Bisin
Bisin is a naturally occurring lantibiotic (an antibacterial peptide) discovered by University of Minnesota microbiologist Dan O'Sullivan.[1][2] Unlike earlier lantibiotics discovered, such as nisin, bisin also kills Gram-negative bacteria, including E. coli, Salmonella and Listeria.
The food-preservative properties of bisin could lead to food products that resist spoilage for years.[3]
See also[]
- Nisin - a related food preservative currently in use
References[]
External links[]
- Bactericidal Lanbiotic Inhibits Gram-negative Bacteria. Office for Technology Commercialization, University of Minnesota. June 25, 2010.
Categories:
- Lantibiotics
- Food preservation
- Peptides
- Bacteriocins