Biofilms are ubiquitous in healthcare settings. By nature, biofilms are less susceptible to
antimicrobials and are associated with healthcare-associated infections (HAI). Resistance of …

The preparation of functional long-wavelength-emitting nanomaterials and the researches
on their applications in antibacterial and antibiofilm fields have important significance. This …

Microbial biofilms that develop in pipe walls can pollute domestic water systems.
Understanding biofilm formation and its chlorine resistance in domestic pipe materials will …

The growth and attachment of highly resistant biofilms on/to polymer-based surfaces,
including reusable medical devices is a significant health concern in infection control. The …

The primary approach to managing biofouling in industrial water systems involves the large‐
scale use of biocides. It is well‐established that biofilms are 'cell factories' that release …

Biofilms may contain pathogenic and spoilage bacteria and can become a recurring
problem in the dairy sector, with a negative impact on product quality and consumer health …

Household drinking water system is potentially contaminated by microbial biofilm. Various
biofilm properties may result from the community-intrinsic properties of microorganisms. This …

Introduction Biofilm contributes significantly to bacterial persistence in endoscope channels.
Enhanced cleaning methods capable of removing biofilm from all endoscope channels are …

Methods A quasi-experimental, matched-comparison pilot study was conducted using
gastrointestinal endoscopy. IFS was applied to the endoscopes after precleaning and before …

Microbial cells and self-produced extracellular polymeric substances assembled to form
biofilms that are difficult to remove from surfaces, causing problems in various fields …