A microfluidic gradient mixer‐flow chamber as a new tool to study biofilm development under defined solute gradients
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DOI: 10.1002/bit.26852
Abstract: Understanding the dynamics of biofilm development in response to chemical cues and signals is required toward the development of controllable biofilm‐mediated bioprocesses. In this study, we report a new biofilm growth system that integrates a… read more here.
Keywords: defined solute; biofilm development; biofilm growth; solute gradients ... See more keywords
In situ monitoring of wastewater biofilm formation process via ultrasonic time domain reflectometry (UTDR)
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cej.2017.11.043
Abstract: Abstract Biofilm development plays an important role in facilitating wastewater treatment. The ultrasonic time domain reflectometry (UTDR) is presented for the first time as a tool to assess the initial biofilms development process on bio-carriers.… read more here.
Keywords: biofilm development; time; process; wastewater ... See more keywords
Metabolomics profiling during biofilm development of Bacillus licheniformis isolated from milk powder.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2020.108939
Abstract: Bacillus licheniformis is a major source of microbial contamination to dairy industry, and biofilm formation by this spoilage bacterium aggravates the safety issues. Especially for milk powder manufactures, the evaporation process at temperatures between 50 °C… read more here.
Keywords: biofilm development; metabolism; bacillus licheniformis; biofilm ... See more keywords
In Situ Investigation of Pseudomonas aeruginosa Biofilm Development: Interplay between Flow, Growth Medium, and Mechanical Properties of Substrate.
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DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c20693
Abstract: To better understand the impact of biomaterial mechanical properties and growth medium on bacterial adhesion and biofilm formation under flow, we investigated the biofilm formation ability of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in different media on polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)… read more here.
Keywords: growth medium; biofilm development; pseudomonas aeruginosa; biofilm ... See more keywords
Secreted nucleases reclaim extracellular DNA during biofilm development
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DOI: 10.1038/s41522-024-00575-9
Abstract: DNA is the genetic code found inside all living cells and its molecular stability can also be utilized outside the cell. While extracellular DNA (eDNA) has been identified as a structural polymer in bacterial biofilms,… read more here.
Keywords: secreted nucleases; extracellular dna; biofilm development; development ... See more keywords
The role of biofilms in persistent infections and factors involved in ica-independent biofilm development and gene regulation in Staphylococcus aureus
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DOI: 10.1080/1040841x.2017.1282941
Abstract: Abstract Staphylococcus aureus biofilms represent a unique micro-environment that directly contribute to the bacterial fitness within hospital settings. The accumulation of this structure on implanted medical devices has frequently caused the development of persistent and… read more here.
Keywords: biofilm development; staphylococcus aureus; ica independent; independent biofilm ... See more keywords
Two negative regulators of biofilm development exhibit functional divergence in conferring virulence potential to Candida albicans
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DOI: 10.1093/femsyr/foy078
Abstract: Abstract Candida albicans, a human pathogen, carries an expanded family of Zn(II)2Cys6 transcription factors. A CTG clade‐specific protein Zcf32 and its closely related protein Upc2, a well‐conserved transcription factor across the various fungal species, belong… read more here.
Keywords: transcription; biofilm development; negative regulators; virulence ... See more keywords
Legacy Effects of Plant Community Structure Are Manifested in Microbial Biofilm Development With Consequences for Ecosystem CO2 Emissions
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DOI: 10.1111/gcb.17603
Abstract: To better understand linkages between hydrology and ecosystem carbon flux in northern aquatic ecosystems, we evaluated the relationship between plant communities, biofilm development, and carbon dioxide (CO2) exchange following long‐term changes in hydrology in an… read more here.
Keywords: consequences ecosystem; plant; hydrology; plant subsidies ... See more keywords
Enhanced inhibition of Pseudomonas aeruginosa virulence factor production and biofilm development by sublethal concentrations of eugenol and phenyllactic acid
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DOI: 10.1111/lam.13803
Abstract: Biofilm development in Pseudomonas aeruginosa is regulated by its quorum sensing (QS) systems. It has three major QS systems: LasI/R, RhlI/R and PQS/MvfR. Previous studies showed that phenyllactic acid (PLA) binds to RhlR and PqsR… read more here.
Keywords: biofilm development; inhibition; production; biofilm ... See more keywords
Nitric Oxide and Iron Signaling Cues Have Opposing Effects on Biofilm Development in Pseudomonas aeruginosa
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DOI: 10.1128/aem.02175-18
Abstract: Nitric oxide (NO), which induces biofilm dispersal, is a promising strategy for biofilm control in both clinical and industrial contexts. However, competing environmental signals may reduce the efficacy of NO. The results presented here suggest… read more here.
Keywords: biofilm development; dispersal; biofilm; nitric oxide ... See more keywords
Staphylococcus aureus Fibronectin Binding Protein A Mediates Biofilm Development and Infection
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DOI: 10.1128/iai.00859-19
Abstract: Implanted medical device-associated infections pose significant health risks, as they are often the result of bacterial biofilm formation. Staphylococcus aureus is a leading cause of biofilm-associated infections which persist due to mechanisms of device surface… read more here.
Keywords: biofilm development; biofilm; staphylococcus aureus; fnbpa ... See more keywords