You may have heard of lactic acid occurring in your body, so you may be curious to hear that it’s also found in certain foods. Lactic acid is a type of organic acid produced by bacteria when foods ...

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 ...

Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk. It's a popular ingredient in numerous skin care products nowadays. But ...

Researchers have revealed how a common bacterium, Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis), releases lactic acid to acidify its surroundings and suppress the immune-cell signal needed to start a proper ...

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 ...