project

Bioprotective cultures to increase the conservation of dairy products

Nom de la fiche: Identifying bioprotective cultures that extend the shelflife of dairy products

Principal researcher: Marie Filteau, ULaval

Collaborator: Ismail Fliss, ULaval
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