Most bacteria attach to biotic or abiotic surfaces and are embedded in a complex matrix
which is known as biofilm. Biofilm formation is especially worrisome in clinical settings as it …

Bacterial biofilms can cause widespread infection. In addition to causing urinary tract
infections and pulmonary infections in patients with cystic fibrosis, biofilms can help …

During the biofilm life cycle, bacteria attach to a surface and then reproduce, forming
crowded, growing communities. Many theoretical models of biofilm growth dynamics have …

Biofilm formation in long-distance water conveyance pipelines poses significant risks to
water quality, particularly under varying nutrient levels and heavy metal stress. However, the …

The dynamics and aggregation of microplastics in marine environments are investigated
through high-fidelity direct numerical simulations with Lagrangian point-particle tracking …

Water scarcity is a global concern, with irrigation of food crops contributing significantly to
freshwater depletion. Drip irrigation technology reduces water consumption but faces issues …

The development of multicellularity represents a key evolutionary transition that is crucial for
the emergence of complex life forms. Although multicellularity has traditionally been studied …

In food industries, microbial contaminations are difficult to control due to the recurrent
formation of biofilms that hinders antimicrobials penetration and efficiency. An …

Seriously damaged skin could be infected by methicillin-resistant bacteria, which delays
restoration. Propolis has bioactivity linked with its minor components, such as antimicrobials …

Biofouling is a specific lifestyle including both marine prokaryotic and eukaryotic
communities. Hydrodynamics are poorly studied parameters affecting biofouling formation …