Introductory Food Microbiology

The scope of food microbiology is vast and spreading very rapidly. The study of microorganisms which have both positive and negative effects on the quality and safety of raw and processed foods. Every year, millions of people die due to food poisoning, and in India the case is horrible. The Government is encouraging to the research and development in food microbiology. With population explosion and continuous more demand of food consumption, there is wide scope for food microbiology. It is a hot topic of study research assumes importance owing to its contribution to the pharmaceutical and medical fields.