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However, lignin's limited solubility often requires the use of harsh or non-eco-friendly solvents, which can hinder its applications and pose environmental concerns. This work aimed to evaluate the antimicrobial capacity of two lignin samples extracted from grape stalks using different methods: alkaline extraction and deep eutectic solvents. The antimicrobial activity of lignin was evaluated in three formulations: micronized, dissolved, and nanoparticles, against\n                    <jats:italic>Escherichia coli<\/jats:italic>\n                    ,\n                    <jats:italic>Pseudomonas aeruginosa<\/jats:italic>\n                    , and\n                    <jats:italic>Staphylococcus aureus<\/jats:italic>\n                    . Results showed that dissolved lignin exhibited higher antimicrobial activity with expressive log reductions and total inhibition of bacterial growth at low concentrations (0.026-0.228 mg\/mL). Micronized lignin demonstrated antimicrobial properties against\n                    <jats:italic>S. aureus<\/jats:italic>\n                    but only at higher concentrations (10-30 mg\/mL). Lignin nanoparticles showed antimicrobial activity against\n                    <jats:italic>S. aureus<\/jats:italic>\n                    at much lower concentrations (0.250-0.468 mg\/mL) than micronized lignin assays. Flow cytometry analysis revealed that dissolved lignin caused extensive damage to the bacterial cell membrane, leading to cell death. While dissolved lignin demonstrated the highest antimicrobial activity, micronized lignin and lignin nanoparticles also showed potential for specific applications. The development of sustainable extraction methods and green solvents is crucial for the successful utilization of lignin as an antimicrobial agent. 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