Propionibakteereja
Propionibakteereja is a genus of Gram-positive, facultative anaerobic bacteria found in various environments, including the skin of humans and animals, and in dairy products. These bacteria are characterized by their ability to produce propionic acid as a metabolic byproduct through fermentation. This unique metabolic pathway is crucial for their ecological roles and industrial applications.
In the human body, propionibacteria are part of the normal skin flora and are thought to play
Industrially, propionibacteria are vital in the production of certain cheeses, most notably Swiss-type cheeses like Emmental.
The genus Propionibacterium was reclassified, with many species now belonging to the genus Propionimicrobium. However, the