Our team develops innovative, non-chemical approaches to microbial control and decontamination, with a particular focus on light-based technologies, cold plasma and plasma-activated water (PAW), antimicrobial peptides, and their integration into food safety and agricultural systems. Our research investigates the application of these technologies for the reduction and control of foodborne pathogens, with a strong focus on fresh produce, meat and other high-value food products. We combine laboratory-based studies with commercial-scale trials to evaluate microbial efficacy, product quality, shelf life, scalability and practical implementation, with the aim of developing sustainable alternatives to conventional chemical sanitisation.