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The first low molecular weight antibiotic from lactic acid bacteria: Reutericyclin, a new tetramic acid
Hoeltzel, Alexandra,Gaenzle, Michael G.,Nicholson, Graeme J.,Hammes, Walter P.,Jung, Guenther
, p. 2766 - 2768 (2000)
The first chemical proof is available to show that lactic acid bacteria, generally known for their limited metabolite spectrum, are able to produce antibiotics with a broad inhibitory spectrum. The new tetramic acid, reutericyclin (1), opens a new dimension in the discussion regarding the application of lactic acid bacteria in food preservation or for positively influencing the human intestinal microflora.