This project provides comprehensive exercises on innovative analytical techniques designed to explore fungal pollutants and toxins in food, which leads to a tangible impact on food safety and public health. As a successful candidate, you will take advantage of full financial support, allocated academic guidance, and an opportunity to contribute to influential research that carries great importance to the industry. Join us in making a difference!

Wild toxins are toxic secondary receptors produced by various fungi that pollute food crops, which poses great risks to human and animal health. Among them, alternative Fungal toxins appear as pollutants that increase attention due to their presence in a wide range of nutrients that are commonly consumed, including pills, fruits and vegetables. With the high global interest in food safety, climate -related agriculture, organizational controls, careful detection and risk assessment of such fungal toxins have become critical ingredients of modern food science, toxicology, and public health specialties.

This research project aims to identify and measure the young alternative Fungal toxins in chosen food commodities using advanced analytical techniques, and assessing the risk of food exposure to consumers. Research will include the development of the method using the LC-MS/MS to detect poison, collect samples, analyze data, and compare the results with current safety thresholds. The project will also explore the potential factors of treatment or the environment that affects the presence of taccin, which contributes to valuable visions in the base of food safety.

Cranfield University is a higher studies institution that is famous for its research impact, strong industry partnerships, and focus on applied sciences. This project is supported by Barilla, a multinational food company dedicated to enhancing the quality and conversion to food throughout the supply chain. By working within the Magan Center for Applied Facilities (MCAM) at the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences (FEAS), the student will benefit from access to modern laboratories, supervision of experts and cooperation with a broader multidisciplinary team of scientists and industrial partners.

The project is expected to generate important data on the occurrence of levels and levels alternative Wild toxins in relevant food commodities, and contribute to a better understanding of the risks of exposure and support for the development of future food safety policies. The results may teach best practices in the industry, influence public health recommendations, and to identify research gaps for more toxic evaluation of less well -known fungal toxins.

Entry requirements

Applicants must receive the first or second degree honors in the UK or its equivalent in the relevant discipline. This project will fit … ..

This project is ideal for graduates who have a strong interest in food safety, public health, environmental sciences or biological sciences. It is especially suitable for those who feel curious about how pollutants affect, such as fungal toxins, on diets, health results, and regulatory frameworks.

Financing

To be qualified for this financing, applicants must be classified as a home fee student.

Funding classes

Under the auspices of Barilla, this worm will provide a grant of up to 20,780 pounds in addition to fees* for one year.

Civil: UK

Duration *: 1 year

1^street Supervisor: Andrea Patriarch

2^{The second abbreviation} Supervisor: Carla Servini

Reference Opportunities number: Cran-0017

How to apply

For more information, please contact:

Name: Andrea Patriarch

Email: Andrea.patriaca@cranfield.ac.uk

If you are eligible to apply for this course, please click the “App” button.