A market leader in probiotic strain development, the globally-trusted ARM & HAMMER™ scientific team has identified unique probiotic strains to deliver benefits to today’s proactive consumer. Learn more below:
At the ARM & HAMMER™ ScienceHearted Center in Waukesha, WI, our team of experts in genomics, immunology, metabolomics, and microbial discovery leads the development of next-generation probiotic strains. With a proprietary library of over 100,000 prospective probiotic strains, we rigorously explore, validate, and optimize probiotics designed for real-world applications—across gut, urogenital, and nutritional health.
We don't just offer strains—we offer strategic collaboration and capabilities that allow us to:
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Our spore-forming probiotic strains—Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus velezensis—are naturally resilient, making them well-suited for a variety of product formats:
Protected by a durable spore coat, these strains are built to withstand heat, moisture, and processing stress—offering formulation flexibility and shelf stability without refrigeration.
Unlike other L. reuteri strains, 3613-1 produces ruterin and inhibits the growth of pathogens up to 90% better than competitive strains1 to provide longer lasting protection and benefits for urinary tract and vaginal health
88% of US consumers surveyed find a dietary supplement concept targeted for women’s urinary tract health to be innovative and 85% say they would purchase it!2
Improves overall digestive health, with superior healing properties to strengthen the intestinal barrier3
77% of US consumers surveyed find a nutritional bar concept containing Lp276 for digestive health to be relevant to their needs and 79% say they would purchase it!2
Biotransforms fruits and vegetables for better and easier nutrition absorption to activate the antioxidant benefits of a healthy diet3
77% of US consumers surveyed find a protein powder concept containing Bs1579 to believably deliver on the claims, while 62% say they would pay more for this product2
Helps the body process beneficial compounds found in cruciferous vegetables3
74% of US consumers surveyed find a juice concept containing Bv839 to believably deliver on the claims and 67% find the concept innovative2
Demonstrate Acid and Bile Tolerance4
Bs 747 supernatant inhibits Gram-positive and Gram-negative E. coli, C. perfringens, C. difficile, and Salmonella in assay5
Reverses TNF-α induced loss of barrier function in human intestinal epithelial Caco-2 cells6