Search for dissertations about: "biofilm formation"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 118 swedish dissertations containing the words biofilm formation.
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1. Biofilm formation and biofilm dispersal with Streptococcus pneumoniae
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2. Experiments on biofilm formation and growth in laminar flows
Abstract : The interaction between fluid dynamics and biofilm growth plays a key role in both medical and industrial applications. Biofilms, or bacteria that are embedded in a protective matrix of extracellular polymeric substances, settle on interfaces such as on implanted devices or ship hulls. READ MORE
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3. Battling Bacterial Biofilm - antibiotic regimens targeting Grampositive pathogens in biofilm
Abstract : AbstractBacteria in most environments encase themselves in a hydrated matrix of polysaccharide and protein, forming organized communities called biofilms. In the biofilm bacteria are protected against hostile environments. Biofilms are important clinically because of their persistence despite host defence and their recalcitrance to antimicrobials. READ MORE
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4. Prevention of Biofilm Formation on Silicone Rubber Materials for Outdoor High Voltage Insulators
Abstract : Microbial colonization on the surface of silicone rubber high voltage outdoor insulators often results in the formation of highly hydrated biofilm that influence the surface properties, such as surface hydrophobicity. The loss of hydrophobicity might lead to dry band formation, and, in the worst cases, flashover and failure of the insulator. READ MORE
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5. Adhesion-related interactions of Actinomyces and Streptococcus biofilm bacteria
Abstract : Adhesion of bacteria is a key event in biofilm formation and is mediated by bacterial adhesins recognising host or bacterial partner receptors. In oral biofilm formation, primary Actinomyces and Streptococcus colonizers adhere to salivary pellicle proteins such as proline-rich proteins (PRPs) as well as to mucosal surfaces. READ MORE