How Bacterial Biofilms are Impacting the Surfaces We Encounter Everyday
Recently, researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have discovered that bacterial biofilms can actually affect the surface of materials. A biofilm is a group of bacteria that stick together and form a thin layer on a surface. This layer of bacteria can cause corrosion, wear, and other damage to the material. The researchers discovered that this process is accelerated when the biofilm layer is exposed to chemicals, temperature, or other environmental conditions. This research has important implications for materials used in medical and industrial applications, where bacterial biofilms can cause serious damage.
source: Phys.org