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View article: Dynamics of Physiological Changes of Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia coli O157:H7 on Romaine Lettuce During Pre-Processing Cold Storage, and Subsequent Effects on Virulence and Stress Tolerance
Dynamics of Physiological Changes of Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia coli O157:H7 on Romaine Lettuce During Pre-Processing Cold Storage, and Subsequent Effects on Virulence and Stress Tolerance Open
If lettuce is contaminated in the field, Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) O157:H7 can survive through the distribution chain. Prolonged cold storage during transportation may impact pathogen physiology, affecting subsequent stress surv…
View article: Research gaps and priorities for quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA)
Research gaps and priorities for quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA) Open
The coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic highlighted the need for more rapid and routine application of modeling approaches such as quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA) for protecting public health. QMRA is a transdisciplinary scienc…
View article: A decision analysis of cancer patients and the consumption of ready‐to‐eat salad
A decision analysis of cancer patients and the consumption of ready‐to‐eat salad Open
Listeria monocytogenes is a foodborne pathogen of concern for cancer patients, who face higher morbidity and mortality rates than the general population. The neutropenic diet (ND), which excludes fresh produce, is often utilized to mitigat…
View article: A meta‐analysis of factors influencing the inactivation of Shiga toxin‐producing <i>Escherichia coli</i> O157:H7 in leafy greens
A meta‐analysis of factors influencing the inactivation of Shiga toxin‐producing <i>Escherichia coli</i> O157:H7 in leafy greens Open
Recent advancements in modeling suggest that microbial inactivation in leafy greens follows a nonlinear pattern, rather than the simple first‐order kinetics. In this study, we evaluated 17 inactivation models commonly used to describe micr…
View article: A review of conditions influencing fate of Shiga toxin‐producing <i>Escherichia coli</i> O157:H7 in leafy greens
A review of conditions influencing fate of Shiga toxin‐producing <i>Escherichia coli</i> O157:H7 in leafy greens Open
The accuracy of predictive microbial models used in quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA) relies on the relevancy of conditions influencing growth or inactivation. The continued use of log‐linear models in studies remains widesprea…
View article: Development and evaluation of an intensive short course: the Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment Interdisciplinary Instructional Institute (QMRA III)
Development and evaluation of an intensive short course: the Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment Interdisciplinary Instructional Institute (QMRA III) Open
Quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA) is a growing interdisciplinary field addressing exposures to microbial pathogens and infectious disease processes. Risk science is inherently interdisciplinary, but few of the contributing disc…
View article: Research gaps and priorities for quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA)
Research gaps and priorities for quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA) Open
The coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic highlighted the need for more rapid and routine application of modeling approaches such as quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA) for protecting public health. QMRA is a transdisciplinary scienc…
View article: Health Risks to Communities and Athletes Associated with Swimming, Wading, and Sailing in Water Bodies of Brazil’s Guanabara Bay Basin
Health Risks to Communities and Athletes Associated with Swimming, Wading, and Sailing in Water Bodies of Brazil’s Guanabara Bay Basin Open
Guanabara Bay has been known to be polluted with trash and sewage from the surrounding areas, but health risks from recreational contact with water in the basin have not been well characterized. In this paper, fecal indicator bacteria (FIB…
View article: Modeling water age in a full‐scale residential plumbing system
Modeling water age in a full‐scale residential plumbing system Open
The residence time of water in residential building water systems is a critical factor regarding water quality at end use. Published literature has highlighted the importance of water age in these systems and its relationship with pathogen…
View article: Development and application of a dose–response model for <i>Elizabethkingia</i> spp
Development and application of a dose–response model for <i>Elizabethkingia</i> spp Open
Elizabethkingia spp. are common environmental pathogens responsible for infections in more vulnerable populations. Although the exposure routes of concern are not well understood, some hospital‐associated outbreaks have indicated possible …
View article: A machine learning framework for predicting downstream water end-use events with upstream sensors
A machine learning framework for predicting downstream water end-use events with upstream sensors Open
Understanding the end-use of water is essential to a plethora of critical research in premise plumbing. However, direct access to end-use data through physical sensors is prohibitively expensive for most researchers, building owners, opera…
View article: Persistence of poliovirus types 2 and 3 in waste-impacted water and sediment
Persistence of poliovirus types 2 and 3 in waste-impacted water and sediment Open
Eradication of poliovirus (PV) is a global public health priority, and as clinical cases decrease, the role of environmental surveillance becomes more important. Persistence of PV and the environmental factors that influence it (such as te…
View article: Global systemic risk and resilience for novel coronavirus in postpandemic era
Global systemic risk and resilience for novel coronavirus in postpandemic era Open
The ongoing pandemic has evolved and is posing diverse challenges for the world. Countermeasures for risks are needed to address both direct and indirect effects of disease on the healthcare system, economic and industrial sectors, governa…
View article: <i>AWWA Water Science</i> Author Spotlight
<i>AWWA Water Science</i> Author Spotlight Open
Having recently published an article in AWWA Water Science, Jade Mitchell answered questions from the publication's editor-in-chief, Kenneth L. Mercer, about the research. Knowledge Gaps and Risks Associated With Premise Plumbing Drinking …
View article: Critical Capability Needs for Reduction of Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 Indoors
Critical Capability Needs for Reduction of Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 Indoors Open
Coordination of efforts to assess the challenges and pain points felt by industries from around the globe working to reduce COVID-19 transmission in the indoor environment as well as innovative solutions applied to meet these challenges is…
View article: Problem-solving interventions and depression among adolescents and young adults: A systematic review of the effectiveness of problem-solving interventions in preventing or treating depression among 13-25 year olds
Problem-solving interventions and depression among adolescents and young adults: A systematic review of the effectiveness of problem-solving interventions in preventing or treating depression among 13-25 year olds Open
Background: Problem-solving (PS) has been identified as a common element in multiple evidence-based treatments for the prevention and treatment of depression. We undertook a systematic review of evidence for the effectiveness and implement…
View article: Global Systemic Risk and Resilience for Novel Coronavirus and COVID‐19
Global Systemic Risk and Resilience for Novel Coronavirus and COVID‐19 Open
This Special Issue is dedicated to issues and challenges related to pandemic risk and resilience, with a focus on policy and operations of global systems in the COVID‐19 pandemic. The cascading effects of emerging and reemerging infectious…
View article: Responding to Elder Abuse: Melbourne Health Integrated Model of Care
Responding to Elder Abuse: Melbourne Health Integrated Model of Care Open
The International Journal of Integrated Care (IJIC) is an online, open-access, peer-reviewed scientific journal that publishes original articles in the field of integrated care on a continuous basis.IJIC has an Impact Factor of 5.120 (2020…
View article: Quantitation of Risk Reduction of E. coli Transmission after Using Antimicrobial Hand Soap
Quantitation of Risk Reduction of E. coli Transmission after Using Antimicrobial Hand Soap Open
Handwashing with soap is an effective and economical means to reduce the likelihood of Escherichia coli infection from indirect contact with contaminated surfaces during food preparation. The purpose of this study was to conduct a quantita…
View article: An Advanced Risk Modeling Method to Estimate Legionellosis Risks Within a Diverse Population
An Advanced Risk Modeling Method to Estimate Legionellosis Risks Within a Diverse Population Open
Quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA) is a computational science leveraged to optimize infectious disease controls at both population and individual levels. Often, diverse populations will have different health risks based on a pop…
View article: Construction of A New Dose–Response Model for Staphylococcus aureus Considering Growth and Decay Kinetics on Skin
Construction of A New Dose–Response Model for Staphylococcus aureus Considering Growth and Decay Kinetics on Skin Open
In order to determine the relationship between an exposure dose of Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) on the skin and the risk of infection, an understanding of the bacterial growth and decay kinetics is very important. Models are essential…
View article: A Case Study Evaluating the Risk of Infection from Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS‐CoV) in a Hospital Setting Through Bioaerosols
A Case Study Evaluating the Risk of Infection from Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS‐CoV) in a Hospital Setting Through Bioaerosols Open
Middle Eastern respiratory syndrome, an emerging viral infection with a global case fatality rate of 35.5%, caused major outbreaks first in 2012 and 2015, though new cases are continuously reported around the world. Transmission is believe…
View article: Development of a dose–response model for Naegleria fowleri
Development of a dose–response model for Naegleria fowleri Open
This study develops novel dose–response models for Naegleria fowleri from selected peer-reviewed experiments on the virulence based on the intranasal exposure pathway. One data set measured the response of mice intranasally inoculated with…
View article: Translating research to policy at the NCSE 2017 symposium “Microbiology of the Built Environment: Implications for Health and Design”
Translating research to policy at the NCSE 2017 symposium “Microbiology of the Built Environment: Implications for Health and Design” Open
Here, we summarize a symposium entitled "Microbiology of the Built Environment: Implications for Health and Design" that was presented at the National Council for Science and the Environment (NCSE) 17th National Conference and Global Forum…