OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The median citation count of Quality Assurance and Safety of Crops & Foods is 4. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-06-01 to 2026-06-01.)

Article	Citations
Impact of sea salt concentration and salting time on <i>Bacillus cereus</i> contamination and on the physicochemical qualities of napa cabbage (Brassica rapa subsp. Pekinensis)	85
Comparative analysis of shelf life and quality attributes of basil (<i>Ocimum basilicum</i>) cultivated using nutrient film technique (NFT) and substrate-based hydroponic systems	74
Response of growth, photosynthesis, dry matter partition and roots to combined nitrogen–potassium stress in cucumber	55
Recent advances in nonthermal hurdle approach in the food sector	53
Microstructural characterization and evaluation of the physical and chemical quality of specialty roasted <i>Coffea arabica</i> L. with Pluma designation of origin	52
<i>In vitro</i> comparative study of enzyme inhibitory properties of herbal plants and their phenolic, tannin, and flavonoid content as natural inhibitors in public health	51
Cortex Mori extract inhibits migration and invasion of lung adenocarcinoma cells by blocking RECQL4-induced NF-κB and ERK signaling pathways	48
Essential oil from <i>Curcuma phaeocaulis</i> Val.: Chemical composition and anti-inflammatory activities via integrated multi-omics analysis in a zebrafish tail fin amputated model	47
Quality characteristics, amino acid composition, and bioactive potential of wheat cookies protein-enriched with unconventional legume protein isolates	44
Effects of marination and high-pressure processing on the physicochemical and sensory quality of ready-to-cook yellowfin (Thunnus albacares) tuna steak	42
An insight into mycotoxins decontamination from corn and corn-based products: an updated review of methods, challenges, and perspectives	41
Efficacy and safety of Shaoyao Gancao Tang for restless leg syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis	40
Extraction of antioxidant compounds from Espino maulino (Vachellia caven) fruit using supercritical CO<sub>2</sub> and accelerated solvent extraction in a serial process: characterization	39
Evaluation of particle size on the physicochemical properties of Moringa oleifera Lam. stem powder	36
Optimization of perilla seed oil extraction using supercritical CO<sub>2</sub>	36
Individual and combined decontamination effect of fermentation and ultrasound on aflatoxin B1 in wheat-based doughs: a preliminary study	34
Optimisation of the controlled atmosphere storage and shelf life of Lilium longiflorum	33
Inspection and classification of wheat quality using image processing	31
Characterization of a sodium alginate–carboxymethylcellulose film incorporated with cinnamaldehyde, and its application for preservation of almond paste	31
Mathematical description of protein extraction from muscle tissue of hydrobionts and determination of the effective molecular diffusion coefficient	31
Rapid detection of wheat components in starch products using the Proofman-LMTIA method	30
Phenolic profile, antioxidant activity, and active compounds of ethanolic extract and essential oil of <i>Calathea lutea</i> leaves	29
Brusatol inhibits the growth of prostate cancer cells and reduces HIF-1α/VEGF expression and glycolysis under hypoxia	25
Enrichment with industrial waste whey protein and exotic fruit flours as an innovative and functional ingredient in the production of low-fat functional mayonnaise	24
Effect of Pretreatments on bioremoval of metals and subsequent exposure to simulated gastrointestinal conditions	24

Prospects and challenges of date fruit value-addition in Oman	23
Surveillance of mycotoxin contaminants and mycotoxigenic fungi in agricultural produce	22
Effects of probiotic cultures on bioactive peptides, composition, and sensory traits of yogurt	22
Elemental analysis of wild Eriocheir sinensis: Determining the geographic origin and human health risk assessment	22
Boosting the nutritional value of edible dahlia flowers with nano-zinc oxide (ZnO)	22
Impact of high hydrostatic pressure on the single nucleotide polymorphism of stress-related dnaK, hrcA, and ctsR in the Lactobacillus strains	21
Role of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in cadmium tolerance in rice (Oryza sativa L): a meta-analysis	21
Characterization of jackfruit seed enriched pasta	20
Occurrence, dietary exposure and risk assessment to aflatoxins in red pepper flakes from Southeast of Türkiye	20
Effects of wine processed Polygonatum polysaccharides on immunomodulatory effects and intestinal microecology in mice	20
Aerotolerance of <i>Campylobacter</i> spp. in food chain: a meta-analysis on the prevalence and a systematic review on the persistence, genetic relatedness, and risk to humans	19
Acrylamide formation in carbohydrate-rich food powders consumed in Korea	19
Comparative effects of the probiotic bacteria and carob powder on the quality properties of peanut butter	19
Antimicrobial activities of polyphenol-based metabolites present in lettuce and recent methods for their estimation	19
Investigation and quantification of the potential antioxidant, inflammatory, and antibacterial bioactive molecules of the extracts of Algerian black and green table olive brine	19
Physicochemical evaluation of Prinsepia utilis seed oil (PUSO) and its utilization as a base in pharmaceutical soap formulation	18
Study on agricultural carbon emission efficiency calculation and driving path of grain production department in China	18
Application of an artificial neural network model to predict the change of moisture during drying of sturgeon bone marrow	16
Astragaloside IV inhibits the proliferation and migration of lens epithelial cells induced by TGF-β through the Jagged-1/Notch pathway	16
Causes, negative effects, and preventive methods of water pollution in Ethiopia	16
Sustainable rural economy and food security: An integrated approach to the circular agricultural model	15
Establishment of dairy product risk rank model based on the perspective of time, space, and potential contaminants	15
Formulation, batter properties, and sensory evaluation	15
Valorization of banana inflorescence with integrated blanching and Taguchi-optimized ultrasound extraction	15
Validation of herbal flavonoids for breast cancer through pharmacological networking and <i>in-vitro</i> studies against MCF-7 and HepG2	15
Quality-grade analysis of velvet antler materials using ultra-weak delayed luminescence combined with chemometrics	14
Oridonin protects hydrogen peroxide-induced human lens epithelial cell damage by regulating the NLRP3/NF-κB pathway and Nrf2-mediated oxidative stress	14
Ultrasound- and enzyme-assisted extraction of <i>Moringa oleifera</i> polysaccharides: bioactivity evaluation	14
Polysaccharide-based biopolymers: exploring film fabrication techniques, molecular interactions, and their potential food applications	14
Bioactive retention in 3D-printed strawberry snacks: Influence of fruit size and processing	14
Potential health risk assessment of metals in the muscle of seven wild fish species from the Wujiangdu reservoir, China	14
Apple diseases: detection and classification using transfer learning	13
A beetroot-based beverage produced by adding Lacticaseibacillus paracasei: an optimization study	13
Assessment of micro-macro elements and fatty acid profiles in Turkish salmon fillets during traditional hot smoking: Implications for human health risks	13
Commercial limes (calcium hydroxide) in corn tortilla production: Changes in pH, color, sensory characteristics, and shelf life	12
Enchanted stability of butterfly pea flower extract through colloidal gas aphrons (CGA) separation method using Tween-20 surfactant	12
Biotransformation of sesaminol triglycoside by intestinal microflora of swine supplemented with probiotic or antibiotic diet	12
Fungal bioconversion of brewery by-products	12
Agricultural economic security under the model of integrated agricultural industry development	12
Effects of phenolic compounds of colored wheats on colorectal cancer cell lines	11
Technological and safety properties of bacteriocin-producing <i>Enterococcus</i> strains isolated from traditional Turkish cheeses	11
Aflatoxin B1 elimination in low-grade maize by co-influence of heat and chemical treatment	11
Anti-aging activities of black highland barley bran, chrysoeriol, and its glucuronide derivative on <i>Caenorhabditis elegans</i>	10
Production of phenylalanine-reduced soymilk for phenylketonuria patients	10
Arctiin attenuates lipid accumulation, inflammation and oxidative stress in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease through inhibiting MAPK pathway	10
Eucommia ulmoides extract alleviated spinal cord injury in rats by inhibiting endoplasmic reticulum stress and oxidative stress	10
Formononetin: a review of its anti-inflammatory properties and mechanisms	10
Vegan bean-based product enriched with microgreens: chemical, antioxidant, and sensory evaluation	10
Effects of wheat malt and mashing process on non-starch polysaccharides in wheat beer	9
Aloperine inhibits RANKL-induced osteoclast differentiation via suppressing the MAPK signaling pathways	9

Heat and mass transfer law during microwave vacuum drying of rice	9
Hydrophobic carbon dots: An overview of the synthesis, purification, cytotoxicity, and potential applications in food safety and analytical chemistry	9
Combining network pharmacology and bioinformatics to identify bioactive compounds and potential mechanisms of action of Sedum aizoon L in the treatment of atherosclerosis	8
Occurrence of mycotoxins in pastures: A systematic review	8
Unlocking the production, bioactivity properties, and potential applications of hydrolyzed collagen from different sources: a review	8
Investigation of meat species adulteration in beef-based meat products via real-time PCR in Türkiye	8
Correction and Republication Notice	8
Extraction, characterization, and impact of Tartary buckwheat husk dietary fiber on metabolic functions and gut microbiota composition in obese mice	8
Impact of high hydrostatic pressure on the single nucleotide polymorphism of stress-related dnaK, hrcA, and ctsR in the Lactobacillus strains	8
Experimental study on compression fracture characteristics of wheat grains with different moisture content	8
Using phosphorus-dissolving microorganisms for quinoa quality enhancement: effects on root and leaf traits and nutrient composition of quinoa seedlings in coastal wetlands	8
Physicochemical characterization of sprouted cowpea starch by varieties	8
Exercise influences fatty acids in the longissimus dorsi muscle of Sunit lambs and improves dressing percentage by affecting digestion, absorption, and lipid metabolism	8
Design and application of soy protein isolate films reinforced with Janus nanoparticles for active packaging of minced meat	8
In vitro elucidation of the therapeutic applications of biosynthesized selenium nanoparticles using Saussurea costus root extract	8
Analysis of the economically motivated food adulteration in China based on 6477 events from 2000 to 2020	8
Determination and safety evaluation of metal element contents of Oviductus Ranae produced from <i>Rana dybowskii</i> by pond culture–forest grazing relay model in Heilongjiang Province, Ch	7
Preparation and characterization of Pummelo essential oil microcapsules and their application to preservation of <i>Agricus bisporus</i> (white mushrooms)	7
Growth of <i>Listeria monocytogenes</i> on fresh fish fillets stored in a Styrofoam-free eco-friendly cold pack container	7
The effect of starter cultures on peptide profiles identified in camel milk cheese	7
Chitosan and oregano essential oil pretreatments preserve quality and extend shelf life of organic strawberries during cold storage	7
Enhancing agricultural product trade efficiency through machine learning predictions and multi-objective optimization of financial strategies	7
Applying a hurdle-layered vulnerability assessment and critical control points framework to mitigate food fraud: a case study of a Taiwanese braised food small-sized enterprise	7
Physicochemical and microbiological analysis of goose meat	7
Zero-waste valorization of figs in fresh pasta	7
The role of fiber in gut health and chronic diseases: a comprehensive review	6
Antibacterial mechanism of geraniol against <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> by targeting the cell membrane	6
Effects of pot simulated heavy metal stress on growth and heavy metal accumulation of <i>Brassica chinensis L.</i> in greenhouse	6
Accentuated bioavailability of bioactive compounds in foods by nanotechnology-based delivery approaches	6
Silicic acid and potassium bicarbonate application affect fruit quality of strawberry cultivated in a rhizosphere cooling system at tropical lowland conditions	6
Effect of mango kernel seed starch-based active edible coating functionalized with lemongrass essential oil on the shelf-life of guava fruit	5
Natural ingredients and probiotics for lowering cholesterol and saturated fat in dairy products	5
Biopolymer-epigallocatechin materials: a sustainable approach material for food packaging	5
Biofilm formation, antibiotic resistance, and genome sequencing of a unique isolate Salmonella Typhimurium M3	5
Big data-driven risk decision-making and safety management in agricultural supply chains	5
Exploring the bioactive properties of Cornelian Cherry (<i>Cornus mas L.</i>) fruits and leaves: A pilot study of leaves applications in laying hens’ nutrition	5
Assessment of acrylamide in potato fries, chicken, and bread products in major cities of Pakistan during 2024 and estimation of dietary intake	5
Potentials of beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.) peel extract for quality enhancement of refrigerated beef meat	5
Wheat maturity identification based on improved RT-DETR model	5
Correlation of fatty acids, glyceride core aldehydes, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons during the thermal oxidation of hazelnut oil	5
AI-based automatic identification and processing techniques for agricultural safety information	5
Drying of persimmon fruit: effect on various quality characteristics and applications of the dried product	5
Technological aspects of Saccharomyces cerevisiae var. boulardii applications in fermented alcoholic beverages	5
Effects of nourishing qi, activating blood circulation, and inducing resuscitation on nerve cell pyroptosis after cerebral ischemia-reperfusion	5
Development of innovative tigernut-based nutritional snack by extrusion process: effects of die temperature, screw speed, and formulation on physicochemical characteristics	5
Elucidating the contribution of microorganisms to the spontaneous fermentation and the quality of Ivorian cacao (Theobroma cacao) beans: The quality of Ivorian cacao (Theobroma cacao) beans	5
Moutan Cortex extract inhibited the proliferation and migration of endometrial stromal cells by inhibiting OPN-induced, MAPK-mediated MMP9 activation	4
Isolation and characterization of a broad-spectrum phage SapYZU11 and its potential application for biological control of Staphylococcus aureus	4
Recent developments in encapsulation of α-lipoic acid for enhanced bioavailability and stability	4
Preparation of chitosan-based composite films with GG/QSM addition and investigation of their properties	4
Enhanced precision in greenhouse tomato recognition and localization: A study leveraging advances in Yolov5 and binocular vision technologies	4
Norcantharidin alleviates cyclophosphamide-induced immunosuppression via circBCL2L1/miR-30c-3-3p/TRAF6 axis	4
Breviscapine restores sevoflurane-induced cognitive dysfunction by activating the PI3K/Akt pathway and inhibiting NF-κB	4
Vintage identification of sauce-flavor liquor based on fluorescence spectroscopy	4
A novel analytical strategy for rapid detection of antibiotic dregs adulteration in feed protein materials by headspace gas chromatography–ion mobility spectrometry	4
Zebrafish models for the evaluation of essential oils (EOs): A comprehensive review	4
Discrimination of South American grains based on fatty acid	4
Chemical properties of Indonesian aloe vera and its hepatoprotective activity by targeting reactive oxygen species and TACE protein: comparison between gel and whole parts	4
Prevalence of anterior nares colonization of Palestinian diabetic patients with Staphylococcus aureus or methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus	4
Synbiotic and protein-enriched low-fat Sao Hai rice ice cream	4
Effect of mango kernel seed starch-based active edible coating functionalized with lemongrass essential oil on the shelf-life of guava fruit	4