Biofouling is the undesired deposition and growth of microorganisms on surfaces, forming
biofilms. The definition is subjective and operational: not every biofilm causes biofouling …

Most foodborne pathogens have biofilm‐forming capacity and prefer to grow in the form of
biofilms. Presence of biofilms on food contact surfaces can lead to persistence of pathogens …

Biologists use a system of identification based on the degree of physical and physiological
similarity between organisms known as taxonomy. Early attempts at classifi cation involved …

Microorganisms can colonize and subsequently form biofilms on surfaces, which protect
them from adverse conditions and make them more resistant than their planktonic free‐living …

Antimicrobial resistance is a global concern that affects more than two million people each
year. Therefore, new approaches to kill bacteria are needed. One of the most promising …

Microbial biofouling is a very costly problem, keeping busy a billion dollar industry providing
biocides, cleaners, and antifouling materials worldwide. Basically, five general reasons can …

Plasma‐activated liquids (PALs) are emerging and promising alternatives to traditional
decontamination technologies and have evolved as a new technology for applications in …

Bacteria entrapped in biofilms are a source of recurring problems in food processing
environments. We recently developed a robust, 7-day biofilm microplate protocol for creating …

In recent years, the potential application of plasma-activated water (PAW) in the food
industry has received increasing attention as a promising alternative to traditional sanitizers …

All historical textile materials, due to their chemical composition (cellulose, protein), under
conditions of high humidity are potentially exposed to microbial degradation. Numerous …