Abstract
The ability of R. pickettii to produce HSLs communication signal molecules, which have been implicated in the formation of biofilm, is a step towards understanding how this organism can form a biofilm in a sparse nutrient environment. Its wide-spread abilities to form biofilm in high-purity water, or any water system is significant, its ability to form biofilm in medical devices and its extensive metabolic capabilities make it a special case for analysis. The potential to develop antagonists to HSLs may be a potential method of controlling its biofilm formation. Knowledge of this organism is our best defense against it.
Original language | English |
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Pages | 14-19 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Volume | 22 |
No. | 1 |
Specialist publication | Ultrapure Water |
Publication status | Published - Jan 2005 |
Keywords
- Microbials
- Monitoring