Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) are a diverse group of microorganisms that play a central role in the fermentation of foods, contributing not only to preservation and safety but also to enhanced ...

Complicated, hard-to-heal wounds are a growing medical problem and there are currently only two drugs approved with proven efficacy. In a new study on humans, researchers at Uppsala University show ...

Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) have long been celebrated for their roles in food fermentation, yet their capacity to synthesise specialised antimicrobial peptides—known as bacteriocins—has captured ...

Nottingham Trent University provides funding as a member of The Conversation UK. Fermentation, one of the oldest food production and preservation techniques, has seen a huge revival in recent years.

Using ribosome engineering (RE), researchers from Shinshu University introduced mutations affecting the protein synthesis ...

A new study maps how specific lactic acid bacteria can enhance both the flavor and nutritional quality of plant-based dairy alternatives. The findings may have wide-reaching perspectives for the ...

The human love affair with whipped cream dates back to at least the 16th century, and it's a staple of all our favorite holiday desserts. Is that slice of Thanksgiving pumpkin pie truly the same ...

The future of eating sustainably is turning out to be quite luxurious as researchers from the University of Copenhagen (Denmark) have used lactic acid bacteria strains to make a sustainable heavy ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. For over a century, simple lactic acid bacteria has been one of ...

William Truswell, MD, FACS, operates his own cosmetic and reconstructive facial surgery practice. Dr. Truswell was the first in his area in Western Massachusetts to have an accredited private office ...