Biofilms are densely packed communities of microbial cells that grow on surfaces and
surround themselves with secreted polymers. Many bacterial species form biofilms, and their …

The morphology of biofilms received much attention in the last years. Several concepts to
explain the development of biofilm structures have been proposed. We believe that biofilm …

This second edition is a substantial revision of a well-regarded book in biofilm research.
Biofilms have taken on added importance in the past several years due to concerns …

Understanding the emergence of the complex organization of biofilms from the interactions
of its parts, individual cells and their environment, is the aim of the individual-based …

Upflow anaerobic sludge blanket (UASB) reactor has been employed in industrial and
municipal wastewater treatment for decades. However, the long start-up period required for …

In this paper we describe a spatially multidimensional (two-dimensional [2-D] and three-
dimensional [3-D]) particle-based approach for modeling the dynamics of multispecies …

A new mathematical model for the development of spatially heterogeneous biofilm structures
is presented. Unlike previous hybrid discrete/continuum models it is a continuum model …

Four hypothetical mechanisms for protection of biofilms against antimicrobials were
incorporated into a three-dimensional model of biofilm growth and development. The model …

The scientific community has recognized that almost 99% of the microbial life on earth is
represented by biofilms. Considering the impacts of their sessile lifestyle on both natural and …

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