A biofilm is an interface-associated colloidal dispersion of bacterial cells and excreted
polymers in which microorganisms find protection from their environment. Successful …

Biofilms are structures comprising microorganisms associated to surfaces and enclosed by
an extracellular polymeric matrix produced by the colonizer cells. These structures protect …

Temperature variation can promote physico-chemical and microbial changes in the water
transported through distribution systems and influence the dynamics of biofilms attached to …

Community-intrinsic properties affect the composition and function of a microbial community.
Understanding the microbial community-intrinsic properties in drinking water distribution …

Biofilms are the main carrier of microbial communities throughout drinking water distribution
systems (DWDSs), and strongly affect the safety of drinking water. Understanding biofilm …

In premise plumbing, microbial water quality may deteriorate under certain conditions, such
as stagnation. Stagnation results in a loss of disinfectant residual, which may lead to the …

Fusarium oxysporum causes root browning and crown infection on marijuana (Cannabis
sativa L.) plants, resulting in stunted growth, yellowing of leaves, and plant death. Pathogen …

The presence and attachment of chlorine-resistant bacteria on the surface of water
distribution network will deteriorate water quality and threaten human health. Chlorination is …

Respiratory infections from drinking water-associated pathogens that can cause infections in
the immunocompromised (DWPIs) are increasing, yet knowledge of DWPI aerosolization …

Complete genomes of xenobiotic-degrading microorganisms provide valuable resources for
researchers to understand molecular mechanisms involved in bioremediation. Despite the …