Phenyllactic acid (PLA) is a naturally occurring antimicrobial compound that has attracted significant attention due to its broad spectrum activity against bacteria, fungi and biofilm formation.

Made from the bacterial fermentation of sugar, lactic acid appears as an additive in vegan foods ranging from sourdough bread to soy sauce. This bacteria gives food its signature sour taste and acts ...

Researchers have engineered yeast to efficiently convert methanol into D-lactic acid, a key compound for biodegradable plastics and pharmaceuticals. By optimizing gene and promoter combinations, they ...

In this interview, SMART researchers describe how Enterococcus faecalis releases lactic acid to suppress immune cells, ...

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