Biofilm Structure and Activity.
Abstract
To develop molecular measures of the identity, activity, and spatial distribution of microbial populations mailing up natural (multispecies) biofilms. To use biofilm bioreactors to characterize the relationship between biochemical transformations and community structure, focusing on the terminal steps of anaerobic mineralization and emphasizing competitive and cooperative interactions among sulfate-reducing and methanogenic biofilm populations. These studies and the development of new techniques should contribute to a better understanding of biofilm microbial populations and associated processes and, therefore, serve to provide a rational foundation for their control and manipulation.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 30, 1994
- Accession Number
- ADA299446
Entities
People
- David A Stahl
Organizations
- Northwestern University