E.H. Kampelmacher (chairman) The application of ionizing radiation is the most modern technique being used in the battle against bacterial decay and in the elimination of pathogenic microorganisms in food stuffs. Intensive world-wide studies have shown that this technique is effective, has no detrimental effects on human health and can be applied safely. These facts have all been confirmed recently by a Committee of experts from the World Health Organization, who have been carefully evaluating data since 1960. In spite of these convincing data, most countries do not make use of the technique...