Geomicrobially induced deterioration of stone monuments and buildings contributes to a
considerable loss of world cultural heritage, especially when exposed to a changing climate …

Microbes play key geoactive roles in the biosphere, particularly in the areas of element
biotransformations and biogeochemical cycling, metal and mineral transformations …

Biofilm formation and biofilm-induced biodeterioration of surfaces have deeply affected the
life of our community. Cyclic dimeric guanosine monophosphate (c-di-GMP) is a small …

Oxalate is a key metabolite that plays a significant role in many metal and mineral
transformations mediated by fungi. Metal and mineral transformations are central to …

The alteration and weathering of stone is basically determined by natural and anthropogenic
impacts influencing various physical, chemical and biological damage factors at the object …

Nanomaterials like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are established photocatalysts that are
well-known in a variety of functions. They can be applied in paint and coating as pigment …

The study of the role that fungi have played and are playing in fundamental geological
processes can be termed 'geomycology'and this article seeks to emphasize the fundamental …

Biodeterioration of polymeric materials affect a wide range of industries. Degradability of
polymeric materials is a function of the structures of polymeric materials, the presence of …

Microbiologically induced corrosion (MIC) is a century old problem facing global concrete
sewer structures. Despite the substantial efforts that have been made, MIC of concrete …

Biodeterioration is when living organisms chemically or physically change or alter the
appearance of materials objects. Organisms can colonize and destroy valuable cultural …