Jinru Chen

Description of Research Interests

* Molecular detection and characterization of foodborne bacterial pathogens
* Epidemiological typingGrowth, survival, death of and toxin production by pathogens in foods as influenced by thermal treatment, pH, acidity, chemical preservatives, water activity and modified atmosphere are being studied.
* Bacterial stress response
* Microbial physiology and pathogenicity
* Control of pathogens in food