606 Microbiology Of Foods Instructor
- FSTC324 Food Safe Prev Controls Instructor
- FSTC481 Seminar Instructor
- FSTC606 Microbiology Of Foods Instructor
- FSTC681 Seminar Instructor
- FSTC684 Professional Intrnship Instructor
- FSTC685 Directed Studies Instructor
- FSTC691 Research Instructor
- FSTC691 Research: In-absentia Instructor
- NFSC324 Food Safe Prev Controls Instructor
- NFSC606 Microbiology Of Foods Instructor
- NFSC684 Professional Internship Instructor
- NFSC685 Directed Studies Instructor
- NFSC691 Research Instructor
- NUTR691 Research Instructor
Works By Students
chaired theses and dissertations
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Adavi, Megha Sarthak (2012-07). Electron Beam Irradiation for Improving Safety of Fruits and Vegetables.
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Arias Rios, Elba Veronica (2017-05). Standardization of Inoculation Procedures for Salmonellae and Surrogate Bacteria for Validating Spice/Herb Pathogen Reduction Processes.
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Bryant, Alana Michelle (2017-11). Factors Affecting the Growth and Survival of Salmonella and Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia coli on Microgreens.
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Cuervo Pliego, Mary (2012-02). Comparison of Current Almond Pasteurization Methods and Electron Beam Irradiation as an Alternative.
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Cuervo Pliego, Mary Pia (2009-05). Effect of natural antimicrobials against Salmonella, Escherichia coli o157:h7 and Listeria monocytogenes.
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Hudson, Jessica C. (2015-12). Comparison of Antimicrobial Treatments Applied via Conventional Spray or Electrostatic Spray to Reduce Shiga-Toxigenic Escherichia coli (STEC) on Chilled Beef Outside Rounds.
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Kakani, Grihalakshmi (2009-05). Interventions for ensuring food safety in mangoes during phytosanitary treatments.
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Kirsch, Katie Rose (2015-08). Lactic Acid Bacteria as an Intervention Against Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia coli in Beef.
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Marquez Gonzalez, Mayra (2009-05). Heat resistance and outgrowth of clostridium perfringens spores as affected by the type of heating medium, and heating and cooling rates in ground pork.
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Mohammad, Zahra Hassan (2018-08). Detection of Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia Coli and Salmonella Aerosolized In Various Areas of Commercial Slaughter Plants by Using Dynamic Bioaerosol Monitoring Techniques.
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Mohammed, Zahra Hassan (2013-08). Effect of Accelerated Drying on the Reduction of Salmonella on Almonds by Thermal and Electron Beam Irradiation Pasteurization Treatments.
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Neal, Jack A. (2010-07). THE EFFECTS OF ELECTRON BEAM IRRADIATION AND SANITIZERS IN THE REDUCTION OF PATHOGENS AND ATTACHMENT PREVENTION ON SPINACH.
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Onafowokan, Ayoola A (2013-01). Quantitative Assessment of the Presence of Salmonella and Fecal Indicators in Mexican Tomatoes for Export to the United States.
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Perez, Keila Lizth (2011-08). Efficacy of Consumer-Available Antimicrobials for the Disinfection of Pathogen Contaminated Green Bell Pepper and Efficacy of Consumer Cleaning Methods for the Decontamination of Knives.
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Rodriguez, Jose Gabriel (2007-04). Development of a carcass sanitizing spray system for small and very small slaughterhouses.
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Schmidt, Heather Martin (2005-11). Improving the microbiological quality and safety of fresh-cut tomatoes by low dose electron beam irradiation.
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Vadlamudi, Sasi (2005-02). Effect of sanitizer treatments on Salmonella enterica serotype Poona on the surface of cantaloupe and cell transfer to the internal tissue during cutting practices.
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Villarreal Silva, Mariana (2011-10). Simulation of Contamination Through the Post-Harvest Environment Using Surrogate Organisms.
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Villarreal Silva, Mariana (2016-08). Role of Epiphytic Bacteria in the Colonization of Fruits and Leafy Greens by Foodborne Bacterial Pathogens.
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Yegin, Yagmur (2020-11). Mechanistic Investigation of Inactivating Bacterial Food Pathogens with Nanoparticles.
Background
education and training
- Ph.D. in Food Science and Technology, Texas A&M University - (College Station, Texas, United States) 1998
- M.Sc. in Food Microbiology & Hygiene, University of Guadalajara - (Guadalajara, Mexico) 1987
- B.Sc. in Biology, Chemistry & Pharmacy, University of Guadalajara - (Guadalajara, Mexico) 1977
Contact
first name
- Alejandro
has last name
- Castillo
mailing address
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Texas A&M University
Animal Science
2471 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-2471
USA
Other
- a-castillo@tamu.edu