Over 30 years, the Gram-positive bacterium Priestia megaterium (previously known as
Bacillus megaterium) was systematically developed for biotechnological applications …

Highlights•S-layer structure, engineering and technological use are briefly reviewed.•New
developments in S-layer protein structure and assembly are presented.•Computational …

Metal release from mining wastes is a major environmental problem affecting ecosystems
that requires effective, low-cost strategies for prevention and reclamation. The capacity of …

Yongchuan douchi is a traditional fermented food in China. This study investigated the
microbial community of two major types (Natural and artificial) of Yongchuan douchi, and …

In this study, the physicochemical properties and bacterial community of hongeo (fermented
skate) were investigated during fermentation at 10° C. A continuous increase in pH, contents …

Caipu is a popular pickled dry radish originated in China with promoting digestion and
anticancer effects. The older caipu is considered to possess greater edible and medicinal …

This chapter covers the fundamental aspects of bacterial S-layers: what are S-layers, what is
known about them, and what are their main features that makes them so interesting for the …

Penicillin G acylase (PGA) is a strategic enzyme in the production processes of beta-lactam
antibiotics. High demand for β-lactam semisynthetic antibiotics explain the genetic and …

At present, autotransporter protein mediated surface display has opened a new dimension
in the development of whole-cell biocatalysts. Here, we report the identification of a novel …

Las Bacterias Ácido Lácticas (BAL) son productoras de ácido láctico, reconocidas como
probióticas seguras, que administradas en cantidades adecuadas confieren un beneficio …