Pathogenic microorganisms and their chronic pathogenicity are significant concerns in
biomedical research. Biofilm-linked persistent infections are not easy to treat due to resident …

Modern food processing environment provides an ideal condition for biofilms formation by
foodborne and spoilage microorganisms on different food contact surfaces. It is widely …

Pandemic COVID-19 warned the importance of preparing the immune system to prevent
diseases. Therefore, consuming fresh fruits and vegetables is essential for a healthy and …

Food fermentation is driven by microorganisms, which usually coexist as multispecies
biofilms. The activities and interactions of functional microorganisms and pathogenic …

The recent increase in outbreaks of pathogenic bacteria and antimicrobial resistance
represent major public health problems. Being the leading cause of death in humans, the …

Biofilms are complex communities of microorganisms that grow on surfaces and are
embedded in a matrix of extracellular polymeric substances. These are prevalent in various …

Free fatty acids (FFAs) have long been acknowledged for their antimicrobial activity. More
recently, long-chain FFAs (> 12 carbon atoms) are receiving increased attention for their …

Biofilms pose a serious public health hazard with a significant economic impact on the food
industry. The present scoping review is designed to analyse the literature published during …

Microorganisms have developed a resistance against some of the most conventional
antibiotics. These microorganisms can be self-assembled, forming a microbial biofilm. A …

Highlights•Listeria monocytogenes (Lm) is present in biofilms in food processing
environments.•Resident microbiota and environment in food industry may affect the …