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
  1. U.S. Scientists Discover Natural Agent That Kills Bacteria in Food. Aug 2011
  2. Breakthrough natural preservative kills foodborne bacteria - research. 2011
  3. Fresh food could last for years. Aug 2011
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