Particles were small, positively charged, and soluble in water and acetic acid (AA).
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Nanoparticles (in AA) exhibited an increased stability and antimicrobial activity.
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Activity was similar for both molecular weights, with low working slightly better.
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Nanoparticles displayed an inhibitive effect against cheese-derived cultures.
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Nanoparticles were more effective at controlling Gram-negative species.