Lactic Acid Bacteria and Probiotics Laboratory


The study of physiology, genetics and ecology of lactic acid bacteria in the gastrointestinal and food environments, with the aim of establishing and optimizing their role in human health, industrial processes and food quality.

Main specialization

Área de investigación:
Disciplina ERC:
  • LS - LIFE SCIENCES
  • LS9 Applied Life Sciences and Non-Medical Biotechnology
Industrial Leadership:
  • 4. Biotechnology
  • 4.2. Biotechnology-based industrial processes
Societal Challenges:
  • 2. Food security, sustainable agriculture, marine and maritime research and the bioeconomy.
  • 2.2. Sustainable and competitive agri-food sector for a safe and healthy diet