Fatty acids are ubiquitous molecules,which are typically bounded to other compounds such as glycerol,sugar or phosphate head groups to form various derivatives.They have diverse and potent biological activities,such as anti-inflammatory,anti-tumor,anti-protozoan,antiviral,antifungal and antibacterial activities.Although the antimicrobial activity of fatty acids and their derivatives has been well known for many years,the structural and functional features causing them to prevent microbial growth or survival...