CRISPR revolution: Unleashing precision pathogen detection to safeguard public health and food safety
Issued Date
2025-08-01
Resource Type
ISSN
10462023
eISSN
10959130
Scopus ID
2-s2.0-105004282223
Journal Title
Methods
Volume
240
Start Page
180
End Page
194
Rights Holder(s)
SCOPUS
Bibliographic Citation
Methods Vol.240 (2025) , 180-194
Suggested Citation
Liberty J.T., Bromage S., Peter E., Ihedioha O.C., Alsalman F.B., Odogwu T.S. CRISPR revolution: Unleashing precision pathogen detection to safeguard public health and food safety. Methods Vol.240 (2025) , 180-194. 194. doi:10.1016/j.ymeth.2025.04.018 Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/110088
Title
CRISPR revolution: Unleashing precision pathogen detection to safeguard public health and food safety
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Abstract
Foodborne pathogens represent a significant challenge to global food safety, causing widespread illnesses and economic losses. The growing complexity of food supply chains and the emergence of antimicrobial resistance necessitate rapid, sensitive, and portable diagnostic tools. CRISPR technology has emerged as a transformative solution, offering unparalleled precision and adaptability in pathogen detection. This review explores CRISPR's role in addressing critical gaps in traditional and modern diagnostic methods, emphasizing its advantages in sensitivity, specificity, and scalability. CRISPR-based diagnostics, such as Cas12 and Cas13 systems, enable rapid detection of bacterial and viral pathogens, as well as toxins and chemical hazards, directly in food matrices. Their integration with isothermal amplification techniques and portable biosensors enhances field applicability, making them ideal for decentralized and real-time testing. Additionally, CRISPR's potential extends beyond food safety, contributing to public health efforts by monitoring antimicrobial resistance and supporting One Health frameworks. Despite these advancements, challenges remain, including issues with performance in complex food matrices, scalability, and regulatory barriers. This review highlights future directions, including AI integration for assay optimization, the development of universal CRISPR platforms, and the adoption of sustainable diagnostic solutions. By tackling these challenges, CRISPR has the potential to redefine global food safety standards and create a more resilient food system. Collaborative research and innovation will be critical to fully unlocking its transformative potential in food safety and public health.