CHEN Lab Research & Initiatives
Welcome to CHEN Lab! By harnessing the natural predatory abilities of bacteriophages and implementing antimicrobial materials, we aim to provide sustainable methods for controlling harmful bacterial populations in food products. Through these efforts, we strive to advance food safety science and contribute to a safer, more sustainable food system.
One of our primary approaches involves the use of bacteriophages—viruses that specifically target and kill bacteria. By harnessing the natural predatory abilities of bacteriophages, we aim to provide a sustainable and precise method to control harmful bacterial populations in food products.
Another cornerstone of our research involves the integration of omics technologies to study food safety and quality. By employing genomics, transcriptomics, and metabolomics approaches, we gain comprehensive insights into the microbial communities present in food samples and their dynamic responses to various environmental conditions.
In our endeavor to enhance the safety and quality of agri-food products, we employ innovative pre and post-harvest control methods. Through the application of coatings and small molecule treatments, we aim to mitigate microbial contamination, extend shelf life, and preserve freshness.