Gamma Irradiation — Cannabis 2
Effect of Gamma Irradiation on Cannabinoid, Terpene, and Moisture Content of Cannabis Biomass
Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 28(23)
KEY PAPER: Directly examines effects of gamma irradiation on cannabinoid, terpene, and moisture content of cannabis.
Evaluating the Effects of Gamma-Irradiation for Decontamination of Medicinal Cannabis
Frontiers in pharmacology · 7:108
KEY PAPER: Reviews gamma irradiation as a cannabis decontamination strategy; evaluates efficacy and effects on product quality.
Cannabis Quality 4
The influence of drying and storage conditions on the volatilome and cannabinoid content of Cannabis sativa L. inflorescences
Analytical and bioanalytical chemistry · 416(16):3797-3809
KEY PAPER: Influence of drying and storage conditions on the volatilome and cannabinoid profile of Cannabis sativa.
Post-Harvest Operations to Generate High-Quality Medicinal Cannabis Products: A Systemic Review
Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 27(5)
KEY REVIEW: Post-harvest operations to generate high-quality medicinal cannabis products — comprehensive review.
Solid-State Microwave Drying for Medical Cannabis Inflorescences: A Rapid and Controlled Alternative to Traditional Drying
Cannabis and cannabinoid research · 9(1):397-408
Studies microwave drying for medical cannabis; cannabinoid preservation and rapid processing.
Determination of the relative percentage distribution of THCA and Δ(9)-THC in herbal cannabis seized in Austria - Impact of different storage temperatures on stability
Forensic science international · 254:167-71
Studies temperature effects on cannabis drying and cannabinoid degradation — directly relevant to thesis.
Cannabis Microbial Contamination 5
A three-years survey of microbial contaminants in industrial hemp inflorescences from two Italian cultivation sites
Journal of cannabis research · 6(1):31
KEY PAPER: 3-year survey of microbial contaminants in industrial hemp inflorescences.
Fungal and mycotoxin contaminants in cannabis and hemp flowers: implications for consumer health and directions for further research
Frontiers in microbiology · 14:1278189
KEY PAPER: Fungal and mycotoxin contaminants in cannabis and hemp flowers; implications for human health.
Safeguarding Cannabis for Medical Use: Clinical Risks, Regulatory Gaps, and the Path Toward Equitable Standards
Clinical therapeutics
Reviews clinical risks of microbial contamination in medical cannabis; regulatory gaps and treatment options.
Disseminated aspergillosis in an HIV-positive cannabis user taking steroid treatment
The Lancet. Infectious diseases · 17(8):882
Reports on Aspergillus infections in immunocompromised patients using contaminated cannabis — clinical evidence.
Inhaled medicinal cannabis and the immunocompromised patient
Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 23(3):819-22
Studies microbial contamination of cannabis in immunocompromised patients; safety implications.
Cannabis Regulatory / Canada 1
Cannabis and Endometriosis: The Roles of the Gut Microbiota and the Endocannabinoid System
Journal of clinical medicine · 12(22)
Cannabis microbial limits, regulatory framework, and gut microbiota implications — Canadian context.
Gamma Irradiation 8
Evaluation of gamma irradiation on the microbiological, phytochemicals, and aromatic profiles of sun-bleached preserved pepper (Capsicum annuum L.)
Food chemistry · 511:148833
Evaluates gamma irradiation effects on microbiological, phytochemical, and aromatic compounds in dried plant materials.
Quality attributes of gamma irradiated green and red thyme meal
International journal of radiation biology · 101(10):1076-1083
Examines quality attributes (color, antioxidants, volatile compounds) of gamma-irradiated thyme at different doses.
Impact of low-doses gamma radiation on phytochemicals and bioactive compounds in barley microgreens
International journal of radiation biology · 101(7):730-741
Investigates low-dose gamma radiation effects on phytochemicals and bioactive compounds in herbs.
[The radiation decontamination detecting in commercial spices marketed in Russia: interpreting the spectra of electron paramagnetic resonance]
Voprosy pitaniia · 94(6):58-68
Detects radiation decontamination in commercial spices marketed in Russia; validates detection methods.
Validation of γ-radiation and their effect on phenolic compounds, antioxidant activity, and microbial load of fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) seeds and cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) sticks
Food science & nutrition · 11(4):1994-2001
Validates gamma radiation treatment and examines effects on phenolic compounds and antioxidant activity in spices.
Efficacy of Gamma Irradiation in Improving the Microbial and Physical Quality Properties of Dried Chillies (Capsicum annuum L.): A Review
Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 11(1)
Comprehensive review on gamma irradiation efficacy in improving microbial and physical quality of dried chillies (Capsicum annuum L.).
Chemical investigation of gamma-irradiated saffron (Crocus sativus L.)
Journal of agricultural and food chemistry · 49(2):687-91
Studies gamma-irradiation effects on quality parameters and volatile composition of spices with storage evaluation.
Comparative effects of gamma and microwave irradiation on the quality of black pepper
Zeitschrift fur Lebensmittel-Untersuchung und -Forschung · 201(6):557-61
Early study on gamma irradiation decontamination of spice products and effects on quality during storage.
Low Energy Electron Beam (LEEB) 1
Determination of pepper microbial contamination for low energy e-beam irradiation
Food microbiology · 98:103782
KEY PAPER: Directly studies low-energy e-beam (LEEB) for microbial decontamination of pepper; compares with gamma.
Electron Beam Irradiation 3
Electron Beam Irradiation Modulates the Multiscale Structure and Physicochemical Properties of Wheat Starch in Dough Systems
Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 15(6)
Examines how electron beam irradiation modulates multiscale structure and physicochemical properties of food materials.
Evaluating the Effects of Electron Beam Irradiation on Coffee Beans and Their Storage Quality
Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 15(5)
Comprehensive evaluation of electron beam irradiation effects on coffee beans — a directly analogous plant matrix.
Improving Hygienic Quality of Pork Cutlets Using Electron-Beam Irradiation
Food science of animal resources · 45(6):1724-1739
Demonstrates electron-beam irradiation efficacy for improving microbiological hygienic quality in food products.
Ozone Treatment 4
Evaluation of ozonated water's efficacy in sanitizing surfaces in a processed fishery products industry
Italian journal of food safety · 14(3)
Evaluates ozonated water efficacy for sanitizing food processing surfaces — fungal and bacterial reduction.
Validation of a vapor-phase advanced oxidation process for inactivating Listeria monocytogenes, its surrogate Lactobacillus fructivorans, and spoilage molds associated with green or red table grapes
Journal of food science · 85(9):2645-2655
Investigates ozone treatment for surface decontamination and mold reduction in food applications.
Comparative Study on the Efficacy of Bacteriophages, Sanitizers, and UV Light Treatments To Control Listeria monocytogenes on Sliced Mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus)
Journal of food protection · 78(6):1147-53
Studies ozone as a food decontamination technology with focus on mold and yeast inactivation kinetics.
Vapor-Phase Hydroxyl or Chlorine Radical Treatment for Inactivating Listeria monocytogenes on Mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus) without Negatively Affecting Quality or Shelf Life
Journal of food protection · 84(11):1945-1955
Examines ozone treatment for food surface decontamination; efficacy against fungi and bacteria.
Infrared / IRRF 4
Novel pulsed infrared radiation: Effect on microbial, chemical and sensory properties of saffron (Crocus sativus L.)
Journal of applied microbiology · 133(3):1757-1768
KEY PAPER: Novel pulsed infrared radiation effects on microbial, chemical, and sensory properties of herbs/spices.
Effects of processing parameters on the inactivation of Bacillus cereus spores on red pepper (Capsicum annum L.) flakes by microwave-combined cold plasma treatment
International journal of food microbiology · 263:61-66
Studies infrared radiation treatment for microbial inactivation in food products.
An improved approach to identify irradiated spices using electronic nose, FTIR, and EPR spectroscopy
Journal of food science · 79(9):C1656-64
Examines near-infrared radiation for food decontamination and quality preservation.
Effect of ultraviolet and far infrared radiation on microbial decontamination and quality of cumin seeds
Journal of food science · 76(5):M284-92
Investigates infrared heat treatment for decontamination of spices with quality evaluation.
Infrared / IRRF / Pulsed Light 1
Bactericidal mechanisms of intense pulsed light against Salmonella Enteritidis on green Sichuan pepper
Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.) · 219:117042
Investigates bactericidal mechanisms of intense pulsed light against Salmonella on food surfaces.
Thermal Pasteurization 2
Thermal inactivation kinetics of Salmonella and Enterococcus faecium NRRL B-2354 on dried basil leaves
Food microbiology · 96:103710
Thermal inactivation kinetics of Salmonella and E. faecium in spice matrices — key for temperature validation.
Comparative study of thermal and non-thermal sterilization on the physicochemical properties, microstructure, texture and flavor quality of avocado purée
Food chemistry: X · 35:103733
Comparative study of thermal vs non-thermal sterilization on physicochemical properties — directly relevant to thesis design.
UV / Cold Pasteurization 2
Ultraviolet irradiation as alternative non-thermal cold pasteurization to improve quality and microbiological parameters of mango juice during cold storage
International journal of food microbiology · 415:110632
Studies UV irradiation as alternative non-thermal cold pasteurization for food safety.
Antifungal action of the combination of ferulic acid and ultraviolet-A irradiation against Saccharomyces cerevisiae
Journal of applied microbiology · 132(4):2957-2967
Antifungal action of UV-A irradiation combined with ferulic acid — relevant to mold reduction strategies.
Decontamination Review 2
Decontamination technologies for medicinal and aromatic plants: A review
Food science & nutrition · 10(3):784-799
KEY REVIEW: Comprehensive review of decontamination technologies for medicinal and aromatic plants.
Applications, Challenges, and Future Trends in Using Light-Based Technologies for Low-Moisture Foods Decontamination-A Review
Comprehensive reviews in food science and food safety · 25(2):e70433
Reviews applications, challenges, and future trends in light-based decontamination technologies for foods.
Measurement Methods 2
3M™ Petrifilm™ Rapid Yeast and Mold Count Plate for the Enumeration of Yeasts and Molds in Dried Cannabis Flower: AOAC Official MethodSM 2014.05
Journal of AOAC International · 106(2):401-411
Validation of Petrifilm Rapid Yeast and Mold Count Plate method for cannabis enumeration.
3M™ Petrifilm Yeast and Mold Count Plate for the Enumeration of Yeasts and Molds in Dried Cannabis Flower: AOAC Official MethodSM 997.02
Journal of AOAC International · 106(2):412-419
Validation of Petrifilm Yeast and Mold Count Plate for cannabis; method comparison.
McGill Library Access 24 papers
| # | Category | Author (Year) | Title | Access |
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| 1 | Gamma Irradiation | Ouyang M et al. (2026) | Evaluation of gamma irradiation on the microbiological, phytochemicals… | Access via McGill → |
| 2 | Gamma Irradiation | Al-Bachir M (2025) | Quality attributes of gamma irradiated green and red thyme meal | Access via McGill → |
| 3 | Gamma Irradiation | Aly A et al. (2025) | Impact of low-doses gamma radiation on phytochemicals and bioactive co… | Access via McGill → |
| 4 | Gamma Irradiation | Titova DI et al. (2025) | [The radiation decontamination detecting in commercial spices marketed… | Access via McGill → |
| 5 | Gamma Irradiation | Zareena AV et al. (2001) | Chemical investigation of gamma-irradiated saffron (Crocus sativus L.) | Access via McGill → |
| 6 | Gamma Irradiation | Emam OA et al. (1995) | Comparative effects of gamma and microwave irradiation on the quality … | Access via McGill → |
| 7 | Electron Beam Irradiation | Yuan Y et al. (2026) | Electron Beam Irradiation Modulates the Multiscale Structure and Physi… | Access via McGill → |
| 8 | Low Energy Electron Beam | Gryczka U et al. (2021) | Determination of pepper microbial contamination for low energy e-beam … | Access via McGill → |
| 9 | Ozone Treatment | Hasani M et al. (2020) | Validation of a vapor-phase advanced oxidation process for inactivatin… | Access via McGill → |
| 10 | Ozone Treatment | Murray K et al. (2015) | Comparative Study on the Efficacy of Bacteriophages, Sanitizers, and U… | Access via McGill → |
| 11 | Ozone Treatment | Wang H et al. (2021) | Vapor-Phase Hydroxyl or Chlorine Radical Treatment for Inactivating Li… | Access via McGill → |
| 12 | Infrared / IRRF / Pulsed | Xia G et al. (2025) | Bactericidal mechanisms of intense pulsed light against Salmonella Ent… | Access via McGill → |
| 13 | Infrared / IRRF | Javanmard Dakheli M and Shavandi M (2022) | Novel pulsed infrared radiation: Effect on microbial, chemical and sen… | Access via McGill → |
| 14 | Infrared / IRRF | Kim JE et al. (2017) | Effects of processing parameters on the inactivation of Bacillus cereu… | Access via McGill → |
| 15 | Infrared / IRRF | Sanyal B et al. (2014) | An improved approach to identify irradiated spices using electronic no… | Access via McGill → |
| 16 | Infrared / IRRF | Erdoğdu SB and Ekiz Hİ (2011) | Effect of ultraviolet and far infrared radiation on microbial decontam… | Access via McGill → |
| 17 | Thermal Pasteurization | Verma T et al. (2021) | Thermal inactivation kinetics of Salmonella and Enterococcus faecium N… | Access via McGill → |
| 18 | Cannabis Quality | Taschwer M and Schmid MG (2015) | Determination of the relative percentage distribution of THCA and Δ(9)… | Access via McGill → |
| 19 | Cannabis Microbial Contam | Collins SP (2026) | Safeguarding Cannabis for Medical Use: Clinical Risks, Regulatory Gaps… | Access via McGill → |
| 20 | Cannabis Microbial Contam | Salam AP and Pozniak AL (2017) | Disseminated aspergillosis in an HIV-positive cannabis user taking ste… | Access via McGill → |
| 21 | Cannabis Microbial Contam | Ruchlemer R et al. (2015) | Inhaled medicinal cannabis and the immunocompromised patient | Access via McGill → |
| 22 | Decontamination Review | Bhujle RR et al. (2026) | Applications, Challenges, and Future Trends in Using Light-Based Techn… | Access via McGill → |
| 23 | UV / Cold Pasteurization | Wai HH et al. (2024) | Ultraviolet irradiation as alternative non-thermal cold pasteurization… | Access via McGill → |
| 24 | UV / Cold Pasteurization | Shirai A et al. (2022) | Antifungal action of the combination of ferulic acid and ultraviolet-A… | Access via McGill → |