Acidic microencapsulated spore suspension: Procter & GambleRecent Research Landscape
Engineering the chemical stability of microbial spores within a low-pH surfactant matrix via microencapsulation. This enables the delivery of viable biological agents in harsh liquid laundry environments.
What technical problems is Procter & Gamble addressing in Acidic microencapsulated spore suspension?
Microbial spore instability
(12)evidences
Spore-based additives in liquid detergents often suffer from unintended activation or degradation in chemically active environments. Maintaining dormancy in acidic aqueous conditions ensures long-term shelf stability and targeted release during use.
Premature spore germination instability
(7)evidences
The primary challenge is maintaining spores in a dormant yet viable state within harsh chemical environments until activation is required. Preventing premature germination or degradation ensures long-term cleaning efficacy.