Special Issue "The Metabolism of Lactobacilli: Molecular Mechanisms and Applications"

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to announce a Special Issue of Microorganisms on "The Metabolism of Lactobacilli: Molecular Mechanisms and Applications." This Special Issue will cover a range of topics related to the metabolism of lactobacilli, including the molecular mechanisms underlying their metabolic pathways, the impact of environmental factors on their metabolism, and the potential applications of lactobacilli in various fields.

This Special Issue will provide a comprehensive overview of the latest research on the metabolism of lactic acid bacteria, highlighting recent advances in our understanding of their molecular mechanisms and exploring the different applications. Submissions may cover a wide range of areas including (but not limited to) the metabolism of lactic acid bacteria in food and beverage production, the use of lactic acid bacteria in probiotic and gut health, lactic acid bacteria in livestock compost, and the potential of lactic acid bacteria to produce bioactive compounds with therapeutic effects.

All submissions will be subject to a rigorous peer-review process. We hope this Special Issue will advance our knowledge of lactobacilli and their metabolic pathways and inspire new research directions and applications for these valuable microorganisms.

Dr. Junko Nishimura
Dr. Kenji Fukuda
Dr. Yasushi Kawai
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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• lactobacilli
• metabolites
• postbiotics