Influence of Light and Water Activity on Growth and Mycotoxin Formation of Selected Isolates of <i>Aspergillus flavus</i> and <i>Aspergillus parasiticus</i>

<i>Aspergillus flavus</i> and <i>A. parasiticus</i> are the main causes of aflatoxin contamination in various foods, particularly grains, as they can thrive in environments with lower water activity and higher temperatures. The growth of <i>Aspergillus</i> and the...

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Main Authors: Eva-Maria Priesterjahn, Rolf Geisen, Markus Schmidt-Heydt
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-12-01
Series:Microorganisms
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/8/12/2000