Hatice Öztürkel-Kabakaş

Genome-wide screening of the Keio collection identifies genetic determinants of Escherichia coli sensitivity and tolerance to benzoic acid

Findings show that the E. coli response to BA is shaped by interconnected processes involving membrane integrity, transport systems, energy metabolism, and regulatory adaptation, which may support future strategies aimed at improving preservative efficacy and microbial control in food systems.