Zdenko Mlinar

Zdenko Mlinar is the head of the Department of Sanitary Microbiology at the Public Health Institute 'Dr. Andrija Štampar' in Croatia. He is recognized for his expertise in food safety and microbiological contamination, particularly concerning cured and fermented meat products like sausages. Mlinar has highlighted the risks associated with bacterial contamination in these products, such as Listeria and Salmonella, emphasizing the importance of proper food handling and production practices. His recent insights were featured in a news article discussing the frequent withdrawal of certain sausage products from Croatian shelves due to health concerns.