Publications by authors named "Ellen Mendez"

Listeria monocytogenes strains from different lineages show different biofilm-forming abilities. In this study, two strains of L. monocytogenes were whole genome sequenced using single-molecule real-time (SMRT) technology and characterized.

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Listeria monocytogenes is one of the most concerning pathogens for the food industry due to its ability to form biofilms, particularly in difficult-to-clean sites of processing facilities. There is a current industry-wide lack of data to refer to when selecting a strategy to control L. monocytogenes biofilms in the food premises.

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