6. Glossary

Approche polyphasique; polyphasic approach

An approach that combines different types of analysis to characterize food spoilage, including microbiological, cultural and agricultural analyses, as well as physico-chemical, chemical (volatile compounds) and sensory analyses.

Biopreservation; biopreservation

A food preservation technique that involves applying bacterial strains or their metabolites to prevent the development of undesirable bacteria (pathogenic or spoilage), without altering the sensory characteristics of the food.

Genome; genome

Complete genetic material of an individual.

GRAS; Generally Recognizes as Safe

Status issued by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) in the United States for any substance added...