Biofilm-related infections have been a major clinical problem and include chronic infections,
device-related infections and malfunction of medical devices. Since biofilms are not fully …

Fermentation processes have been used for centuries for food production and preservation.
Besides the contribution of fermentation to food quality, recently, scientific interest in the …

Abstract Three-dimensional (3D) food printing technology combines 3D printing and food
manufacturing. Rapidly increasing number of publications on various aspects of 3D food …

Wound infections caused by opportunistic bacteria promote persistent infection and
represent the main cause of delayed healing. Probiotics are acknowledged for their …

Lactiplantibacillus plantarum (L. plantarum) is a well-studied and versatile species of
lactobacilli. It is found in several niches, including human mucosal surfaces, and it is largely …

The skin and its microbiota serve as physical barriers to prevent invasion of pathogens. Skin
damage can be a consequence of illness, surgery, and burns. The most effective wound …

The efficient management of skin wounds for rapid and scarless healing represents a major
clinical unmet need. Nonhealing skin wounds and undesired scar formation impair quality of …

Introduction The human microbiome is a unique repository of diverse bacteria. Over 1000
microbial species reside in the human gut, which predominantly influences the host's …

Chronic wounds are a major healthcare burden, with huge public health and economic
impact. Microbial infections are the single most important cause of chronic, non-healing …

Biofilm-growing cells show an enhanced antimicrobial tolerance with respect to the same
cells growing in a free-floating way. This is due to physical or chemical diffusion barriers and …