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View article: Evaluation of Listeria monocytogenes Dissemination in a Beef Steak Tartare Production Chain
Evaluation of Listeria monocytogenes Dissemination in a Beef Steak Tartare Production Chain Open
This study evaluated the diffusion of Listeria monocytogenes (LM) in a beef steak tartare production chain, aiming to (1) evaluate Listeria spp. diffusion in finishing farms supplying beef cattle, (2) evaluate LM prevalence in carcasses, a…
View article: Ciprofloxacin resistance in <i>Klebsiella pneumoniae</i>: phenotype prediction from genotype and global distribution of resistance determinants
Ciprofloxacin resistance in <i>Klebsiella pneumoniae</i>: phenotype prediction from genotype and global distribution of resistance determinants Open
BACKGROUND Ciprofloxacin resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae is common or emerging in many geographies, and knowledge of local resistance rates is important for empirical therapy. Whilst there are known K. pneumoniae ciprofloxacin resistance d…
View article: Genomic epidemiology of a Bacillus cereus bacteraemia outbreak linked to contaminated hospital laundry
Genomic epidemiology of a Bacillus cereus bacteraemia outbreak linked to contaminated hospital laundry Open
This study investigated an increase in Bacillus cereus bacteraemia cases amongst hospitalized patients in Italy during the summer of 2023. To precisely characterize the outbreak, we performed extensive genomic investigation, including both…
View article: Pseudomonas aeruginosa investigation in water samples of Campania region, Southern Italy
Pseudomonas aeruginosa investigation in water samples of Campania region, Southern Italy Open
This study revealed P. aeruginosa presence in hospital and non-hospital settings, highlighting the importance of conducting environmental monitoring, especially in locations hosting vulnerable people. Routinely performing this monitoring i…
View article: GWAS Study Applied to Phenotypically Slow Growth Strains of Listeria monocytogenes Workflow and Outcome
GWAS Study Applied to Phenotypically Slow Growth Strains of Listeria monocytogenes Workflow and Outcome Open
Listeria monocytogenes (Lm) is a serious public health foodborne pathogen cause of listeriosis, usually in elderly, pregnant and immunocompromised people, linked to consumption of contaminated food, especially ready-to-eat (RTE) products. …
View article: Comparative proteomics of Listeria monocytogenes strains of food and clinical origin reveals strain-specific adaptation mechanisms
Comparative proteomics of Listeria monocytogenes strains of food and clinical origin reveals strain-specific adaptation mechanisms Open
Listeria monocytogenes is a foodborne pathogen capable of surviving in diverse environments, including food-processing settings and the human host. This study compared the proteomic profiles of two Listeria monocytogenes strains grown at 3…
View article: Erratum for Ivanova et al., “Large-scale phenotypic and genomic analysis of <i>Listeria monocytogenes</i> reveals diversity in the sensitivity to quaternary ammonium compounds but not to peracetic acid”
Erratum for Ivanova et al., “Large-scale phenotypic and genomic analysis of <i>Listeria monocytogenes</i> reveals diversity in the sensitivity to quaternary ammonium compounds but not to peracetic acid” Open
View article: Molecular Characterization and Antimicrobial Resistance Evaluation of Listeria monocytogenes Strains from Food and Human Samples
Molecular Characterization and Antimicrobial Resistance Evaluation of Listeria monocytogenes Strains from Food and Human Samples Open
Listeria monocytogenes is an important foodborne pathogen, markedly persistent even in harsh environments and responsible for high hospitalization and mortality rates. The aim of the present study was to detect the strains circulating in S…
View article: Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Investigation in Water Samples of Campania Region, Southern Italy
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Investigation in Water Samples of Campania Region, Southern Italy Open
View article: Latest Developments of Research on the Viable Non-Culturable State of <em>L</em>. <em>monocytogenes </em>and Implications for Food Safety
Latest Developments of Research on the Viable Non-Culturable State of <em>L</em>. <em>monocytogenes </em>and Implications for Food Safety Open
This descriptive review summarizes the most recent findings on the induction and distribution of viable non-culturable (VBNC) Listeria monocytogenes in food production conditions and food. The aim was to obtain information on the factors t…
View article: In vitro characterization and genome sequencing of two novel lytic phages against Salmonella Infantis isolated from poultry feces
In vitro characterization and genome sequencing of two novel lytic phages against Salmonella Infantis isolated from poultry feces Open
Introduction Salmonella spp. is the second most common bacteria associated with foodborne gastrointestinal outbreaks in humans, with the highest contamination levels in meat, especially poultry. Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar …
View article: Applying advanced predictive microbiology techniques to static and dynamic growth studies of Listeria monocytogenes
Applying advanced predictive microbiology techniques to static and dynamic growth studies of Listeria monocytogenes Open
This project, titled ‘Listeria Control,’ aimed to advance expertise across Europe in applying predictive microbiology to shelf‐life studies of Listeria monocytogenes in ready‐to‐eat (RTE) products. By increasing the capacity of the two par…
View article: Whole Blood Transcriptome Analysis in Dairy Ewes Fed a Dietary Grape Pomace Supplementation
Whole Blood Transcriptome Analysis in Dairy Ewes Fed a Dietary Grape Pomace Supplementation Open
The present study aims to evaluate the effect of a dietary supplementation with 10% grape pomace (GP) on the whole blood transcriptome of lactating ewes. By applying a log2FC higher than 0.5 or lower than −0.5 and a false discovery rate (F…
View article: Adaptive strategies of Listeria monocytogenes: An in-depth analysis of the virulent strain involved in an outbreak in Italy through quantitative proteomics
Adaptive strategies of Listeria monocytogenes: An in-depth analysis of the virulent strain involved in an outbreak in Italy through quantitative proteomics Open
Despite the general classification of L. monocytogenes strains as equally virulent by global safety authorities, molecular epidemiology reveals diverse subtypes in food, processing environments, and clinical cases. This study focuses on a …
View article: First report of a blaNDM-producing extensively drug resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST437 in Italy
First report of a blaNDM-producing extensively drug resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST437 in Italy Open
Carbapenemase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae strains (CP-Kps) have recently been observed to spread rapidly worldwide. New Delhi metallo-β-lactamase (NDM) producing clones of Klebsiella pneumoniae (K. pneumoniae) cause a significant healt…
View article: Treated wastewater: A hotspot for multidrug- and colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae
Treated wastewater: A hotspot for multidrug- and colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Open
Wastewater treatment plants are hotspots for the release of antimicrobial resistant pathogenic bacteria into aquatic ecosystems, significantly contributing to the cycle of antimicrobial resistance. Special attention should be paid to antim…
View article: Genomic Characterization of Listeria monocytogenes and Other Listeria Species Isolated from Sea Turtles
Genomic Characterization of Listeria monocytogenes and Other Listeria Species Isolated from Sea Turtles Open
Listeria monocytogenes is a ubiquitous pathogen found both in the environment and food. It can cause listeriosis in a wide range of animals as well as in humans. Investigations on presence, spread and virulence are still limited to terrest…
View article: Diversity, functional classification and genotyping of SHV β-lactamases in<i>Klebsiella pneumoniae</i>
Diversity, functional classification and genotyping of SHV β-lactamases in<i>Klebsiella pneumoniae</i> Open
Interpreting phenotypes of bla SHV alleles in Klebsiella pneumoniae genomes is complex. While all strains are expected to carry a chromosomal copy conferring resistance to ampicillin, they may also carry mutations in chromosomal bla SHV al…
View article: Thymbra capitata L. hydrolate as a washing solution for controlling Listeria monocytogenes and spoilage microorganisms on rocket salad
Thymbra capitata L. hydrolate as a washing solution for controlling Listeria monocytogenes and spoilage microorganisms on rocket salad Open
Ready-to-eat (RTE) vegetables, including fresh-cut ones, are exposed to the risk of the foodborne pathogen Listeria monocytogenes. Nowadays, fresh-cut products are widely consumed because of their convenience. Nevertheless, effective washi…
View article: Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat (RTE) delicatessen foods: Prevalence, genomic characterization of isolates and growth potential
Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat (RTE) delicatessen foods: Prevalence, genomic characterization of isolates and growth potential Open
View article: Application of novel predictive microbiology techniques to shelf‐life studies on Listeria monocytogenes in ready‐to‐eat foods (ListeriaPredict)
Application of novel predictive microbiology techniques to shelf‐life studies on Listeria monocytogenes in ready‐to‐eat foods (ListeriaPredict) Open
This report summarises the outcomes from the EFSA funded ListeriaPredict Partnering Project based on the consortium's proposal of “Application of novel predictive microbiology techniques to shelf‐life studies on Listeria monocytogenes in r…
View article: A Survey to Assess Food Safety Knowledge and Habits Among High School Students, Their Parents and Teachers in Pescara and Chieti Provinces, Abruzzo Region (Italy)
A Survey to Assess Food Safety Knowledge and Habits Among High School Students, Their Parents and Teachers in Pescara and Chieti Provinces, Abruzzo Region (Italy) Open
Food safety is a topic of increasing relevance in the European Union (EU). Ensuring safe food from farm to fork is one of the main objectives of EU policies. In our study, we conducted an online survey to assess the food safety knowledge a…
View article: A comprehensive investigation of protein expression profiles in L. monocytogenes exposed to thermal abuse, mild acid, and salt stress conditions
A comprehensive investigation of protein expression profiles in L. monocytogenes exposed to thermal abuse, mild acid, and salt stress conditions Open
Preventing L. monocytogenes infection is crucial for food safety, considering its widespread presence in the environment and its association with contaminated RTE foods. The pathogen's ability to persist under adverse conditions, for examp…
View article: Large-scale phenotypic and genomic characterization of<i>Listeria monocytogenes</i>susceptibility to quaternary ammonium compounds
Large-scale phenotypic and genomic characterization of<i>Listeria monocytogenes</i>susceptibility to quaternary ammonium compounds Open
Listeria monocytogenes is a significant concern for the food industry due to its ability to persist in the food processing environment. Decreased susceptibility to disinfectants is one of the factors that contribute to the persistence of L…
View article: Listeria monocytogenes in ready to eat meat products from Zambia: phenotypical and genomic characterization of isolates
Listeria monocytogenes in ready to eat meat products from Zambia: phenotypical and genomic characterization of isolates Open
The contamination of ready to eat foods (RTE) products due to Listeria monocytogenes could compromise the products safety becoming a great risk for the consumers. The high presence of L. monocytogenes in RTE products has been described wor…
View article: Multi-approach methods to predict cryptic carbapenem resistance mechanisms in Klebsiella pneumoniae detected in Central Italy
Multi-approach methods to predict cryptic carbapenem resistance mechanisms in Klebsiella pneumoniae detected in Central Italy Open
The rapid emergence of carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ( Kp ) strains in diverse environmental niches, even outside of the clinical setting, poses a challenge for the detection and the real-time monitoring of novel antimicrobial…
View article: Genomic and Antimicrobial Surveillance of Campylobacter Population in Italian Poultry
Genomic and Antimicrobial Surveillance of Campylobacter Population in Italian Poultry Open
Campylobacter is one of the most common foodborne diseases worldwide with increasing rates of antibiotic resistance. Most cases of campylobacteriosis can be traced back to the consumption of poultry meat. Despite many efforts to reduce con…
View article: Listeria monocytogenes Strains Persisting in a Meat Processing Plant in Central Italy: Use of Whole Genome Sequencing and In Vitro Adhesion and Invasion Assays to Decipher Their Virulence Potential
Listeria monocytogenes Strains Persisting in a Meat Processing Plant in Central Italy: Use of Whole Genome Sequencing and In Vitro Adhesion and Invasion Assays to Decipher Their Virulence Potential Open
In this study, we used both a WGS and an in vitro approach to study the virulence potential of nine Listeria monocytogenes (Lm) strains belonging to genetic clusters persisting in a meat processing plant in Central Italy. The studied clust…
View article: The Slaughterhouse as Hotspot of CC1 and CC6 Listeria monocytogenes Strains with Hypervirulent Profiles in an Integrated Poultry Chain of Italy
The Slaughterhouse as Hotspot of CC1 and CC6 Listeria monocytogenes Strains with Hypervirulent Profiles in an Integrated Poultry Chain of Italy Open
In Europe, very few studies are available regarding the diversity of Listeria monocytogenes (L. monocytogenes) clonal complexes (CCs) and sequence types (ST) in poultry and on the related typing of isolates using whole genome sequencing (W…
View article: Stress Adaptation Responses of a Listeria monocytogenes 1/2a Strain via Proteome Profiling
Stress Adaptation Responses of a Listeria monocytogenes 1/2a Strain via Proteome Profiling Open
Listeria monocytogenes is a foodborne pathogen that is ubiquitous and largely distributed in food manufacturing environments. It is responsible for listeriosis, a disease that can lead to significant morbidity and fatality in immunocomprom…