# A comprehensive analysis of aroma quality and perception mechanism in ginger-infused stewed beef using instrumental analysis, sensory evaluation and molecular docking

*PRI Rank #9 · Topics and Trends in Most Cited Food Quality and Safety Studies Papers, Class of 2026*

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| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Rank | #9 |
| 18m citations | 35 |
| Journal | Food Chemistry |
| Year | 2024 |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.140435 |
| Corresponding authors | Honglei Tian |
| Institution | Shaanxi Normal University, China |

**Ranking page:** [Topics and Trends in Most Cited Food Quality and Safety Studies Papers, Class of 2026](https://pri.pepkio.com/top-papers/food-quality-and-safety-studies/2026)

**Paper link:** [10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.140435](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.140435)

## Topics

ginger-infused stewed beef · aroma quality · perception mechanism · instrumental analysis · Sensory evaluation · molecular docking · Volatile organic compounds · olfactory receptors · flavor perception · Volatile organic compounds · Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry · Aroma-active compounds · binding affinity · structure-activity relationship · gingerol · terpenoids · Maillard reaction products

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