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Microbial Biofilms - Current Research and Applications (Hardcover)
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Microbial Biofilms - Current Research and Applications (Hardcover)
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Biofilms are the default mode-of-life for many bacterial species.
The three-dimensional structure of the biofilm provides the
associated microbial communities with additional protection from
predation, toxic substances, and physical perturbation. The variety
of microniches provided by the biofilm also promotes a huge
diversity of microbial life and metabolic potential. These complex
and highly structured communities help to maintain the health of
soils and waters. Current applications of biofilms include the
degradation of toxic substances in soil and water, the commercial
production of chemicals, and the generation of electricity.
However, biofilm-based infections cause harm to millions of humans
annually. In addition, biofilms can affect the quality and yield of
crops and cause biofouling and microbially-induced corrosion. In
this book, leading scientists provide an up-to-date review of the
latest scientific research on these fascinating microbial
communities and predict future trends and growth areas in
biofilm-related research. The book will be essential for everyone
interested in biofilms and their applications. It is also highly
recommended for environmental microbiologists, soil scientists,
medical microbiologists, bioremediation experts, and
microbiologists working in biocorrosion, biofouling,
biodegradation, water microbiology, quorum sensing, and many other
areas.
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