Potts, H.E., Diver, D.A. , Everest, P.C. and O'Connor, R.D. (2011) Plasma Decontamination of Sealed Packages. In: 30th International Conference on Phenomena in Ionized Gases (ICPIG 2011), Belfast, UK, 28 Aug - 02 Sep 2011,
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Abstract
We have developed an unusual plasma source that allows the generation of plasma exclusively within a sealed container or bag, from an entirely external electrode system. This device is unique in that it can be applied to standard sealed packaging and does not subject the package contents to any significant electric fields. This system can be used to modify the atmosphere inside the package by generating active species such as free radicals and ozone from the gas within it. This allows, for example, sterilisation or decontamination of the contents of a presealed container without the risks associated with handling ozone in open atmosphere. We present results showing the efficacy of this system in reducing the contamination of foodstuffs with pathogens such as Campylobacter and E.coli.
Item Type: | Conference Proceedings |
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Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Everest, Dr Paul and Potts, Hugh and Diver, Professor Declan |
Authors: | Potts, H.E., Diver, D.A., Everest, P.C., and O'Connor, R.D. |
College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine College of Science and Engineering > School of Physics and Astronomy |
Copyright Holders: | Copyright © 2011 The Authors |
Publisher Policy: | Reproduced with the permission of the Author |
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