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Natural Plant-Based Hand Sanitizer
This invention is a combination of plant-derived extracts formulated to mitigate bacterial and viral pathogens. This combination can be used as a natural hand sanitizer.
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Microorganisms like bacteria and viruses are found on every surfaces. Hand sanitizer is a quick and convenient way to kill the bacteria and viruses encountered in day-to-day...
Published: 4/3/2023
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Updated: 9/2/2020
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Inventor(s): Sadhana Ravishankar, Bibiana Law
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Agriculture & Horticulture, Technology Classifications > Healthcare Portfolios > Infectious Diseases
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Acute Hepatopancreatic Necrosis Disease (AHPND) Control Using Plant-Derived Natural Extracts, and Thereof
This technology is an antimicrobial phytogenic supplement to therapeutically treat Acute Hepatopancreatic Necrosis Disease (AHPND) in shrimp. AHPND is caused by a Vibiro parahaemolyticus producing toxin and is a threat to sustainable shrimp farming globally. Plant-derived extract NE05 is effective at controlling AHPND and potentially other bacterial...
Published: 4/3/2023
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Updated: 3/9/2020
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Inventor(s): Arun Dhar, Sukanniya Kaneshamoorthy, Nam Hung Mai, Sadhana Ravishankar
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Agriculture & Horticulture > Aquaculture
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Natural Antimicrobial Plant Wash Formulation
This invention is an antimicrobial wash for use in post-harvest treatment of produce. The antimicrobial plant wash is a blend of essential oils and plant extracts that are Generally Recognized As Safe ingredients (GRAS).
Background:
Post-harvest treatment is currently conducted with chemical sanitizers to control microbial contamination on organic...
Published: 4/3/2023
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Updated: 8/13/2015
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Inventor(s): Sadhana Ravishankar, Libin Zhu, Govindaraj Dev Kumar
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Agriculture & Horticulture, Technology Classifications > Agriculture & Horticulture > Food Science & Nutrition
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Electrostatic Application of Antimicrobials
These liquid and powder sprays use antimicrobials extracted from plants and other natural sources to inhibit the growth of foodborne pathogens in meat products. This natural method is both effective and efficient while addressing the current issues associated with chemical-based food sanitizers including consumer health and cost.
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The...
Published: 4/3/2023
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Updated: 8/13/2015
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Inventor(s): Sadhana Ravishankar, Libin Zhu, Bibiana Law
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Agriculture & Horticulture, Technology Classifications > Life Sciences, Technology Classifications > Agriculture & Horticulture > Food Science & Nutrition
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Re-Usability of Plant Antimicrobial Washes Against Salmonella Newport on Organic Romaine Lettuce and Baby Spinach
This technology demonstrates the ability of edible washes to inactivate S. Newport on organic leafy greens, specifically showing that the effectiveness of these compounds is not diminished after multiple washings. Since the active molecules are volatile, the advantage of using edible washes in salad bags is that the films can release vapors constantly...
Published: 4/3/2023
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Updated: 5/7/2015
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Inventor(s): Sadhana Ravishankar, Libin Zhu
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Agriculture & Horticulture, Technology Classifications > Agriculture & Horticulture > Food Science & Nutrition
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Plant Antimicrobial Washes for Use on Organic Leafy Greens
Faculty at the University of Arizona are developing an antimicrobial wash solution for organic leafy greens by utilizing three plant essential oil formulations. The plant oils used for this invention are food compatible, natural and considered as generally safe. This technology is highly effective against antibiotic resistant salmonella enterica on...
Published: 4/3/2023
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Updated: 10/17/2013
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Inventor(s): Sadhana Ravishankar
Keywords(s): cinnamon oil, lemongrass oil, oregano oil, organic leafy greens, Salmonella enterica
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Agriculture & Horticulture, Technology Classifications > Agriculture & Horticulture > Food Science & Nutrition
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Inactivation of Foodborne Pathogens by Hibiscus sabdariffa on Romaine Lettuce and Alfalfa Sprouts
Hibiscus sabdariffa (HS) is an edible plant with parts used in various applications, including foods. HS is also known for its antiseptic, diuretic, antioxidant and antimutagenic properties. Limited information is available on the antimicrobial properties against foodborne pathogens. UA researchers investigated the in vitro bactericidal effects of...
Published: 4/3/2023
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Updated: 6/9/2011
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Inventor(s): Sadhana Ravishankar, Divya Jaroni
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Agriculture & Horticulture, Technology Classifications > Agriculture & Horticulture > Food Science & Nutrition
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