Terahertz spectroscopy technology as an innovative technique for food: Current state-of-the-Art research advances
With the dramatic development of source and detector components, terahertz (THz) spectroscopy technology has recently shown a renaissance in various fields such as medical, material, biosensing and pharmaceutical industry. As a rapid and noninvasive technology, it has been extensively exploited to e...
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Published in | Critical reviews in food science and nutrition Vol. 61; no. 15; pp. 2523 - 2543 |
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Main Authors | , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
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Boca Raton
Taylor & Francis
22.08.2021
Taylor & Francis Ltd |
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Online Access | Get full text |
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Summary: | With the dramatic development of source and detector components, terahertz (THz) spectroscopy technology has recently shown a renaissance in various fields such as medical, material, biosensing and pharmaceutical industry. As a rapid and noninvasive technology, it has been extensively exploited to evaluate food quality and ensure food safety. In this review, the principles and processes of THz spectroscopy are first discussed. The current state-of-the-art applications of THz and imaging technologies focused on foodstuffs are then discussed. The advantages and challenges are also covered. This review offers detailed information for recent efforts dedicated to THz for monitoring the quality and safety of various food commodities and the feasibility of its widespread application. THz technology, as an emerging and unique method, is potentially applied for detecting food processing and maintaining quality and safety. |
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ISSN: | 1040-8398 1549-7852 |
DOI: | 10.1080/10408398.2020.1779649 |