Jacinth C. Tran

Assessing the Differential Effects of Bovine Lactoferrin on the Growth of Various Bacterial Species

Jacinth C. Tran & Brian Alfaro · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2026

Background: Lactoferrin is an iron-binding glycoprotein found in secretions like milk, saliva, and tears that plays a key role in innate immunity. It inhibits bacterial growth by sequestering iron and also helps modulate immune responses, making the environment less favorable for...