Dimitris Tsitsigiannis

Mycotoxins are toxic, secondary metabolites of low molecular weight produced by naturally occurring fungi. The determination of which of the many known mycotoxins are significant can be based on their frequency of occurrence and/or the severity of the disease they cause, especially if they are known to be carcinogenic. Among the mycotoxins fitting into this major group are aflatoxins, produced by ...

IntroductionThe Mediterranean basin is a large geographical region with a temperate climate comprising several countries that belong to the southern part of Europe and parts of Asia and Africa. It supports a diversified agricultural system comprised of a wealth of field and greenhouse crops. The Mediterranean countries are the main suppliers of many fresh products to Europe. The major products of ...