Aggregate of microorganisms in which cells that are frequently embedded within a self-produced matrix of extracellular polymeric substances (EPSs) adhere to each other and/or to a surface. …

Feb 4, 2025 · A biofilm is a community of living microorganisms embedded in a slimy matrix that provides protection against external aggressors, like desiccation, antibiotics, or disinfectants, …

Bacterial biofilms are complex microbial communities encased in extracellular polymeric substances. Their formation is a multi-step process. Biofilms are a significant problem in …

Biofilm, aggregate of bacteria held together by a mucuslike matrix of carbohydrate that adheres to a surface. Biofilms can form on the surfaces of liquids, solids, and living tissues, such as those …

Jul 20, 2025 · A biofilm is a structured community of microorganisms that adhere to a surface and are encased in a self-produced protective matrix. These are not just random groupings of …

Biofilm aims to bring together different disciplines to significantly advance the knowledge of microbial communities, and encourages exploring the interfaces between these disciplines.

Apr 9, 2025 · Biofilms are three-dimensional (3D) aggregates of mono- or heterogeneous microorganisms embedded in a self-produced mucilaginous extracellular polymeric matrix. …

It provides a concise overview of 13 important fundamental biofilm concepts developed at the CBE. It also includes a list of Selected Publications references for further information about …

In nature, microorganisms grow mainly in biofilms, complex and dynamic ecosystems that form on a variety of environmental surfaces, from industrial conduits and water treatment pipelines to …

These accumulations of microorganisms of mono- or poly-microbial aggregates are commonly referred to as a biofilm and can consist of diverse communities of bacteria and fungi.