Sensitivity to Change in Cognitive Performance and Mood Measures of Energy and Fatigue in Response to Differing Doses of Caffeine or Breakfast
Journal Article 2009
This double-blind, placebo-controlled experiment compared the sensitivity to change of cognitive performance and mood measures of mental energy following consumption of either 100- or 200-mg caffeine or a 440-calorie breakfast. The results are published in the International Journal of Neuroscience (2009;119:975–994).
Selection and Characterization of DNA Aptamers With Binding Selectivity to Campylobacter jejuni Using Whole-Cell SELEX
Journal Article 2010
To identify DNA aptamers demonstrating binding specificity to Campylobacter jejuni cells, a whole-cell Systemic Evolution of Ligands by EXponential enrichment (SELEX) method was applied to a combinatorial library of FAM-labeled single-stranded DNA molecules. This study was published in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology (2010;87:2323–2334).
Second International ILSI North America Conference on Hydration and Health, November 15–16, 2011 – Miami Beach, Florida
Journal Article 2012
The International Life Sciences Institute North America Hydration Committee organized a conference on that featured experts in the field, attracting attendees from International sectors of government, industry, professional organizations, and academia. The conference reviewed the available science on hydration and related health issues, while also providing a scientific discussion of the compilation of data on fluid intake as it relates to health, well-being, disease, and human performance.
Refining the Threshold of Toxicological Concern (TTC) for Risk Prioritization of Trace Chemicals in Food
Journal Article 2009
This paper, published in Food and Chemical Toxicology (2009;47:2236–2245), builds on the existing TTC literature and recommends refinements that address two key areas: the inclusion of genotoxicity and duration of exposure.
Rat Kidney Pathology Induced by Chronic Exposure to Fumonisin B1 Includes Rare Variants of Renal Tubule Tumor
Journal Article 2001
The carcinogenicity of fumonisin B1 (FB1), a worldwide contaminant of corn produced by the Fusaria species of fungi, has been tested recently in 2-year feeding studies in Fischer F344 rats and B6C3F1 mice. Outcomes of this study were published in Toxicologic Pathology (2001;29:379–386).
Rapid and Sensitive Detection of Hepatitis A Virus in Representative Food Matrices
Journal Article 2008
Hepatitis A virus (HAV) is an important cause of foodborne disease worldwide. The detection of this virus in naturally contaminated food products is complicated by the absence of a reliable culture method and the presence of matrix-associated compounds that inhibit molecular detection. The study describes detection of HAV in food matrices, and the results are published in the Journal of Virological Methods (2008;147:177–187).
Proceedings From the ILSI North America International Conference on the Toxicology of Fumonism
Journal Article 2001
This conference aimed to assemble, present, and critically review the available data on the chemistry, toxicities, and mechanisms of the action of the fumonisin mycotoxins. Proceedings of the event were published in Environmental Health Perspectives (2001;109 S-2).
Preparing for the 2015 Dietary Guidelines: Health and culinary attributes of refined grains, added fibers and bran
Journal Article 2012
This publication summarizes 2011 AAACC International Annual Meeting Hot Topic Session provided an opportunity to explore the current scientific understanding of the nutritional and culinary value of including refined grains, added fibers, and bran in the diet.
Predicted Changes in Fatty Acid Intakes, Plasma Lipids, and Cardiovascular Disease Risk Following Replacement of trans Fatty Acid-Containing Soybean Oil with Application-Appropriate Alternatives
Journal Article 2012
This study aimed to model the effects of replacing TFA-containing partially hydrogenated soybean oil (PHSBO) with applicationappropriate alternatives on population fatty acid intakes, plasma lipids, and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk.
Persistence of Human Noroviruses on Food Preparation Surfaces and Human Hands
Journal Article 2010
This study, published in Food and Environmental Virology (2009;1:141–147), examines the persistence of representative human noroviruses on the fingertips of volunteers and on commonly used food preparation surfaces.