Stable water-in-oil antimicrobial concentrate

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Antimicrobial concentrate to mix-in with carrier oil for cleaning low-moisture food processing environment

APPLICATIONSTECHNOLOGY DESCRIPTION

This invention provides a novel and straightforward antimicrobial concentrate that takes advantage of the highly effective antimicrobial property of the acidified water-in-oil emulsions. This concentrate can be easily introduced to the processing equipment during oil cleaning procedures.

ABOUT THE INVENTOR

• •  Prof. Lynne McLandsborough is the Interim Associate Vice Chancellor for Research and Engagement and Interim Director of the Center for Agriculture, Food and the Envinroment (CAFÉ). Her research interest includes the genetics of Listera sp.biofilm growth, the biological, physical, and chemical aspects of bacterial adhesion, transfer and removal, as well as the antimicrobial delivery systems for cleaning and sanitation. She is also the Director o UMass Food Science Industrial Strategic Alliance and Co-Chair of the UMass Food Science Industrial Advisory Board.

AVAILABILITY:

Available for Licensing and/or Sponsored Research

DOCKET:

UMA 23-046

PATENT STATUS:

Patent Pending

NON-CONFIDENTIAL INVENTION DISCLOSURE

LEAD INVENTOR:

Lynne McLandsborough

CONTACT:

 This invention provides a novel and straightforward antimicrobial concentrate that takes advantage of the highly effective antimicrobial property of the acidified water-in-oil emulsions. This concentrate can be easily introduced to the processing equipment during oil cleaning procedures.