Current Issue
Editor-in-Chief
PROF. PAOLO FANTOZZI
University of Perugia, Italy
About the Journal
The Italian Journal of Food Science is an international journal publishing original, basic, and applied papers, reviews, short communications, surveys, and opinions on food science and technology.
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Current Issue
Vol. 38 No. 2 (2026): ITALIAN JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE
Published: 2026-04-01
Review
A comprehensive review on microwave applications in fish processing and quality enhancement
Abstract 612 | PDF Downloads 274 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 69Page 94–114
Artificial intelligence (AI) in food safety and quality: New approach, advantages, and disadvantages
Abstract 959 | PDF Downloads 379 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 275Page 148–158
Paper
Improved detection of beer-spoilage bacteria: validation of the NBB-C®-enrichment method
Abstract 459 | PDF Downloads 241 XML Downloads 56 HTML Downloads 0Page 136–147
The effects of different vegetable oils and gelation techniques (hot vs. cold) on pea protein emulsion gel properties as fat replacers
Abstract 379 | PDF Downloads 207 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 95Page 163-177
Rheological, physical, and sensory evaluation of finger millet-based instant idli premixes: Optimizing rice substitution for enhanced nutrition and consumer acceptability
Abstract 384 | PDF Downloads 198 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 39Page 180–193
Original Article
Infrared drying of coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) fruit: Evaluating the effects of process conditions and process optimization
Abstract 521 | PDF Downloads 281 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 62Page 1-21
Metabolomics-guided exploration of Pinus wallichiana A.B. Jacks. cones for antidiabetic compounds: Integrating in vitro, in silico, in vivo, and histopathological approaches
Abstract 404 | PDF Downloads 236 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 48Page 22–40
Evaluation of starter cultures for biogenic amine formation and microbial quality in reduced-salt fermented rainbow trout sausages
Abstract 453 | PDF Downloads 217 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 47Page 41–55
Comparative evaluation of high-pressure processing and enzyme maceration as innovative nonthermal pre-treatments in jaboticaba juice production
Abstract 504 | PDF Downloads 264 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 34Page 56–70
Study on the structural characteristics, in vitro hypoglycemic activity, and regulatory mechanisms of Alpinia oxyphylla polysaccharide in modulating human gut microbiota
Abstract 396 | PDF Downloads 185 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 74Page 71–93
Environmental effects on nutrient composition of Turkish Salmon (Oncorhynchus mykiss): a comparison between marine and reservoir systems
Abstract 2455 | PDF Downloads 125 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 59Page 200–213
Biogenic amine–producing Enterococcus spp. from anchovy (Engraulis encrasicolus): Isolation and molecular insights
Abstract 282 | PDF Downloads 138 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 19Page 214–228
Integrated taxonomic characterization, postharvest quality evolution, and sustainable conservation of truffle species from Calabria (Southern Italy)
Abstract 258 | PDF Downloads 158 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 34Page 229–256
Active biodegradable jellyfish gelatine–chitosan film for preserving sierra fish (Scomberomorus sierra)mince at different storage temperatures
Abstract 115 | PDF Downloads 61 XML Downloads 15 HTML Downloads 0Page 257–272
Exploring microstructural integrity and functional attributes of cookies enriched with a compositeblend of water chestnut and barley flour
Abstract 148 | PDF Downloads 71 XML Downloads 14 HTML Downloads 0Page 273–288
Evaluation of food safety knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of street foods: Evidence from a cross-sectional study
Abstract 177 | PDF Downloads 50 XML Downloads 13 HTML Downloads 0Page 289–303
Effects of rice-to-water ratio and cooking method on the starch digestibility and estimated glycemic index of low-amylose brown rice
Abstract 108 | PDF Downloads 48 XML Downloads 28 HTML Downloads 0Page 304–320
Impact of probiotics and β-glucan on the detoxification and gastrointestinal bioaccessibility ofaflatoxin B1 in a cereal-based fermented beverage (boza)
Abstract 95 | PDF Downloads 52 XML Downloads 13 HTML Downloads 0Page 321–332
Research
New promising strawberry cultivars with improved sugar and organic acid profiles and favorable sensory properties
Abstract 347 | PDF Downloads 233 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 70Page 120–135
Corrigendum
Corrigendum to: Enhancing the physicochemical properties and oxidative stability of wheat germoil by blending with local and imported buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) butter fats. Italian Journal of Food Science, 2025;Vol. 37(2). https://doi.org/10.15586/ijfs.v37i2.2972
Abstract 339 | PDF Downloads 164 XML Downloads 31 HTML Downloads 0Page 114-115
Corrigendum to: Role of bacterial exopolysaccharides in edible films for food safety and sustainability. Current trends and future perspectives. Italian Journal of Food Science, 2024;36(4):169–179. https://doi.org/10.15586/ijfs.v36i4.2690
Abstract 357 | PDF Downloads 140 XML Downloads 35 HTML Downloads 0Page 116-117
Corrigendum to: Nutritional assessment concerning anthropometric, demographic, and food frequency questionnaires of hemodialysis patients in Sargodha, Pakistan. Ital. J. Food Sci. 2024; 36(1): 80–91. https://doi.org/10.15586/ijfs.v36i1.2462
Abstract 238 | PDF Downloads 142 XML Downloads 29 HTML Downloads 0Page 159-160
Corrigendum to: N-Acetyl Cysteine as a promising food supplement protects for COVID-19treatment: A comprehensive meta-analysis of systemic manifestations and clinical outcomes. Ital. J. Food Sci. 2025; 37(1): 43–59. https://doi.org/10.15586/ijfs.v37i1.2787
Abstract 237 | PDF Downloads 140 XML Downloads 27 HTML Downloads 0Page 161-162
Corrigendum to: Antioxidant activities of chicory (Cichorium intybus L.) and purslane (Portulaca oleracea L.) leaves powder and their applications for preservation of cupcakes. Ital. J. Food Sci. 2025; 37(1): 345–365. https://doi.org/10.15586/ijfs.v37i1.2790
Abstract 211 | PDF Downloads 120 XML Downloads 23 HTML Downloads 0Page 178-179
Corrigendum to 2935: Protective effect of rosmarinic acid against 5-fluorouracil-induced cardiotoxicity in mice via modulation of inflammation, oxidative stress, and apoptosis and restoration of NRF2/HO-1. Ital. J. Food Sci. 2025; 37(2): 51–64. https://doi.org/10.15586/ijfs.v37i2.2935
Abstract 219 | PDF Downloads 112 XML Downloads 36 HTML Downloads 0Page 194-195
Corrigendum to: Liquiritin ameliorates acute myocardial infarction via the COX-2/NLRP3 signaling pathway: network pharmacology and experimental validation. Ital. J. Food Sci. 2024; 36(2): 61–73. https://doi.org/10.15586/ijfs.v36i2.2523
Abstract 195 | PDF Downloads 137 XML Downloads 25 HTML Downloads 0Page 196-197
Corrigendum to: Quality of life in asthmatic patients: Pre- and post-COVID-19. Ital. J. Food Sci. 2025; 37(2): 347–360. https://doi.org/10.15586/ijfs.v37i2.2985
Abstract 196 | PDF Downloads 115 XML Downloads 26 HTML Downloads 0Page 198-199
Editorial
Letter from the Italian Journal of Food Science Editor-in-Chief
Abstract 417 | PDF Downloads 213 HTML Downloads 0 XML Downloads 55Page 118-119
Indexing: Scopus CiteScore 2024: 5.1. IJFS is abstracted/indexed in: Chemical Abstracts Service (USA); Foods Adlibra Publ. (USA); Gialine - Ensia (F); Institut Information Sci. Acad. Sciences (Russia); Institute for Scientific Information; CurrentContents®/AB&ES; SciSearch® (USA-GB); Int. Food Information Service - IFIS (D); Int. Food Information Service - IFIS (UK); UDL-Edge Citations Index (Malaysia); EBSCO Publishing; Index Copernicus Journal Master List (PL).