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In the webinar "Invisible danger in juice - recognizing, controlling and preventing Alicyclobacillus", experts from the fruit juice and concentrate industry will gain in-depth insights into the biology, detection strategies and prevention approaches for Alicyclobacillus spp.
The focus will be on current research findings and the application of modern gene probe technology in quality laboratories.
| Upcoming dates: | tbd. |
| Time: | 6:00 PM (CET) |
| Duration: | 60 minutes + Q&A session |
| Speaker: | Dr. Jiri Snaidr Dr. Claudia Beimfohr |
| Platform: | Zoom Webinar |
| Language: German | German |
Aim of the Webinar
Alicyclobacillus spp. are among the critical spoilage organisms in the fruit juice industry. Their spores, especially Alicyclobacillus acidoterrestris, survive standard pasteurization processes, produce sensory off-flavours (especially guaiacol) and can render entire batches economically unusable.
This webinar shows how this invisible danger can be recognized in time, microbiologically limited and prevented in the long term - with concrete recommendations for quality management and laboratory practice
The two core topics of the webinar:
- LECTURE 1: Alicyclobacillus reloaded - Biology & Quality Management (Dr. Jiri Snaidr)
- Current status of taxonomy and genomic diversity
- Spore formation and extreme resistance mechanisms
- Biofilms: from zero to million-strong colonies
- Guaiacol pathway: the origin of the "disinfectant aroma"
- Overview of current studies and their significance for practice
- Prevention along the entire production line: from raw material to bottling
- LECTURE 2: Molecular monitors - VIT® & Flow VIT® in the quality laboratory (Dr. Claudia Beimfohr)
- Rapid detection with VIT® gene probe technology
- Automated control by Flow VIT® flow cytometry
- Practical examples: Application from the raw material to the end product
- Economic advantages: Shorten storage times, avoid recalls
The webinar will be supplemented by practical case studies that highlight specific examples. It will show how targeted microbiological control stabilizes production processes, improves profitability and creates long-term competitive advantages.
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