Biochemistry, Genetics, and Applications of Exopolysaccharide Production in Streptococcus thermophilus: A Review

Many strains of Streptococcus thermophilus synthesize extracellular polysaccharides. These molecules may be produced as capsules that are tightly associated with the cell, or they may be liberated into the medium as a loose slime (i.e., "ropy" polysaccharide). Although the presence of exopolysacchar... View More